Recovery Village Colombus

I left the Recovery Village over two weeks ago and have been thinking how I can properly convey my review to encapsulate how truly wonderful RVC is… Firstly, If you are reading this and you are debating if treatment and recovery at RVC is right for you, just know walking in the doors is the absolute best first step, and the staff and clients will make sure everything else falls into place. This is the place for recovery, and this is the place for second chances. I went into my first treatment on June 6th, worried about everything, addiction ruining my life, and little support left. An hour after walking in the doors I felt seen, heard, and cared for. I only planned to stay for 6-7 days detox, and found myself staying 70 days in treatment. Every single staff in the building were beyond kind and genuine, and wanted to help and understand the clients. Some of them in recovery themselves, which makes you feel understood by people who have gone through what you have. RVC has changed my life for the better, and many many others. The combination of medical and mental health qualified staff is truly amazing and helps with any and all of your needs. Medication management is top tier, combined with high class therapy and counseling. You truly get out of treatment what you put into it, and they definitely guide you throughout the whole process. I found myself waking up each day in RVC excited to learn and make positive, sober memories. The other clients and people you meet in RVC will establish friendships that last a lifetime. Special shoutouts to Tiffany, the legend “Scooter Bill” and AJ (and many more) Special staff shoutouts to; Brittany the art therapist, Mel, Dominique, Luke, Liv, Nagee, Hislord, and a HUGE shoutout to Brian the maintenance guy (so incredibly kind, helpful and hardworking). Also a very special shout out and thanks to Jerome. I couldn’t have made it through my first 72 hours without him. As well as many many others at RVC. Also, Judy (CEO) if you are reading this, thank you for helping keep such amazing place running and in order. Your kindness and empathy go a very long way. And thanks for the volleyballs ;) The only critiques I have for RVC is to make sure that you aren’t just accepting new clients because it helps keep your census up, some people do not fit at RVC and need different, specialized treatment. As well as ensuring that clients in RVC are safe and that client capacity does not exceed what staff are reasonably able to manage. There were times I felt as if the place was “too full” and had individuals that did not belong at RVC.

Overall a very positive experience. I have stayed at the recovery village for two months. When I first got here I was unhappy and hearing 45 days felt like a lifetime. 30 seemed impossible, and now here I am at two months and 3 days. The environment is safe, people want to be here. There’s no arguing, support and a lot of help. I went through the oasis program and then did php as well. It can be scary to commit to the change but I found it worth it. If it’s trauma, addiction, whatever you struggle with they have what you need. The main complaints I have heard or had was you do have tape on your phone so FaceTime isn’t available during your stay for Saftey of other clients.. and snacks. Out of all things to consider, not a major deal. They will help you with therapy, education, and meds. I did feel finding sober living after was difficult for me and a few others. You can have care packages dropped off, family/friend visits as well as Amazon orders. Great connections you can make and I’d like to emphasize again, the people here want to get help. But overall this experience saved my life. I wouldn’t have stayed this long if it didn’t and I never expected it to. There activities like art, bon fire, trivia, yoga things to look forward to. You’re worth it, the time is worth it and I hope anyone who reads this chooses themselves. It’s okay to be selfish and again. YOU ARE WORRH IT! You got it! Thank you for all the kindness, patience, love and support I’ve been givin during my stay. Sure there’s discomfort and sacrifices, but your sobriety and mental health is far more important. We need you and you matter! Recovery village truly saved my life. Would recommend to anyone.

I am still astonished by the level of professionalism, the staff and facilities. Most rehabs are a revolving door full of people who don’t want to be there , recovery village is the opposite. The staff truly cares for the patients, the facility is clean and well maintained even the food was decent. Everyone from the techs all the way to the ceo (whom I met with briefly on my discharge date ) are top rate , friendly and actually helpful. I highly recommend this place to anyone seeking help with addiction, I honestly can’t think of a single thing that went badly…ok maybe the pillows, the pillows were kinda lame ;).

Unfortunately I've been to multiple treatment centers, but this was by far the best place I've ever been. I'm hoping that this will have been my last time in treatment, but that's because it was the most beneficial place I've ever been. I can't say enough good about RVC and their staff. Mel changed my life but all of the staff was wonderful. I hope to be able to work for a place like this someday!