Stories of Hope

Click below to read our Stories of Hope

Inverclyde Recovery Walk

Recovery Walk Scotland is Scottish Recovery Consortium’s flagship event.

For over a decade, Recovery Walk Scotland has taken place every September with the aim to make recovery from substance use visible and accessible to more people, and to reduce the stigma that unfortunately still accompanies addiction.

Ashleigh's Story

Read more about Ashleigh's story with the help of Teen Challenge.

Ashleigh's life was transformed by Teen Challenge, leading to her recovery from addiction, marriage, and motherhood.

Wullie's Story

Read more about Wullie's story with the help of Teen Challenge.

The speaker's life spiraled out of control due to addiction, but with the help of Teen Challenge and faith in God, they were able to overcome their struggles and find a new purpose.

Jamie's Story

Read more about Jamie's story with the help of iFIT.

Jamie, a former substance abuser and offender, successfully rehabilitated with the help of IFiT.

Tracey's Story

Read more about Tracey's story with the help of Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs.

Tracey, initially struggling to cope with her son's alcohol use alone, has found significant support and growth through Scottish Families, participating in various programs and building connections with others.

Fiona's Story

Read more about Fiona's story with the help of Jericho Womens House.

Fiona arrived in Jericho 4 and a half years ago, her life before that was chaotic, stuck in drug addiction with no hope and no way out. Read more about Fiona's story.

Dean Ferrie - Your Voice

A former heroin addict from Greenock who was hooked on the deadly drug for more than ten years has told how he found the love of his life through rehab.

Dean Ferrie - who conquered his demons and now works as a recovery development co-ordinator - met his wife Ashleigh when she was starting out on her own journey to self redemption.

Family Member Story

Read more about this family member's story with the help of Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs.

Family Member X, struggling to cope with their father's alcohol use after a near-fatal seizure, has found significant support and growth through Scottish Families, developing coping strategies, building confidence, and accessing additional resources.

Liam's Story

Read more about Liam's story with the help of Jericho Mens House.

Liam arrived Jericho House Greenock aged 41 mentally and emotionally in tiny pieces. He had tried to get help since he was around 25 years old. Read more about his amazing journey.

Brian's Story

Read more about Brian's story with the help of the Your Voice Recovery team.

Brian, who has been struggling with drug addiction for half of his life, entered Be Strong Rehab four years ago after a period of ups and downs. He has since made significant progress and is now living a drug-free life, attending boxing classes and preparing to take on a House Parent role.