Mel Medura gets set to reduce alcohol misuse in time for the year end
This is the time of year when many people make "New Year Resolutions" to abstain from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. However, without professional help they quickly slip back into their usual pattern of misuse. Together with Sumithrayo, ‘Mel Medura’ reminds the community of its services in time for the year-end to reduce misuse of alcohol and drugs. The Mel Medura service is free and motivates users to make lifestyle changes as the road to recovery becomes more rewarding than alcohol or drug use. Daycare sessions are also arranged for family members to attend, to minimize their discomfort, assist the user through recovery and help prevent relapse.
If necessary, a letter is first issued to the government hospital requesting the caller to be admitted for detox. It is only after the sub...