22/07/2026
My name is Rebecca, and I am a proud Dunghutti and Ngaku woman.
I grew up in Maroubra and the eastern suburbs of Sydney before returning home to Dunghutti Country, Kempsey, 16 years ago.
My journey with addiction began early. I grew up surrounded by dependence and started my own cycle at just 12 years old. For more than 20 years, I struggled on and off with addiction. My last relapse was the longest and darkest period of my life. I felt broken, defeated, and completely disconnected from myself, my family, and the world around me. My spirit had been dimmed, and I couldn't see a way forward.
When I arrived at The Glen for Women, I felt overwhelmed, vulnerable, and scared to trust. But little by little, through the compassion, kindness, and unwavering support of the women around me and the team at TGFW, I began to let my walls down. For the first time in a long time, I felt safe enough to start healing.
The program didn't just help me recover—it helped me rediscover myself. I learned that I am important, that I matter, and that I deserve care and love. The Glen for Women loved me back to life and gave me the tools to build a future I can be proud of. Today, I believe in myself and in my ability to achieve anything I set my mind to.
Today, my life has purpose. It is meaningful, positive, and full of hope. I am working towards a better future for myself and my beautiful babies. I have strong connections, a supportive network, and people who genuinely care about me. While life will always have its challenges, I now have the strength, confidence, and tools to face whatever comes my way.
