20/05/2026
Addiction thrives in isolation.
For Dr Paul, a retired NHS consultant and former Delamere guest, a significant sporting injury which left him unable to leave the house was the catalyst that led to a dangerous relationship with alcohol.
We recently had the pleasure of catching up with Paul, as he kindly reflected on his journey with us💛
“I used to play rugby to a fairly high standard and had just started a consultant job at the age of 34, and I sustained quite a serious neck injury.
“I was off work, my wife was at work, my friends and colleagues were all at work. I was home alone, in pain and unable to do much. The drink cupboard was there, and of all the painkillers I’d been given, the only thing that seemed to help with the discomfort and muscle spasm was the booze. I knew that drinking during the day, straight from the bottle, was not healthy.”
Thankfully, Paul discovered Delamere, and in walking the path into our clinic, he took those vital first steps on his road to recovery🌱
If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, whatever it may be, we are here to help. You are not alone💛
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