BLOEMFONTEIN – A new alcohol and drug rehabilitation centre will open in Bainsvlei on 6 January.
Cherut Executive Recovery Estate offers a 36-bed centre where patients can receive treatment in a tranquil farm atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Lee-Ann Uys, one of the founding members of Cherut, says the centre offers patients a fresh start.
“Cherut means freedom in Hebrew. Freedom from addiction. We want to give everyone who comes to us this freedom to start anew,” she explains.
The farm environment gives patients peace and quiet, in which true reflection and recovery can take place.
There are open spaces with fresh air, open skies, and green fields − all of which promises to aid in the recovery process.
“Recovery happens when there is room to breathe,” says Uys.
“Here at Cherut, we believe in a holistic recovery process − it’s more than just therapy. We focus on guiding the body, soul, and mind to healing through programmes designed for each individual, with activities and opportunity for spiritual growth.”
The new rehabilitation centre boasts well-equipped rooms, a dining hall and recreational facilities.
A brand new swimming pool and conference room are also envisaged.
“The recovery process is challenging enough,” says Uys.
“We don’t believe that the healing process should feel like punishment. The estate provides an environment where every patient’s dignity is respected.”
Cherut is already registered with medical aids for the 21-day rehabilitation programme.
The long-term rehabilitation centre that was located in Shannon up until now, will be moved to Cherut in 2026.
