Arrow Health

07/01/2026

❓💥 Mythbusting time 💥❓
"Addiction treatment is only needed when things get really bad."

This common belief keeps many people stuck far longer than they need to be. The truth is, addiction doesn't suddenly become a problem overnight. It usually builds gradually, and early support can make a huge difference.

📌 You don't need to hit "rock bottom" to ask for help
📌 You don't need to lose everything before support is justified
📌 You don't need to wait until things feel completely out of control

Reaching out earlier can prevent harm, reduce stress on families, and open the door to recovery and healthier coping before patterns become more entrenched.

Recovery isn't about how "bad" things look. It's about noticing when something isn't working and choosing to seek support to change it.

If you've been wondering whether it's "too soon" to ask for help, it isn't.
📞03 8393 0219

06/01/2026

Are you required to complete a VicRoads approved Drink Driver Behaviour Change Program as part of your relicencing process?

📅 Upcoming dates:
🕐 14th & 21st January – 1:30pm

Arrow Health delivers this program in a structured, supportive environment, facilitated by experienced clinicians in alcohol and other drug treatment.

⚠️ To secure your place, you will need to provide:
• A copy of your relicencing letter from VicRoads
• A copy of your driver’s licence

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

To enrol in the Drink Driver Behaviour Change program, you will need to provide a copy of your Relicencing letter from VicRoads, and your drivers licence.

05/01/2026

Addiction doesn't always look loud.

Sometimes it looks like quiet disappearance, believing no one is affected, while connection slowly fades.

In this honest reflection, Cath shares how emotional avoidance shaped her addiction, and how early recovery bought clarity around the impact of disconnection on family.

This episode is essential listening for anyone supporting a loved one, or trying to understand what early recovery can reveal.

🎧 Beyond the Noise – Early Recovery: The First 8 Months

31/12/2025

Every recovery is a reminder that change is possible and worth fighting for. We are so proud to witness the courage, honesty, and strength shown by the people who walk through our doors.

If you or someone you love is ready to take the next steps, support is here.
📞 03 8393 0219

29/12/2025

Are you worried about your safety, your substance use, or a loved one's wellbeing? Reaching out sooner rather than later can prevent things from getting worse.

You don't need to wait until next year. Addiction doesn't take a break, and neither do we. Arrow Health is open and our inpatient detox and withdrawal program provides a safe, medically supervised environment for those ready to take the next step.

With private rooms, 24/7 nursing care, and a calm, structured setting, you don't have to do this alone or wait for the "right time". You deserve support now.
📞 03 8393 0219

The Sam Lawrence Private Hospital is our residential + medically supervised detox & withdrawal facility in the Macedon Ranges, Victoria.

23/12/2025

This time of year can be especially hard for those living with addiction. Many wait until "after the holidays" to seek help....but the truth is, NOW is the safest, strongest moment to begin.

Our inpatient program provides a structured, supportive environement and is for individuals ready to focus on their recovery. With 24/7 clinical support, a therapeutic community, and evidence-based treatment, the next step doesn't have to wait.

Give yourself the gift of hope, and lighten the load of what you’re carrying into the new year.

If things have been feeling overwhelming, reaching out today can make a big difference.
📞 03 8393 0219

Our inpatient rehab program offers structured support in a safe and therapeutic setting, led by qualified & accredited specialists.

22/12/2025

When addiction enters a family system, everyone feels it. The stress, the sleepless nights, the fear of that late-night phone call.

At Arrow Health, we see addiction as a family illness. One person uses, and the whole family gets unwell.

The good news? Families can also become one of the most powerful forces for change. By learning new communication patterns, setting boundaries, and seeking their own support, families create the foundations for lasting recovery.

Don't wait for a crisis to start healing.
📞 03 8393 0219

Addiction is a family illness. Learn how Melbourne's Arrow Health supports families with boundaries, trauma-informed care, and free programs.

18/12/2025

🦘✨Some days, recovery feels like a hurdle.

But just like a kangaroo, you’ve got the bounce-back power to keep going

17/12/2025

Sometimes the biggest shifts happen long before anything changes on the outside. In recovery, reframing the story we tell ourselves can be the first step toward healing, and toward truly connecting with those around us.

🎙️ Reclaiming Life: A Story of Faith & Fight is out now.
https://arrowhealth.com.au/beyond-the-noise/02-reclaiming-life/

15/12/2025

This time of year can be really tough when you're trying to stay sober.
More gatherings, more pressure, more expectations, more emotions, more triggers.

Here is our guide of 7 practical tips to help you stay grounded, supported, and safe duing the silly season. It's also a reminder that you've got this, and staying sober is absolutely achievable.

And remember:
If this time of year feels overwhelming, you don't have to wait until next year. Arrow Health is here 365 days a year. Including through all the holidays.

Reach out anytime. 📞 03 9533 7888

Discover 7 practical tips to stay sober during the silly season and learn where to find support if you need it.

11/12/2025

Your past may shape you, but it doesn't define you.

Josh's journey in Episode 2 is proof that no matter how far addiction has taken someone, hope and healing are always possible.

🎧 Listen Now - Reclaiming Life: A Story of Faith & Fight
https://arrowhealth.com.au/beyond-the-noise/02-reclaiming-life/

10/12/2025

🔬New research sheds light on why alcohol relapse is so persistent

A new study from Scripps Research has uncovered a key brain region that drives alcohol addiction by linking drinking with relief from withdrawal stress and discomfort.

This research confirms something we see almost every day at Arrow Health:
👉 People often return to alcohol not to feel good, but to stop feeling terrible.
👉 Withdrawal creates powerful emotional and physical distress, and the brain learns that alcohol temporarily removes that pain
👉 This learning becomes deeply wired, making relapse more likely and more persistent.

Understanding this helps to reduce shame and stigma. Addiction isn't about weakness or bad choices, it's the brain trying to escape distress.

With the right treatment and support these brain pathways can be healed. No one has to face withdrawal, relapse, or recovery alone.

Addiction often isn’t about chasing pleasure—it’s about escaping pain. Researchers at Scripps Research have discovered that a tiny brain region called the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus (PVT) becomes hyperactive when animals learn that alcohol eases the agony of withdrawal. This circu...