A new addiction recovery facility is opening in Brookfield to help people struggling with substance use disorders. The WisHope treatment program will provide outpatient services for adults seeking recovery from drugs and alcohol.
"I kind of had nothing left. I was just over it and I came to WisHope," said Rory Pettine.
She was 26 years old when she got connected to WisHope, a non-profit treatment program for drugs and alcohol. She started with an inpatient treatment program and now helps to run a transitional living center.
"I was dealing with alcoholism and stimulant abuse," said Pettine.
She said it is important that people have access to treatment when they are ready. She is excited to see Brookfield will now have that option.
"That is the outpatient level of care, where Monday through Friday, they are getting treatment services at this facility," said Jessica Degner.
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Jessica Degner, clinical director at WisHope, said the treatment facility in Brookfield will be for 10 adults or fewer. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported the state ranks above the national average when it comes to people who suffer from substance use disorder.
"We are getting a lot of calls from individuals looking for treatment in the area," said Degner.
She said they see better success helping people learn to live without addiction in their community, which is why they're expanding to Brookfield.
"WisHope has kind of given me everything," said Pettine.
The Brookfield facility will be open by the end of the month.
Rebecca Klopf learned about this new WisHope facility during our Let's Talk listening event where we asked the community to share stories we should know about.
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