'Finding Safety' - Drug Treatment and Testing Order (DTTO)

Supported by Recovery Enterprise Scotland

Our Drug Treatment and Testing Order (DTTO) colleagues referred a client fleeing domestic violence and struggling with addiction. Her mental health had deteriorated due to constant fear of her ex-partner. Isolated without Wi-Fi or a mobile phone, she couldn't access essential support services or contact her family. DTTO provided her with a Ring doorbell for security, but she couldn't connect it due to a lack of Wi-Fi.

We worked closely with DTTO to address her needs, providing a MiFi box and a mobile phone. These devices had an immediate impact. With the Ring doorbell operational, she felt secure, significantly improving her mental health. For the first time in six months, she slept soundly, free from constant anxiety. This security was crucial for her recovery.

The support reconnected her with the world. She maintained regular contact with her family, who provided vital emotional support and accessed online support meetings, which were essential for her recovery journey. These meetings offered a lifeline, giving her a sense of community and encouragement to stay on track with her treatment and recovery goals.

Our DTTO colleagues reported that she was deeply moved and emotional upon receiving the digital equipment. She expressed immense gratitude, stating that no one had ever helped her so meaningfully. This response highlighted the depth of her previous isolation and the significant impact of our support.

Since receiving the digital equipment, her progress has been notable. Attending online support meetings has provided consistent, structured assistance for her addiction, and staying in touch with her support network has helped build a robust support system essential for long-term recovery.