Jessica S. | Pinnacle Treatment Services of Newport News
That day, I was shot in the chest in the city of Newport News Virginia, the same day as my only child's birthday. After I was released from the hospital, I continued to use. I was walking around the city with an open bullet wound in my body, spraying myself with lysol bleach spray to keep my wound from getting infected while I continued to use.
It was not until months later, on July 3rd, that I began to feel like death was chasing me, and if I didn't get off the street that night, I wouldn't make to see morning. So I committed a crime, and stood to wait for the police to come take me to jail.
While in jail, I asked my lawyer to get me approved for a bond to a rehab, and luckily I was granted a bed-to-bed transfer into Pinnacle Treatment Centers in Newport News, Virginia. I was so relieved to be leaving the jail, but when I got to Pinnacle, it was even better! The staff were outgoing, going above and beyond to make me comfortable.
They made sure I had clothes, as all I had were the clothes I was arrested in. They made sure I had soap, deodorant, and more.
The house was beautiful and they brought us groceries. After living on the streets for so long, I forgot what it was like to live in a house, have regular meals, clean clothes, and a bed to sleep in for that matter. Needless to say, I was thankful.
The staff at Pinnacle were great. The medical team really got me together and helped me with my mental health. I met a lady there that helped change my life and continues to still support me to this day. Her name is Paula Clark, and she began to show me that even though I thought about using, I didn't have to and I keep that in mind everyday since, and now I have attained over 16 months substance free. To her I will forever be grateful.
I left pinnacle on September 25th, 2024 and went to a step down recovery house in which I currently reside. I attend AA and NA on a daily basis. I am also in college studying to be a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor!
This is my story, and recovery is possible.
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