Our Objectives
In Aislinn we believe in the priceless potential of young people, but not only young people - we also believe in the priceless potential of their parents, of their families.
We believe in the priceless potential of you, of all humankind, including ourselves. This is the energy that fuels our work.
Our passion is to excel - to give the best possible service to young people and their families. We want to enable them to flower, to transform. In doing this we see ourselves contributing to the growth, wonder, beauty and well-being of our precious world.
- Quality drug-free treatment.
- A programme built on genuine respect and dignity in a structured, yet caring environment, fostering self-worth and supporting the emotional, mental, social, recreational and spiritual development of each individual.
- Family Awareness Programme - an alternative to the hurt, frustration and confusion experienced as a result of living with chemical dependency.
- Family Respite/Therapy Programme.
- An opportunity to build on relationships, while your daughter or son begins his/her recovery.
- Promote the value of the 12 Step Alcoholics Anonymous Total Abstinence Programme, through the use of the Minnesota Model.
Our Vision States That
- All who seek recovery will find it, and the stigma of addiction will be overcome.
- Treat the whole person, as well as the illness.
- Recognise and accept the value/worth in everybody and everything, by listening, having compassion, honesty, and empathy.
- Accept that everybody is a unique individual, with their own values, beliefs, feelings, culture and spirituality, possessing their own special gifts, talents, energy and priceless potential.
Clients in Aislinn are welcomed by a warm welcome atmosphere, good food, a safe place of caring and nurturing, quality treatment and supervision. This enables the person to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Each person is listened to and individual needs acknowledged. Teamwork is consistent in Aislinn with all individuals working together in a supportive and respectful way for a common goal. This is recognised by a happy motivated environment with a team that is valued, nurtured and respected. An environment that allows for structured social activities for all individuals.