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Whilst it can seem overwhelming for many, detox and recovery from a dependency on sleeping pills doesn’t need to be a frightening experience. At Delamere, successful outcomes are at the heart of what we do, which is why we make sleeping pill detox not only as safe as possible but also as comfortable as possible. With the correct assistance and medical support, fear of withdrawal symptoms needn’t stand in the way.


At our private rehab clinic in Cheshire, we take a person-centred approach to sleeping pill detox, offering a far more tailored service than can be expected with major UK rehab providers. When it comes to addiction and recovery, we do not subscribe to a one-size-fits-all idea, therefore ensuring that all our guests’ needs are met for a successful recovery. To maximise safety and comfort while detoxing from sleeping pills during your sleeping pill addiction rehab programme, we have a team of 24-hour on-site nurses.
We have found this to be of great comfort to our guests and their families as they can rest easy in the knowledge that they will be provided with exemplary, round-the-clock care. Our on-site nurses also allow us the ability to react to uncomfortable symptoms day or night to keep guests as comfortable as possible.
“As soon as I came in and was greeted by the staff, I was constantly being reassured by them that I’m in the right place and was here for the right reasons.” – Jimmy, Former Delamere guest
Whilst it is possible to detox from sleeping pills at home, the dangers this can trigger cannot be understated. In cases of addiction and dependence, going ‘cold turkey’ or withdrawing without medical support can have the most severe medical consequences if the body is unable to cope without the substance. Additionally, many people who attempt a home detox from sleeping pills often find their
cravings so severe that they relapse and turn back to sleeping pill abuse. For the success and safety of our guests, we provide medically assisted detoxes, whereby the dependent sleeping pills are substituted with approved medications to ease the detoxification process. During this time guests are monitored by our 24-hour on-site nursing team for their safety and comfort.
“Delamere has ripped up the rehab rule book. We’re proud to have helped over 1,000 guests since we opened and we’re proving that anyone can recover with the right help.”

The initial phase of our sleeping pill detox programme ‘Stop’ starts with some light therapeutic work while you undergo detox which helps you settle in and connect. This introductory work is carried out in interactive groups during which we get to know you and what’s brought you into treatment.
What you can expect from our ‘Stop’ programme is:
‘Stop’ lays the foundations for the following stages of our rehab programme. Once you have completed your detox, staying stopped and future-proofing your abstinence is the next step. Everything we offer at Delamere aims at effective and lasting outcomes in addiction treatment:
If you are looking to help a family member, work colleague, or loved one, admit themselves to an addiction rehabilitation centre, we’re here to help. It may be that the person in question is in denial about the extent of their problem, possibly even refusing to acknowledge that there’s a problem – and resisting professional help. At Delamere, we provide family support services and help your loved one confront addiction and denial.
Should it be necessary, we also offer intervention services whereby we take the time to understand what is happening and help prepare and rehearse a formal intervention that will culminate in your loved one entering treatment with us. If you are considering organising an intervention for your loved one, friend, or colleague, contact Delamere today.
As with any prescription drug detox, there are numerous side effects, both physical and psychological. These can include:
At Delamere, we support our guests through a medically assisted sleeping pill detox to eliminate as many symptoms as possible.
A sleeping pill detox will differ from individual to individual. Typically, withdrawal symptoms can subside after roughly 7 days, but this figure depends entirely on the severity of the addiction.
Start your recovery journey by contacting us today.
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