Alcohol Detox at Home – Get Sober in 28 Days
Alcohol detox is the process where you stop consuming alcohol altoghether and this is the first step to overcome an alcohol addiction.
By going ‘cold turkey’ under the supervision of experts and professionals, you can reduce your dependency on alcohol and avoid a relapse.
Help4Addiction offers an alcohol detox program that you can do from your home, with a proven track record and supervised by medical staff and professionals to help you achieve your goals. We have staff available to speak to you 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so that you can get the support you need.
The home detox therapy requires you to carefully monitor your progress and work with therapists to successfully overcome your alcohol addiction.
To find out more, speak to our customer care team today on 0203 955 7700 or use our form provided to request an immediate callback.
What is Included in a Home Alcohol Detox?
- Medical supervision – Our experts and medical staff will oversee your detox with regular contact and being available for you immediately
- Withdrawal management – If you are suffering bad withdrawal symptoms, these can be managed with various medications such as benzodiazepines and anticonvulsants
- Tapering plan – The amount of alcohol you consume can be slowly tapered to minimise withdrawal symptoms such as headaches and nausea
- Hydration and nutrition – Our team oversee and encourage proper hydration to replenish essential vitamins and minerals (specifically B vitamins and magnesium)
- Support system – We provide a strong support system and community, including our own team, sponsors and well-known local organisations such as Alcoholics Anonymous
- Monitoring – Our healthcare professionals monitor your progress and ensure your safety, looking out for vital signs and risks of relapse
- After-care – Our team carries out after-care treatment to ensure that you do not relapse and maintain sobriety. This may include joining support groups, following a 12-step program or attending therapy
- Emergency plan – We have an emergency plan on hand in case of severe withdrawal symptoms – to give you physical and mental support when required
- Mental health support – If you are suffering from pain, anxiety or depression, we can prescribe a course of action to improve your health and wellbeing.
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How Long Does a Home Alcohol Detox Take?
Help4Addiction offers a program for home alcohol detoxing that lasts for 28 days. This has been a successful timeframe to successfully wean our patients off alcohol and avoid relapsing.
This timeframe may be shorter or longer for different individuals based on the level of their addiction and reception to treatment.
How Much Does a Home Alcohol Detox Cost?
Our home alcohol detox plan starts from £2,795 per month and includes:
- An initial assessment with our addiction experts
- 28 x structured 90-minute virtual group therapy sessions
- 3 x 1 hour one-to-one psychotherapy sessions
- Access to a secure peer support app
- Ongoing telephone support
- Free weekly aftercare sessions for a year following treatment
A home detox works out to be more affordable than checking into a rehab or inpatient treatment (up to 4 times cheaper) since this requires you to pay for accommodation, food and 24/7 professional care.
Why Choose a Home Alcohol Detox Over One in a Clinic?
A home alcohol detox can provide more privacy and comfort than visiting and staying in a new and different rehab facility. By following a structured program, you have access to all the tools you need to reduce your alcohol dependence and overcome your addiction. Overseen by addiction professionals, home alcohol detoxes have been very successful in recent years and maintaining sobriety.
A private home alcohol detox can be more affordable and cost effective than staying in a clinic, since travel, accommodation and food are not needed and you can still be surrounded by loved ones.
However, being disciplined to follow the program and having the support of loved ones is key to achieving your goals. Being in the same environment that started your alcoholic dependence can be challenging and for this reason, some patients are more successful with inpatient addiction treatment. Read about alcohol rehab centres.
| Factor | Home Alcohol Detox | Rehab Clinic Detox |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Supervision | Limited; may require remote monitoring or periodic check-ins with a doctor. | 24/7 medical supervision ensures safety and immediate intervention if complications arise. |
| Comfort & Privacy | Can detox in familiar surroundings with personal comfort. | Less privacy; in a structured facility with other patients. |
| Cost | Generally cheaper or even free if done independently; may have costs for medications or consultations. | Expensive, especially for inpatient programs, but may be covered by insurance. |
| Risk Level | Higher risk of severe withdrawal symptoms (e.g., seizures, delirium tremens) without immediate medical help. | Lower risk due to constant medical care and medication management. |
| Emotional & Social Support | Dependent on family and friends, who may not be trained in addiction care. | Professional therapists, counselors, and peer support available. |
| Structure & Accountability | More freedom but higher risk of relapse without strict structure. | Highly structured environment that reduces access to alcohol and relapse risk. |
| Medication Access | May require a prescription and self-administration of medications. | Medications administered by medical professionals with proper dosage adjustments. |
| Mental Health Support | Limited to therapy or support groups if sought out. | Integrated mental health care, including therapy, psychiatric support, and medication management. |
| Likelihood of Relapse | Higher chance due to easy access to alcohol and lack of strict monitoring. | Lower chance due to restricted access to alcohol and intensive therapy. |
| Emergency Response | Slower in case of complications, requiring a trip to the hospital. | Immediate medical intervention available for any complications. |
| Lifestyle Disruption | Minimal; allows continuing work or family responsibilities. | Requires a temporary break from daily life to focus solely on recovery. |
Will I Get Withdrawal Symptoms Doing an Alcohol Detox?
Whilst every patient is different, withdrawal symptoms from an alcohol detox is common and can cause:
- Changes in appetite
- Stomach ache
- Fever
- Flu-like symptoms
- Tremors
- Headache
- Anxiety
- Trouble sleeping and staying asleep
- Mood swings
- Alcohol cravings
When you drink, alcohol increases the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA – as well as decreases glutamate levels. This can make you feel calmer and more relaxed.
When you drink more often and for longer periods, your body gets used to these changes – meaning your body will produce less GABA and more glutamate to make up for these changes.
However, when your drinking habits change and you stop drinking, your body continues to produce more glutamate and less GABA, which can lead to you experiencing uncomfortable symptoms.
Can I Get Medication When Doing an An Alcohol Detox?
Yes, for individuals experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms, it is possible to be prescribed medication to help with the symptoms including:
- Benzodiazepines (e.g., Valium or Ativan) to reduce anxiety and prevent seizures.
- Anticonvulsants to help manage seizure risk.
- Other medications to alleviate nausea, headaches, or sweating.
What Are The Steps To Arrange a Home Alcohol Detox?
Step 1 – Eligibility Check
The first step of the detox process is contacting us for help. This will involve completing an online questionnaire, which will give us the information we need to ensure you get the right help for you and your circumstances.
This will also give you an insight as to whether you are eligible for an at-home detox – whether you can safely detox from alcohol at home or whether you’ll be better off completing an inpatient detox/ medically-assisted detox.
You may not be eligible for a home detox if you:
- Regularly abuse alcohol beyond 30 units a day
- Have had a history of fits, seizures, or epilepsy
- Are taking medications that conflict with anti-addiction medications
If none of the following applies to you, there is a good chance you will be eligible. Again, you can answer our questionnaire to find out your eligibility.
Step 2 – Consent
Once you have contacted us and completed the questionnaire, you’ll need to provide us with your consent – which includes your signature.
We want to offer the best online private rehab and home detox, and upon receiving your electronic signature, we can begin to help you overcome your alcohol addiction.
Step 3 – Alcohol Detox at Home Process
The assessment process is completed online, meaning you don’t have to attend a rehab facility or medical facility to begin your home alcohol detox.
You will have your assessment online with one of our doctors on either Skype or Facetime. Then, the doctor will send the prescription to a pharmacy that will send it to you the following day. However, we can also arrange for you to pick up the prescription from your local pharmacy.
You’ll then take the detox medication as per the doctor’s instructions. The detox medication provided can help to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately streamline the detox process.
Why Choose Help4Addiction For Your Home Alcohol Detox?
Help4Addiction has successfully helped thousands of patients across the UK with alcohol addiction recovery and detox. Our proven process is overseen by medical staff and is tailored to your personal needs.
We understand that all patients are different and their treatment should be different too.
We are passionate about helping you treat your addiction in the most effective way possible.
Speak to our customer care team today for FREE on 0203 955 7700 or request a call back using our form provided.
About Author
Nicholas Conn
Nicholas Conn is a leading industry addiction expert who runs the UK’s largest addiction advisory service and is regularly featured in the national press, radio and TV. He is the founder and CEO of a drug and alcohol rehab center called Help4addiction, which was founded in 2015. He has been clean himself since 2009 and has worked in the Addiction and Rehab Industry for over a decade. Nick is dedicated to helping others recover and get treatment for drug and alcohol abuse. In 2013, he released a book ‘The Thin White’ line that is available on Amazon.
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