Pelgrims Place

09/04/2026

It is now an annual tradition at Pelgrims Place to make Hot Cross buns at Easter. They were fresh, tasty and enjoyed by all 🙌

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07/04/2026

Benefits of a positive outlook
written by current resident T.D.
“I want to start by saying the benefits of a positive outlook never made sense to me. I saw it as lying to myself, because I wasn’t a good person. I made mistakes often. I am in rehab when I want to be free. My outlook on life determined my reality. The attitude I have makes me who I am. That is when I had a revelation. Jesus was the light that revealed God’s grace and mercy, just like the sun reveals the nature of the land it shines upon. I had to understand that being in this place was the best thing that could have happened to me. I could have been dead or in jail. I now walk in truth and my mind set on living a positive, purpose-driven life.”

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

02/04/2026

“From death came life, from sorrow came joy; this is the hope of Easter.” — Aloo Denish Obiero

Wishing all our residents (past & present), staff, friends and family a very blessed and hopeful Easter ✝

31/03/2026

🌟 Breaking Free from Addiction: Your Journey to Recovery 🌟
🌱 Every step forward is a victory. Every choice toward healing is a triumph. Today, we celebrate the bravery and resilience of those on the path to recovery from addiction.
💪 It's not just about overcoming challenges; it's about rediscovering your strength, rewriting your story, and reclaiming your life.
🌈 Let's spread hope and support, because recovery is possible, and every day is a chance for a fresh start. You are not alone. Reach out, share your story, and inspire others with your courage.

For more information, please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com


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26/03/2026

We made a visit back to to collect the plates our residents made and start a new project. Great to see the results of the creative energy and the smiles 😃 of achievement 👏

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

24/03/2026

Self-Esteem through hard work
written by current resident L.J.
“In my life, a clear connection is apparent when I look deeper into things. I have always been a hard worker and never afraid to break a sweat. I also thought of myself as enough just as I am.
Drugs entered the picture and robbed me of endurance, and made me a slave to instant gratification. Working hard was not a part of my skillset anymore.
And that’s what it is, a skill I had to learn and master again. If I look back at a task I did, I feel a sense of accomplishment. I want someone to walk past and say, “I can see L.J. worked here.”

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

19/03/2026

At Pelgrims Place, we combine “back to basics” recovery principles with an innovative approach to rehabilitation. Located on the West Coast of South Africa in the village of Paternoster. Just a two-hour drive from Cape Town.

Community, work ethic, honesty, integrity, self-discipline and awareness are the essence of any well-rounded rehabilitation program. Pelgrims Place gives the gift of sobriety, the chance at a new beginning and access to a world-class rehabilitation centre.

For more information, please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

17/03/2026

Reconnecting with family again
written by current resident W.S.
“I appreciate what Pelgrims Place has done for me in terms of reconnecting with my family. Long-term rehabilitation has given my family time to heal and recover from my past mistakes. They can see that I am making an effort to change, and I am grateful that they are still around after everything I put them through. I want to make my family proud. I want them to be able to depend on me again. Taking responsibility hasn’t been easy, but working through hardships in life makes us stronger, and I believe my 9-month program has made me much more mentally tough. I am not a drunk, argumentative, difficult person, and when I am sober, I am actually a pretty nice guy. I love my family, and I can’t wait to spend more time with them.”

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

10/03/2026

📣We are so proud to announce that we’ve officially held our first in-house AA meeting here at Pelgrims Place!
​This meeting is now a permanent fixture in our weekly program schedule. By bringing these sessions directly to our residents, we aim to:
​Build a Strong Foundation: Equip everyone with a deep understanding of AA and NA principles.
​Prepare for the Future: Ensure our residents have the tools and knowledge they need to navigate recovery long after they leave our doors.
​Foster Community: Create a safe, familiar space to share experiences and strength.

​Recovery doesn't happen in a vacuum—it happens through connection and preparation. We’re excited to see this new chapter empower our residents on their journey to lifelong sobriety.

For more information, please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

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South Africa's leading Addiction Rehabilitation Centre has expanded to the Western Cape. Offering an affordable, world-class treatment center

05/03/2026

🧯‼️🚒Fire drills are done regularly, educating residents on basic health, safety and emergency procedures.

This not only meets the department's minimum norms and standards but empowers residents to be active & responsible community members.

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com

03/03/2026

Cook Off
written by current resident P.D.

“Like Batman, Puerman, Spiderman or any other superhero of our time, I lived a double life. Just take away the ‘hero’, and I guess the ‘super’, the only super I was, was more and more superstitious as I ventured further into psychosis. Chef by day, chemist by night. Cooking for money and cooking o***m tincture. Cooking to fuel an addiction.
Those days are over.
I now cook with different ingredients; 2 cups of mindfulness, 5 tbsps of routine, a dash of service. Simmer for 6 months and wala! Your entree is served. This is the recovery cook off.”

For more information please visit our website https://pelgrimsplace.com