Congress 60 is here to help you (or a loved one) on your path to recovery and equilibrium. Congress 60 offers one of the most integrated treatments in the country set in a peaceful and healing environment. Please take a moment to read some of the thoughts that have been shared with us from our recovered individuals. For more information about Congress 60, please come visit us in person or go to our website (www.congress60.org), or call us anytime.
"To me, Congress 60 is much more than a place to quit drugs. My treatment at Congress 60 was a true healing life experience. Nowadays, I have the potential to live everyday to it's fullest, and when there are bumps in the road I have the abilities to confront and overcome them. I am forever grateful to Congress 60 for starting me on my path to a productive and fulfilling life."
-Ali S.
"When I first came to Congress 60, I wasn't sure I even wanted to quit drugs. I was completely hopeless, broken and lost. My addiction and depression had taken over my life… I found very nice people, a great program, and welcoming atmosphere. I felt like I was part of a family of recovery, people I wanted to stay in touch with forever. Now it’s been 7 months that I have started recovery, and I am starting school. The generosity of Congress 60’s staff and peacefulness of the surroundings have given me a serenity and safety I had never experienced before. I know there are only small percentages of addicts who stay drug-free, so it must be wonderful for Congress 60 when someone succeeds! Looking back now, I realize it was their love and nurturing, not their comprehensive DST treatment, that made it possible for me to overcome addiction and heal... it saved my life - in every way."
-Mehdi P.
"In spring of last year, as I approached my 67th birthday, my opium consumption was out of control, I was not eating well, my diabetes was getting worse, my performance at work was not good at all, my relationships with colleagues were worsening. All in all, I was at risk of losing my family and job. I was convinced and decided to go to treatment and chose Congress 60. The benefits DST method of treatment brought to me have been tangible. Biologically speaking, my systolic blood pressure has surprisingly decreased; my average glucose level in the morning has dropped also. The Gamma GT result has improved significantly which means that my liver has almost healed completely. I am thoroughly enjoying my family and job. I walk 2 kilometers everyday, and once again enjoy living. I have created a checklist and trying to check off the items one at a time, and pursue my goals and dreams. I feel very good, both physically and spiritually, happy and content. Thank you for turning the lights on. Thank you so much for all your support and guidance."
-Hasan S.
"Yesterday marked my 25th month of recovery and I'm happier and healthier than ever! Life is awesome. I thought one year in recovery is astounding, but things have really blossomed, grown and stayed strong. I accepted a new position at work and life is good. May 14th will be my 1st wedding anniversary! So you at Congress 60 must always remember what a profound impact you had on me, and how it changed not only my life, but the lives of all those around me. As I sit every day in my office and go home to my sweet wife, I thank you. I will forever be grateful to Congress 60 not only for helping save my life but also grateful to be able to give back in some small way. Thank you for the opportunity to be of service. Words cannot express my gratitude to each one of you at Congress 60, how you have all touched me, and helped me become more of myself. Keep up the marvelous work and God Bless."
-Alireza H.
"My sincerest thanks to the founder, Mr. Dezhakam, and all the staff at the Congress 60 for all that you have done for my son, Mohammad. Since he arrived home in October, after he got his redemption, he has been so happy and he is a totally new person. That beautiful smile of his has returned. When we came to Congress 60 around a year ago, by talking to the staff I felt this was a new level of treatment that he had never tried. He attends his meetings and is determined to live a drug-free life. Some days were very tough and hard to get through, but each day I heard a little hope in his voice. I can't tell you enough how thankful we are that we found Congress 60, and as parents, we were able to send him to your wonderful facility. I believe that he looks at his future in a whole different light. In fact, it is wonderful how all members of Congress 60 support and encourage each other. Thank you so very much for all your help and support, and please pass along my thanks to all those who have passion for revivification of an addict. The experience of being at Congress 60 saved my son's life, and you sent him on a wonderful new path of recovery and being a whole new person. Thank you all at Congress 60 for the wonderful contributions you are all making towards fighting this horrifying disease of addiction."
-Mehdi T.
"I struggled with heroin addiction for most of my adult life. I checked into treatment of one kind or another in early 1999, not being able to quit for any length of time. Before coming to Congress 60, I knew I had a problem, but did not know what to do about it. While working with my guide at Congress 60, in supervised group discussions, educational workshops and meetings, and many other great programs, I was able to identify where I struggle and what my strengths are. The guides and members of Congress 60 then assisted me in coming up with a plan for life. At times it was a battle, but, solely through the time and patience of my guide, I was able to comprehend why I felt the way I did, what I needed to do to overcome these struggles, and continue to move forward. I participated in all aspects of Congress 60 program. Through hard work, I am a better husband, father, son, employee, and a delighted member of my community. I could never put into words the respect and gratitude my family and I have for Congress 60 and Mr. Dezhakam for their time, patience and genuine concern. I believe my biggest asset upon arriving at congress 60 was keeping an open mind and full participation in the DST program. Their spectacular method of treatment has worked for me, and I hope it can work for you. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for giving me my life back.
Miracles happen if you only believe in them."
-Morteza A.
"I find myself crying from time to time as the answer to the emptiness and melancholy in my life seemed to be emerging. Nonetheless, still somewhat mysterious, it is there and that is a milestone and a miracle. After discovering the limitations and narrow vision that I lived with when I came to Congress 60, 3 years ago, I look back at my time there. My revivification has been slow and gentle, but fairly steady with some dips and stalls along the path. Without all your support and assistance I could be out there still dying. I’m here to express gratitude for being heard with empathy, truthfulness, compassion, and benevolence. I cannot express enough how significant that was and how it carried me from day to day in that challenging time. Not a day goes by that I don't think about congress 60 or my time there in some regard. Those that are at congress 60 to heal, will. The knowledgeable ones will absorb what is beneficial, and discard what is not, and add what is uniquely their own and Learn, Love, Laugh, Live and Walk on. I am able to do those things today only because of what I learned at Congress 60. Wholly yours,"
-Keyhan K.
Translated by: Traveler Keyhan