Alcohol Rehab for Families in Harare
Assessment in Harare or by video, then safe detox and residential treatment in Cape Town.
Harare families often reach out after years of trying to manage a loved one's drinking at home. By the time they call, the drinking usually starts earlier in the day, work is suffering, and stopping on their own has failed more than once.
We offer an assessment in Harare or by video, then admission to our residential clinic in Cape Town for medically supervised alcohol withdrawal and a full therapeutic programme.
- Assessment in person in Harare or by video call
- Safe, medically supervised alcohol withdrawal
- Daily individual therapy, not only group sessions
- Treatment for anxiety, depression and sleep problems
- Family sessions online for relatives in Harare
- Transparent pricing: Primary Care: approximately USD 1,504.80 per week for eight weeks in Cape Town. Re-entry: approximately USD 1,128.60 per week for four weeks near Harare. Full 12-week programme: approximately USD 16,552.80, all-inclusive with no additional programme costs.
Why alcohol detox should not happen at home
Stopping heavy drinking abruptly can cause seizures and delirium tremens, which can be life-threatening. Detox at Hillhouse is supervised by nurses around the clock and reviewed by a doctor daily, usually over five to seven days.
From Harare to Cape Town
Once the assessment is done, we agree an admission date and help the family plan the journey. Many families choose to accompany their loved one on the flight; we can collect clients from Cape Town airport.
After treatment
Before discharge, we agree a written relapse-prevention plan, identify support available in Harare, and stay in contact through online aftercare for twelve months.
Editorial standards & clinical review
Author
Jeroen Decker
Founder, Hillhouse Clinics
Founder of Hillhouse Clinics with 15+ years building licensed residential addiction treatment in Cape Town. Personal lived experience of recovery.
Reviewed by
David McNamara
Clinical Director
Clinical Director with 20+ years in addiction medicine. Oversees ASAM-aligned treatment protocols, medical detox and the multi-disciplinary clinical team supporting both treatment paths at The Hillhouse and a move to The Re-entry House.
Medically reviewed by
Bryan Hellmann
Clinical Psychologist
Registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in trauma, dual diagnosis and evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, EMDR) for substance use disorders.
Last clinically reviewed: May 7, 2026 · Next review scheduled: November 2026 · Hillhouse Clinics is licensed by the South African Department of Social Development. Content is informational and does not replace medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Can the assessment take place in Harare?+
Yes. Assessments can be done in person in Harare or by video call, whichever the family prefers.
How long is alcohol rehab?+
Detox takes about a week. Primary Care: approximately USD 1,504.80 per week for eight weeks in Cape Town. Re-entry: approximately USD 1,128.60 per week for four weeks near Harare. Full 12-week programme: approximately USD 16,552.80, all-inclusive with no additional programme costs..
Is treatment confidential?+
Yes. Nothing is shared with employers or anyone else without the client's written consent.
Can family visit?+
Family take part through online sessions and can visit during the programme once the first phase is complete.
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Last reviewed: October 2026. Admissions: +263 8612 882006. Hillhouse Clinics is licensed by the South African Department of Social Development. Outcomes vary; no treatment guarantees recovery. For emergencies in Zimbabwe call 994 (ambulance) or your nearest hospital.