“I wandered in the doors of the Rainbow Recovery Club in mid 2018 broken, bewildered, suspicious and defeated. I was welcomed by a whole lot of friendly faces (which initially felt weird!) who wanted nothing from me but for me to get better, no judgment just love and kindness.
I went from hopeless to hopeful, followed by excited by what could be.
The LBGT party scene can feel like there’s no other way to connect.
How wrong I was, the connection, friendships and of course recovery that I’ve gained from rainbow room, I’ll be forever grateful for.
I am 7 years sober, I have a peace and serenity in my life I never had before, I’ve made some great friends and have had a lot of laughs along the way, thank you rainbow recovery room”
Martin D
Adam C
"The Rainbow Recovery Club saved my life. After alcohol nearly took my life, I didn't know how I would live without alcohol or drugs, especially as part of the gay community. This room connected me to other gay alcoholics who took me under their wing and showed me how to live a full life without booze and drugs. I would never have gotten to where I am (3 years sober) or have the amazing life I do now without them and this room."
Lamia M
Rainbow Recovery Club has been my saving grace. I truly believed I only had two options as an alcoholic and addict: prison in one hand and death in the other. Then something shifted, and I found my way into the rooms of recovery. Through Rainbow, I have learned to stand in the truth of who I am as a proud trans woman, with honesty, courage, and strength. Just for today, I am grateful to be alive, present, and walking this journey with others in recovery.
Abbi S
"In April 2022, I reached out to The Rainbow Recovery Club feeling lost and unsure where to turn.
I was met with immediate kindness, support, and links to local meetings that helped me begin my sobriety journey.
From my very first meeting, I felt welcomed, safe, and accepted enough to be honest about my addictions. Since then, I have stayed sober, and I truly believe that without the support of the RRC, I wouldn't be here today."
Hugo S
"I have been coming to The Rainbow Recovery Club since the doors first opened in 2002. l attend other meetings in Sydney but Rainbow Recovery Room is the core of my program. The connection to the LGBTQI community has helped me fully embrace and understand my addictions and to live a life I never felt obtainable as my disease progressed.
There is no doubt in my mind that I would not still be here if not for 12 Step fellowships and The Rainbow Recovery Club. Thank you for my sobriety."
Mark B
“The Rainbow Recovery Club gave me a safe haven to begin my recovery as a gay man, and now I feel confident joining any AA meeting - whether gay‑focused or mixed."
Adam G
“The Rainbow Recovery Club community has enabled me to connect with other fellows in recovery. I have been in 3 Mardi Gras parades and had a great time. It truely has changed my life.”