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Ben Affleck“is doing much better” after completing 30 days of rehab and will likely stay for a while longer, a source tells PEOPLE.
The actor, 46, was seen at the Malibu treatment facility he’s been staying at on Sunday — one month after his exJennifer Garnerwas photographed driving him to the rehab center.
“He is doing much better but needs to continue receiving care,” a source tells PEOPLE. “As difficult as it was to have his recent trip to rehab all play out so publicly, it now seems the way it happened was for the best.”
Affleck previously entered rehab in 2001 and, years later, announced he had completed treatment for alcohol addiction in March 2017.
Affleck shares three children —Violet, 12,Seraphina, 9, andSamuel, 6 — with Garner, 46.
The actor entered rehab on Aug. 22 seeking treatment for alcohol addiction, PEOPLE previously confirmed, with a source close to the actor saying “he knew he needed help and was vocal about it.”
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“He recently put in a gym at his home and is most comfortable there,” added the first source of Affleck’s trips home. “Ben continues to work hard on himself and is committed to his rehab program, which includes a daily routine of multiple meetings and indoor and outdoor exercise.”
Affleck’s rumored new flame Shauna Sexton, 22, has been photographed driving his car and visiting his home.
His brother, Casey Affleck, gave an update on theGone Girlactor’s health toEntertainment Tonightin early September.
“He’s doing great,” Casey said. “He’s in rehab and he’s recovering and seems to be doing well.”
If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact theSAMHSA substance abuse helplineat 1-800-662-HELP.
source: people.com
