Addiction

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Telephone: 0800 917 7650

Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

Turning Point

Every 30 minutes someone leaves Turning Point’s services drink or drugs free. Turning Point offer you or a loved one a range of services depending on what you need, from detox and residential rehab to supported living and aftercare support.

Website: www.turning-point.co.uk/services/drug-and-alcohol-support.html

Talk to Frank

If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.

Telephone: 0300 123 6600

Website: www.talktofrank.com/

Drinkline

Free, confidential helpline for anyone who is concerned about their drinking, or someone else’s.

Telephone: 0300 123 1110

Drug FAM

A lifeline of safe, caring and professional support to families, friends and partners who are struggling to cope with a loved one’s addiction to drugs, alcohol or gambling and to those who have been bereaved by addiction or related causes.

Telephone: 0300 888 3853

Website: www.drugfam.co.uk/

Be Gamble Aware

Free, confidential help for anyone who is worried about their or someone else’s gambling. If you need help right away, call or live chat with an Adviser now through the National Gambling Treatment Service – available 24/7 for advice and help finding the right support.

Telephone: 0808 8020 133

Website: www.begambleaware.org/

Drinkaware Online Tools

Drinkaware’s range of online tools can help you understand your drinking, track your drinks and change your habits.

Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk/tools/