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DrugFAM
for those affected by someone else’s addiction.
Providing a seven day a week lifeline of safe, caring and professional support to families, friends, partners and significant others who are struggling to cope with the nightmare of a loved one’s addiction to drugs, alcohol or gambling. They also support those who have been bereaved by addictions.
Find out more: www.drugfam.co.uk
Alcoholics Anonymous
AA is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other with the aim of solving their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. If you need help with a drinking problem either phone the free national helpline or contact them via email.
Telephone: 0800 9177 650
Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Breaking Free from Substance Use
Breaking Free Online provide comprehensive treatment and recovery support based on robust behavioural science which has been developed in the UK by clinical psychologists. It is personalised to each individual service user and accessible online 24/7 on any device.
Website: www.breakingfreegroup.com
Drinkline
If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.
Telephone: 0300 123 1110
Esthertime Group
They are a sustainable christian recovery group for women who feel their alcohol consumption is getting out of hand.
Telephone: 07828 478470
SMART
Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service based in the centre of Wokingham.
Website: www.smartcjs.org.uk
Further information
For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit the link below.
Website: NHS UK: Alcohol Help
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit the NHS website.
Website: NHS UK: Drugs Overview
Mindful Alcohol Project
Are you worried that you are drinking too much?
The Mindful Alcohol Project is a free six-session online programme for West Berkshire residents who want to explore their relationship with alcohol and develop healthy habits that promote safe and happy lives.
Website: www.cranstoun.org/mindfulalcohol
Al-Anon
Support for family members of people affected by alcohol addiction, they hold local meetings.
Website: www.al-anonuk.org.uk
Drinkaware
We are an independent charity working to reduce alcohol misuse and harm in the UK. We’re here to help people make better choices about drinking. Get in touch to see how we can help you or someone you care about today.
Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk
Drink Spiking and Date Rape Drugs
Every year in the UK, hundreds of people are thought to be victims of drink spiking, where alcohol or drugs are added to someone’s drink without them knowing. Please review the NHS guide for more information.
Website: NHS UK: Drink Spiking
One You Drinks Tracker - Mobile App
Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.
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/contact-frank