Support

Is it time to ask for help? For you or someone you know?

If you're worried about substance use (alcohol, drugs, gambling or something else), there's a wide range of support available.

If you're thinking about reaching out to find support, please know you're making a positive and important step, whether this if for you or for someone you may know.

We know that everyone's recovery journey is different and so, you'll find a number of support options available to you.

Crisis support

Specialist addiction and recovery services

How to speak to a professional about addiction

Online Support

Reach Out is a fee online chat service managed by The Forward Trust providing support for worries relating to drug and alcohol use, including that of a friend or family member. You can also use this service for concerns around gambling, low mood and other addiction related queries.  Available weekdays, 9am-5pm. Please note that Reach Out is not a crisis service. If you require immediate support do follow the link for a list of urgent contacts.

Reach Out

Partner support services

Taking Action on Addiction is a partnership comprising of nine charities that share the ambition of improving understanding, support and changing policy related to drug and alcohol addiction. Led by The Forward Trust, all of our partners bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to support the campaign.

Amy Winehouse Foundation Favor UK Forward Trust Kaleidescope Music Support Nacoa Phoenix Futures Steps 2 Recovery visible Recovery

Residential rehabilitation

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World-class experts supporting people with addictions in the privacy of an English heritage home. With over 40 years of experience and success, Clouds is one of the UK’s most trusted and established addiction rehabs – renowned for life-changing treatment. Offering a safe, private and confidential space, the professionals at Clouds are expert specialists in addiction treatment. Each resident receives individual care, thought and respect from the moment they walk through the door.

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