Substance Misuse

Substance Misuse

Research has found that people living with a disability are 2-4 times more likely to experience problems with substance misuse (Disability And Addiction – Addiction Centre). Sometimes when under pressure, feeling overwhelmed, anxious or alone it can be easy to use alcohol/drugs as a coping mechanism.

In this section we provide you information on services that you can access to seek support for helping you take the steps to changing your relationship with substances.

Dan 24/7

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Wales drug and alcohol helpline

Dan 24/7 provides information on drugs and provides a free and confidential drugs helpline which is open 24 hours a day 365 days a year.

For more information you can call them on 0808 808 2234 or text DAN to: 81066 or visit their website for more information.

Talk to Frank

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England drug misuse

Talk to frank is a drug misuse website in England which provides free information and support to people who are struggling with drug misuse. This provides information about the drugs and the risks of them and what the long term effect could be on a person.

You can put in your postcode to find local support groups here and you can also Talk to Frank by calling them on 0808 808 2234 or you can text, email or Talk to Frank via online chat here

Alferaid Recovery

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Wales

CAIS which is part of Alferaid Recovery help people who are having problems with addictions, mental health, personal development and employment – as well as offering assistance and information to their families and friends. Their wide range of services includes residential treatment and rehabilitation, counselling, peer mentoring, supporting people in their homes, assisting people back into work or education, group work and other motivational interventions.

For more information you can call them on 0345 06 121 12 or visit their website you can also refer into this service here

OK Rehab

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UK Drug and Alcohol misuse

OK Rehab is a recovery advocate service. They help facilitate treatment for anyone who actively wants to stop using drugs or drinking alcohol. They also help individuals seeking to self-refer themselves into addiction treatment.

For more information you can call them on 0800 326 5559 or email info@okrehab.org. You can also visit their website here.