Friends and Family Support

Alcohol and drugs misuse has a devastating effect on families. For every person with a drug and alcohol problem there are parents and families who also need information and support.

The stark facts tell us that the children of parents who misuse drugs are seven times more likely to use drugs themselves and that 350,000 children in the UK are at risk from parental drug misuse.

If you are concerned about someone else’s drug or alcohol use we can offer you advice and support.

HAGAM have long been providing individual and group support to carers, families and friends of drug and alcohol misusers. Some of the services we offer to carers of substance misusers include specialist substance use advice and information, practical advice on coping strategies and group support where you can benefit from the experience of others who are in similar situations as you.

As part of our holistic approach, we also work closely with Sure Start and carer and family support services including the local young carers project 'SPACE'. This project supports children and young people between the ages of 5-18 years caring for a family member with a drug and/or alcohol problem. SPACE project offers emotional support, 1-1 support, advocacy, advice and information on benefits, housing, health and education as well as respite and activity sessions for young people. If you are affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use and would like support, give us a ring on 01895 20 7788. For further support please contact Adfam

National Carers Week 14-20 June 2010