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Family members and friends can benefit from their own support, whether or not their loved one is seeking treatment or in recovery. Getting support for yourself isn't giving up on them. It's making sure you're not carrying this alone.
Established UK organisations offering support to families and friends. Addiction & Us does not run its own helpline or staffed service.
Confidential emotional support for anyone who is struggling to cope, including people worried about someone else. You don't have to be suicidal to call.
Support groups for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. Meetings are held in person and online, and there is a confidential helpline.
Self-help groups for families and friends of people who use drugs or have related behavioural problems. Meetings run in person and online.
A national charity working to improve support for families affected by drugs, alcohol and gambling. Its website includes information for families and help finding local family support services.
Honest, confidential information and advice about drugs and alcohol, for people who use them and for anyone worried about someone else.
NHS information about getting help for alcohol and drug problems, including how to find local services. A GP can also be a good first point of contact.
Addiction & Us can't respond to personal situations, but the organisations in our directory can. Many offer free, confidential helplines, groups and one-to-one support for families and friends.
