Drugs and Alcohol
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
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.
Download from: Google Play: One You Drinks Tracker
Download from: iTunes: One You Drinks Tracker
IRiS Reading
IRiS Reading is an adult alcohol and drug treatment service available to anyone over the age of 18 who lives in Reading, with support services available for family members of drug and alcohol users.
Telephone: 0118 955 7333
Website: www.cranstoun.org
Swanswell
Swanswell is a national alcohol and drug charity which helps people change and be happy. Swanswell has an office in Newbury where there are drop-in clinics from 9am to 7.30pm on Mondays, and until 5pm during the rest of the week.
Telephone: 020 8335 1830
Facebook: www.facebook.com/swanswellUK
Website: www.swanswell.org
Email: wberksadmin@swanswell.org
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
Telephone: 0800 917 7650
Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Email: help@aamail.org
Further information
For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS Choices – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS Choices – The Effects of Drugs
Drinkaware Online Tools & Apps
Online trackers and apps from Drinkaware to help you avoid harm from alcohol.
Download from: www.drinkaware.co.uk
SOURCE - Young People's Drug & Alcohol Service
SOURCE is Reading’s Young Person’s drug and alcohol service, working with young people under 18 years old or up to 25 if they are vulnerable adults or have LDD. SOURCE also offers family work support for clients.
Telephone: 0118 901 5666
Website: servicesguide.reading.gov.uk
Email: source@reading.gov.uk
One You Days Off - Mobile App
The One You Days Off app is a simple and easy way to track the days you drink alcohol and the days you don’t.
Download from: Google Play: One You Days Off
Download from: iTunes: One You Days Off
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
Talk to Frank
If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.
Telephone: 0300 123 6600
Text: 82111
Website: www.talktofrank.com
Email: frank@talktofrank.com