Action on alcohol during the next Senedd 2026-2030

Feb 26, 2026

Adfam has joined forces with charities Alcohol Change UK, Adferiad, Barod, and Kaleidoscope in campaigning to reduce alcohol harm in Wales ahead of the next Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament) 2026-2030. Together we have called on all Members of the next Senedd Cymru...

Gary Seaman Award Winner 2025 – Sue Nash

Feb 18, 2026

Congratulations to Sue Nash, winner of the Gary Seaman Award 2025. The award was established in memory of Gary Seaman, a dedicated practitioner who spent many years working in the London Borough of Lewisham, supporting and championing families affected by substance...

From Adfam Family Voices to an award-winning children’s writer

Feb 9, 2026

Rachel Pattinson, one of our Adfam Family Voices writers, is the author of award-winning children’s book, Seven: Distracted Detective. Published independently by Aralyn Press, this contemporary novel for children aged 9 – 12 combines an entertaining mystery with a...

Adfam launches Family Voices Through Zines

Jan 29, 2026

Adfam is thrilled to launch a collection of zines created by individuals whose lives have been touched by addiction within their family. This follows a series of online storytelling workshops held by Adfam in 2025 for families affected by substance use, led by artist...

Getting help during the Christmas period

Dec 24, 2025

Christmas can be a difficult time for many families affected by substance use. It’s important family members take steps to protect and look after themselves and their wellbeing, for more information take a look at Adfam’s Tips for Coping at Christmas:...
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