The Alcohol Awareness Week theme this year is ‘Change’.

Change is necessary.

Change is possible.

Change is happening.

Find out more and sign up for updates: alcoholconcern.org.uk/alcohol-awaren…

The Gary Seaman Award is for an outstanding practitioner/volunteer who has made a real difference to families affected by drugs and alcohol. Nominate someone here: bit.ly/2LVo6wN

Low and worthless, hurt, isolated, but hopeful. How does stigma make you feel? bit.ly/2N2OjWl #StigmaMakesMeFeel

Great to hear about new @UKSMARTofficial family and friends group in Westminster. Starts 17th Sept running every Monday 6-7.30 at CGL on Old Queen St. If you're affected by a loved one's drug/alcohol use search our map to find a support group near you: bit.ly/2Negguf

Have you lost a loved one due to drugs or alcohol?

Visit beadproject.org.uk to find information, advice and personal stories.

In 2017, we supported and worked with over 1,300 family members affected by drug or alcohol use. Read more in our latest Impact Report: bit.ly/2zK7v9m

We're looking for an experienced individual with a passion for helping families affected by drugs and alcohol, to become our new Chair. Could that be you?

Find out more: bit.ly/2OJOyGE

#CharityChair #CharityTrustee #ChairofTrustees #Trustees

"We must make it easier for families to get support." @spelmanc joins our fight against stigma. bit.ly/2u7Wzx9 #StigmaMakesMeFeel

Stigma often harms those with alcohol problems – but it affects their families too. @AdfamUK’s campaign aims to break the stigma surrounding alcohol. Share your story with the hashtag #StigmaMakesMeFeel alcoholconcern.org.uk/blog/stigma-ma…

How do you talk to a loved one about their drug or alcohol use? Family members in Greenwich recommended trying to be calm and remaining neutral. Read other top tips: bit.ly/2KVFwsH

We are determined to make change for families affected by drugs and alcohol. Join us in the fight against stigma: bit.ly/2u6Jh3O #StigmaMakesMeFeel

We are gearing up to launch our new resource supporting families affected by hepatitis C! Come to our event to discuss, demystify and de- stigmatise the condition.

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Want to make a difference supporting kin care families in Peterborough? We're looking for energetic individuals experienced in working with children to support trips & activities on our kin care project. Paid & volunteer positions available. Find out more: bit.ly/2weK7Mc

We're also on Facebook! Like our page for all the latest updates on families, drugs and alcohol: bit.ly/2um6oXx

“I sometimes feel like I am fighting a losing battle but I just take each day at a time and try to stay positive.” – Peter

Read stories of men affected by a loved one’s drug or alcohol use in our Journeys booklet for men.

bit.ly/2NkAe6D

Do you have a loved one who uses drugs/alcohol

and struggles with a mental health problem? Our monthly peer support & advocacy group for families supporting someone with a dual diagnosis next meets Fri 7 Sept, 11am-3pm in London. Email Rob for more info: r.stebbings@adfam.org.uk

We're looking for an experienced individual with a passion for helping families affected by drugs and alcohol, to become our new Chair. Could that be you?

Find out more: bit.ly/2MqInpZ

#CharityChair #CharityTrustee #ChairofTrustees #Trustees

Do you have a loved one who uses drugs/alcohol

and struggles with a mental health problem? Our monthly peer support & advocacy group for families supporting someone with a dual diagnosis next meets Fri 7 Sept, 11am-3pm in London. Email Rob for more info: r.stebbings@adfam.org.uk

Our Family Voices Competition is open for entries! Send in your submissions by 31 October bit.ly/2KzezpB

Does your loved one engage in chemsex? We're working with @lgbtfriend to pilot support for LGBT families, friends and partners. Our tailored support groups start in September. Find out more here: adfam.org.uk/our-work/suppo…