From the Blog
Monty Moncrieff
Although family support groups exist, they are generally not LGBT specific
Drug and alcohol use can threaten and ultimately destroy family relationships and wellbeing. We empower family members and carers, support frontline workers and influence decision-makers to stop this happening.
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"Like I don't belong" - How does stigma make you feel? Get involved in our campaign and tell us: bit.ly/2LlMySE #StigmaMakesMeFeel
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Are you affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use and need support? Search our map to find a peer support group near you: bit.ly/2Negguf
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Do you work with women affected by someone else's substance use, and domestic violence and abuse? Spaces are still available for our free Learning day in Birmingham tomorrow! Register here: bit.ly/2RTM4Yt
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We are inviting invitations from experienced evaluation teams to assess the impact of #DryJanuary 2019. The deadline for applications is 5 November. Find out more and apply here: alcoholconcern.org.uk/blog/dry-janua…
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Do you want to commission or provide support for families affected by drugs and alcohol?
Read "Making It Happen", our guide which brings together our 30+ years of experience of supporting families.
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Hi all,
Just a reminder to join on Wed 24th Oct, 11:30-13:00 for our Youth Ambassador Exhibition - open to all.
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Did a little ⚡️as still buzzing from #BeingtheStory on Friday
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Are you taking part in #Stoptober or #GoSoberforOctober? Follow us throughout the month as our Building Family Recovery team in Newham produce daily tips on how best to cut down on smoking or drinking.
Day #22 - Mindful Monday
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Have you been affected by a loved one’s drug/alcohol use? Share your experiences in a poem or piece of writing: bit.ly/2MegtB2
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Do you work with women affected by someone else's substance use, and domestic violence and abuse? Join us in Birmingham later this month for our free learning day for practitioners. Register here: bit.ly/2zOg29o
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“I have a sinking feeling that while she was struggling with her identity, alcohol was her only friend.” - Gary
Read our Journeys booklet for LGBT people and their families.
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Are you taking part in #Stoptober or #GoSoberforOctober? Follow us throughout the month as our Building Family Recovery team in Newham produce daily tips on how best to cut down on smoking or drinking.
Day #21 - Scrumptious Sunday
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Are you taking part in #Stoptober or #GoSoberforOctober? Follow us throughout the month as our Building Family Recovery team in Newham produce daily tips on how best to cut down on smoking or drinking.
Day #20 - Savvy Saturday
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Have you experienced abusive behaviour from your substance using child? Want to help people like you?
We're running a free training session for families in Winchester on Wednesday next week.
Email r.allon-smith@adfam.org.uk for more information.
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Are you taking part in #Stoptober or #GoSoberforOctober? Follow us throughout the month as our Building Family Recovery team in #Newham produce daily tips on how best to cut down on smoking or drinking.
Day #19 - Family and Friends Friday