Al-Anon

0800 0086 811

Al-Anon Family Groups are for the families & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, & hope in order to solve their common problems. 

Alateen

0800 0086 811

Alateen is for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics. Alateen is part of Al-Anon. We believe alcoholism is a family disease that affects everyone in the family. Alateen meetings are for 12-17 year olds. They meet to share their experiences of having, or having had, a problem drinker in their lives. They help and support each other.

Alcohol Focus Scotland

0141 572 6700

Alcohol Focus Scotland is the national charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol harm. 

We want to see fewer people have their health damaged or lives cut short due to alcohol, fewer children and families suffering as a result of other people's drinking, and communities free from alcohol-related crime and violence.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

0800 9177 650 

Have a problem with alcohol? There is a solution. A.A. has a simple program that works. It's based on one alcoholic helping another.

Cocaine Anonymous

0800 612 0225

Our primary purpose is to stay free from cocaine and all other mind-altering substances, and to help others achieve the same freedom. 

Counselling Services - CNES Recovery Support Worker 

01851 822754

CREW

0131 220 3404 

We neither condemn nor condone drug use: we exist to reduce harm, challenge perceptions and help people make positive choices about their use of cannabis, stimulant and other social drugs and sexual health by providing non-judgemental, credible and up to date information and support. 

Drinkaware

020 7766 9900

When someone is ready to start drinking less, Drinkaware is ready to support them. We give the full picture of what drinking does to their mind and body. 

We offer information and advice to help people decide which practical changes are right for them and give tips and advice to form new habits and make those changes stick. And because we want people to be protected from alcohol harm, we take what we’ve learned about helping people cut back and use the evidence to promote a world where it’s easier to drink less. 

Drinkline Helpline Scotland 

0800 7314 314

If you're concerned that you or someone you care about has a drinking problem you can contact one of these helplines for advice. 

Drugwise

The mission of DrugWise follows very much in the tradition of DrugScope – and for those of you with long memories, its predecessor – the Institute for the Study of Drug Dependence – that is to provide drug information which is topical, evidence-based and non-judgemental – and to promote this through media work, public speaking and lecturing. 

Families Anonymous 

0207 4984 680

Families Anonymous is a world-wide fellowship of family members and friends affected by another’s abuse of mind-altering substances, or related behavioural problems. FA has groups, spread throughout the country, which meet regularly. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend the meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem. The Fellowship is a self-help organisation with a programme based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions first formulated by Alcoholics Anonymous. 

FRANK 

0330 123 6600

Find out everything you need to know about drugs, their effects and the law. Talk to Frank for facts, support and advice on drugs and alcohol today. 

Narcotics Anonymous

0300 999 1212

If using drugs is causing problems in your life NA can help.  NA exists solely so that its members can support each other to stay drug free and to help others achieve and maintain a drug free recovery and lifestyle.

NA is free, it costs nothing to attend our meetings.

Needle Exchange 

01850 703131

This service is provided in partnership with primary care and pharmacy services and is hosted by K.J. MacDonald Pharmacy.  Pharmacy staff have undertaken specialised training in preparation for providing this service and are supported by the NHS Substance Nurse.

Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership

01851 762022

The Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership (ADP) aims to prevent and reduce the harmful effects of alcohol and drugs in our community, to promote sustained recovery and deliver better outcomes for those affected.

Quit Your Way Hebrides

01851 701623 ext 2018/2019

We offer free, confidential, advice, help and support to anyone in the Western Isles who would like to QUIT smoking, as well as information on the full range of Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT). Our friendly advisors can help you increase your chances of success in quitting smoking.

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs

08080 10 10 11

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs is a national charity that supports anyone concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use in Scotland. We give listening support and information to many people and help them with confidence, communication, general wellbeing, and we link them into local support. We also help people recognise and understand the importance of looking after themselves.

The Caladh Trust

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A registered charity, based in Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula, seeking to reduce isolation and substance misuse and to help people, regardless of background or belief.

The Shed

01851 704557

The Shed is a youth & community facility opened in 2014 with a focus on helping people who are affected by drug and alcohol misuse. We also provide a safe and fun environment for young people at our youth club.