What to do if you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol or drugs. This is sometimes called substance misuse.
The Brighton & Hove Recovery Service, Change Grow Live, offers recovery-focused drug and alcohol support. The service also offers support to families and carers. Find out more about the Brighton & Hove Recovery Service, Change Grow Live.
To refer yourself to the service:
Oasis Project is a women-only service for women struggling with substance use. You can find out more about the Oasis Project.
To refer yourself to Oasis Project or phone 01273 696 970 or make a referral to the Oasis Project online.
Ru-ok? offers free, confidential help for people under 18 years old. You can:
You can talk to your GP about any worries you have and discuss ways to support yourself. Your GP can refer you to other local services.
You can use our Health and Adult Social Care directory to find other local support.
You can find out more about safe drinking guidelines and download the NHS Drink Free Days app to track your alcohol intake.
The Healthy Lifestyles Team can help you find support to make lifestyle changes including:
Read our new six-year Drug and Alcohol Strategy 2024 to 2030 - Reducing Harm from Drugs and Alcohol. This strategy sets out our whole-city approach to reducing harm, saving lives, and changing attitudes towards substance use.