Sources of help
Sources of Help
If anything here feels familiar or has affected you, these organisations may be able to help.
If you drink heavily or regularly and think you may be physically dependent, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Speak to a doctor or local alcohol service for medical advice.
This website provides general information, not medical advice. If there is immediate danger, call 999. For urgent medical advice that is not an emergency, use NHS 111.
NHS / GP or local alcohol service
Starting point for medical advice and local treatment referral.
Visit official siteAlcoholics Anonymous Great Britain
Twelve Step fellowship meetings, in person and online.
Visit official siteSMART Recovery UK
Cognitive behavioural, self management meeting programme.
Visit official siteLifeRing Secular Recovery
Secular peer support with no prescribed programme.
Visit official siteAlcohol Change UK
Information, guidance and research on alcohol harm.
Visit official siteAl-Anon UK and Eire
Support for families and friends affected by somebody's drinking.
Visit official siteNacoa
Support for children of alcohol dependent parents, at any age.
Visit official siteSamaritans
Listening support for anyone struggling to cope.
Visit official site