Drink or drugs taking over
You don't need it all figured out before you call. Whether it's you or someone close to you, these lines are free and won't judge.
Recovery groups are run by people who've been there.
Who can help
Free and confidential. The cards show what's open right now, in UK time.
Drinkline
0300 123 1110Free, confidential advice about drinking, for you or someone you're worried about.
FRANK
0300 123 6600Honest information and advice about drugs, for you or someone you're worried about.
Alcoholics Anonymous
0800 9177 650Answered by AA members who can put you in touch with local and online meetings. Email help@aamail.org.
Narcotics Anonymous
0300 999 1212Recovering addicts helping each other stay clean. Face-to-face and online meetings across the UK.
Al-Anon
0800 0086 811For anyone affected by someone else's drinking, whether they're still drinking or not.
Samaritans
116 123For anyone struggling to cope. You don't need to be suicidal to call.
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Good to know
- If someone has collapsed, can't be woken or is struggling to breathe, call 999 straight away.
- If you drink heavily every day, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Speak to your GP first.
- Your GP can help you find local drug and alcohol services.
- If it's someone else's drinking, Al-Anon is for you, whether or not they want help.
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