Addiction Family Support

The leading UK registered charity supporting people affected or bereaved by a loved one’s addiction. Helpline: 0300 888 3853

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Colin cycled 185 miles in memory of his dad, who passed away at 62 after a life affected by harmful alcohol use. He raised £1,025 to help families like his own.

The last photo is his dad as a boy, on a bike. 💚

#AddictionFamilySupport #FundraiserStory #YouAreNotAlone #

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"How do I make them stop?" It's the question so many families ask.

The honest answer: there's no single thing you can say or do. But there are ways to help. We answer this, and more, on our Your Questions Answered page.

🔗 https://t.co/y0ZRhgf4o5

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Meg and John lost their son Matt to harmful drug use. In his memory, they've chosen to leave a gift in their will to Addiction Family Support, helping make sure we're there for every family that needs us.

Find out more: https://t.co/fzLTmiaAzo

#LeaveAGift #GiftInYourWill

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If you're affected or bereaved by a loved one's harmful use of alcohol, drugs, or gambling, your mental health matters too. We're here, free of charge, 7 days a week.

📞 0300 888 3853 | https://t.co/Kbe4xHmIcf

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #EveryActionCounts

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You don't need to know what they're taking to know something is wrong.

We've answered this, and the questions families ask us most, on our Your Questions Answered page. Free, and there whenever you need it. 💚

👉 https://t.co/0NI0THbpPL

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We reviewed recent client feedback at Addiction Family Support.

The most common themes were powerful:

➡️ Feeling heard and understood
➡️ Compassion and kindness
➡️ Practical advice and guidance
➡️ Relief from isolation
➡️ Support during crisis

📞 Helpline: 0300 888 3853

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A huge thank you to the Newcastle Ukulymies, who raised £250 for us performing at supermarkets, care homes, and more! 🎶

We are so grateful. 💚

📞 0300 888 3853 | https://t.co/Kbe4xHmIcf

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It's World Health Day 2026. This year's theme? "Together for health. Stand with science." 💚

Our 5-Step Method is an evidence-based programme supporting people affected or bereaved by a loved one's harmful use of alcohol, drugs, or gambling.

#WorldHealthDay

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We were pleased to contribute to a new report on alcohol use in Buckinghamshire from @heartofbucks.

Read the report: https://t.co/a3hlf3QgSE

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It’s National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week.

➡️ 10,473 alcohol-specific deaths in the UK (2023)
➡️ 5,565 drug poisoning deaths in England & Wales (2024)
➡️ 7% of people affected by someone else’s gambling

If you’re affected, support is here.
📞 0300 888 3853

#NDAFW

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🎉 We are delighted to share that Addiction Family Support has been awarded a two-year grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation towards our core operating costs. Thank you, @WestonFdn

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“Would it be my mum, or the version of her when she drank?”

After losing her mum at 21, Hannah turned her experience into action and founded Soulful Co, focused on helping people feel less alone.

Learn more at https://t.co/RV7dkxjr3U

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Around 2.7% of adults in Great Britain are experiencing problem gambling, which is over 1.4 million people.

If you are affected by a loved one’s harmful gambling or struggling yourself, help is available.

📞 Helpline: 0300 888 3853

#ProblemGamblingAwarenessMonth

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At Addiction Family Support, we support anyone affected or bereaved by a loved one’s harmful use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. Around 800 people call our helpline every month.

👂 Listen
💬 Understand
🤝 Support

📞 0300 888 3853

#HelplinesAwarenessDay2026

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“From the beginning it was warm, welcoming and completely non judgemental. I felt understood straight away.”

Tony, from our latest case study on the impact of addiction on families.

Read the full story: https://t.co/QUuwbjmRmX

📞 0300 888 3853

#YouAreNotAlone

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Our Ambassador Keith Humphreys OBE PhD has been appointed to the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs.

The ACMD advises government on drug related harms and national policy. Keith joined the council on 1 February 2026.

Proud to have him as an Ambassador.

@KeithNHumphreys

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💬 Time to Talk Day 💬

If you are affected or bereaved by a loved one’s alcohol, drug or gambling use, our helpline is here.

📞 0300 888 3853

#TimeToTalk #TimeToTalkDay

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We’ve created a new space to remember loved ones who have died as a result of alcohol, drug or gambling use.

Each tribute is shared by someone bereaved by addiction and honours the life behind the loss.

Visit the page:
https://t.co/DdYgNpiEf5

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💚 Listening to families in Wokingham

We reviewed feedback from families who access Addiction Family Support.

✨ Up to 99% said our helpline helped
📞 Most would contact us again
🛡️ No safeguarding concerns or complaints reported

“You’re a star. Your advice was very helpful.”

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“What I’ve learned most is how powerful listening can be.”

Four of our helpline volunteers share what they’ve gained from supporting callers, from excellent training to developing empathy and confidence.

Apply to volunteer 👇
https://t.co/n0iTbUVOG5