Change Grow Live Barking & Dagenham

We aim to make support more accessible for those in need and remove the stigma of substance misuse issues. Part of the charity @changegrowlive.

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#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2024 #ReclaimingNarratives

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Meeting different people and being part of their journey onto a better quality of life is so rewarding. I am extremely grateful as this opportunity has saved me and positively allowed me to change my future.
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Donna's Story:
I have been a stay at home mum for over 25 years and joined CGL as a volunteer over 18 months ago. I joined the service to gain experience in the workplace as being out of the workplace for so long was always a big negative when applying for employment.

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I moved to sessional work as a Recovery worker nearly a year ago and I have continued to gain so much knowledge, skills and experience. I thoroughly enjoy the role. I love listening to people's stories, supporting and motivating them.

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Stephany's story:

My journey as a volunteer started with St Luke's Drug and Alcohol service, where I am currently a Recovery Support Volunteer.

In this role I support the Criminal Justice Team in bridging clients being released from prison into the local community,

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I have also met the most inspiriting people who dedicate their all within St Luke's service, as without them, I would have felt completely overwhelmed. Being able to work with such motivating group of people, encourages me every-day to better myself so that I am able to give back

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It’s Volunteers’ Week!

Our volunteers are amazing, and we couldn’t do what we do without them.

We would like to say a massive thank you to all of them and the work they do.

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European Hep C Testing Week is a week dedicated to encouraging people to get tested for Hepatitis C and breaking stigma around testing and treatment.
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For a lot of people substance use and mental health go hand in hand Some people try to use alcohol or drugs to change the way they feel or avoid unpleasant thoughts. Alcohol and drugs can sometimes make the problem worse and cause other issues later on
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Whether you've been working over the festive period or it's your first day back today, it can feel quite tiring at this time of year. Remind yourself of those all-important benefits to keep you motivated during #DryJanuary!

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SERVICE UPDATE - OPENING HOURS:
MONDAY 25TH DEC - CLOSED
TUESDAY 26TH DEC - CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 27TH DEC - OPEN 9.30 AM - 5PM
THURSDAY 28TH DEC - OPEN 9.30 AM - 5PM
FRIDAY 29TH DEC - OPEN 9.30 AM - 5PM
MONDAY 1ST JAN - CLOSED
TUES 2ND JAN - OPEN 9.30 AM - 7.30pm

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Thank you @CityYearUK for inspiring our clients in tackling loneliness though a collaborative art project.

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Save The Children Xmas Jumper day
A HUGE Thank you to all of your contributions today…….We raised a whooping £105!!!
Xmas Hamper Raffle = £41
Christmas Jumper Gift Aid Donations = £28
Cake Sale= £26
Bring & Buy 50p sale=£10
100% of our money raised will go to support children

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SMART Recovery in London

UK SMART Recovery would like to thank our SMART Facilitator Carol Bull for promoting SMART Recovery at CGL St Lukes in London during Recovery Month.  We loved to see our volunteers talking about the benefits of SMART Recovery. @UKSMARTofficial