We back @UK_AHA's call on government and urge for action to combat the growing number of deaths from alcohol.
You can read their full response to the alcohol-specific deaths report here:
https://t.co/QVIAjIiSX5
"Nitazenes are not going to be stopped until we get this word out."
Matt spoke about his experience with synthetic opioids which can be at least as strong as fentanyl.
Shown on BBC Breakfast, read more about the spread and danger of nitazenes 👇
https://t.co/0LTNtUiJw8
"Recovery isn’t easy by any means, but I found that I was integrating into a culture that provides a positive platform for self-belief."
In this week’s #BelieveInPeople story John explains how volunteer training helped his recovery.
Read his full story:
https://t.co/d9r8eNKVOU
Join us for our professionals coffee morning on Wednesday 27th of March where you will have a chance to meet the team, see the service and have a cuppa.
This is open to all partner agencies in the Swindon area. ☕
You can find us at Temple Chambers, 4 Temple St, Swindon SN1 1SQ
“I feel that we all have it within ourselves to change another person’s life.”
For this weeks #BelieveInPeople post we spoke to Loren who explains how her recovery from illness inspired her to change her direction. Read her story here 👇
https://t.co/XtdYzf69Qv
Join us in the service this Friday the 1st of March for our Men's only coffee morning. This is the perfect opportunity to meet with peers, talk about your mental health and get support from staff in a relaxed, supported environment. Pop in between 3pm - 5pm.
#peersupport
Affinity Housing Drop in Mornings in the Community Cafe @ WCDA
Come & Meet the Team Housing officers will be onsite to help or answer any queries
More details here:
https://t.co/g0J9efbf0z
https://t.co/g0J9efbf0z
"My son told his friends I'm in recovery. And he said it's because “I'm proud of you mum”.
This week's #BelieveInPeople story, we spoke to Shauna about how important it is to believe in yourself and others.
Read Shauna's story on our website:
https://t.co/ss46IjsASl
⚠️#DrugAlert: Vapes containing synthetic cannabinoids (SCRA - Spice)
Vape pens containing a synthetic cannabinoid often known as Spice have led to people being taken to hospital in London recently. (1/4)
Nitazene self-test strips are now on their way to all Change Grow Live drug and alcohol services! With priority given to areas where nitazenes may be more prevalent, all services will be able to restock their tests regularly and offer you support. 💜
This Friday we are holding a men's only coffee and chat in the service. Find us at Temple Street, 4 Temple Street, Swindon SN1 1SQ.
#recoveryispossible#coffeandchat
We have some exciting new volunteer vacancies in our Swindon service. If you would like to find out more then visit our website where you can find all our vacancies listed.
https://t.co/OF5OU0ofXy
.@LuckySaintBeer are launching their ‘Thou Shalt Go To The Pub’ campaign in partnership with Mitchell & Butlers and giving away 10,000 free pints of Lucky Saint.
Read more about their campaign and how to enjoy the pub whilst participating in #DryJanuary: https://t.co/YDoxje2OR0
It's a new week and you might be needing some #MondayMotivation to keep you going this #DryJanuary!
In what feels like the depths of winter, we can be a little harder on ourselves but just by taking part you're doing so much better than you think!💛
“I don't even consider myself to be in recovery anymore”.
In today’s #BelieveInPeople story, we spoke to Simon, a Recovery Worker at Change Grow Live, who shared how he is now in his dream job.
Read Simon’s story at: https://t.co/2122dice34
Congratulations you're one week alcohol-free!🥳
You might be starting to see changes on the surface – no hangover, more energy, brighter skin – but what’s going on inside your body one week into your booze-free journey?🤔
Find out more in our blog: https://t.co/aeDqASIou5
We are looking for a IPS Employment Specialist. The role will help people in community treatment for substance use to find and sustain paid, preference matched, employment. Click the link to find out more.
https://t.co/PjnAsYu1M0
⭐📢 Read about the amazing work being done in Swindon by our Service User Involvement Lead, Naomi Moore alongside @CGLSwindon and @EmergingFCiC.
https://t.co/lGYgvWmVFY
If you have reached your treatment goal or are abstinent and looking to get back into work, please come and speak to a Seetec worker at Change Grow Live.
Seetec will be providing a drop in service at CGL every Wednesday from 1:30pm till 5pm
https://t.co/8BX4KtNutv