Links: National and Useful Organisations

This section includes alcohol organisations covering all England and Wales as well as useful contacts of organisations in other fields or with a campaigning, policy development or information role.

 

If you are looking for local service information - for example alcohol information and advice services and treatment agencies - please go to our Alcohol Services Directory.

 

Organisation	Website address
Adfam National National organisation working with families affected by drugs and alcohol. Provide a range of publications and resources for families about substance use and about criminal justice and operate an online message board and searchable database of local ... More »	www.adfam.org.uk
Adult Children of Alcoholic and Dysfunctional Families Volunteer run network of self-help groups using the 12 step model of recovery to help adults come to terms with dysfunctional childhood experiences. All meetings aim to provide mutual support. Call the main number for contact details of local groups.... More »	www.acauk.org
Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Education (TACADE) In-service training body for teachers and professionals on drug and alcohol education. Produces teaching materials and other publications. Provides support around health issues locally and nationally for professionals, including teachers, youth worke... More »	www.tacade.com
Al-Anon Family Groups and Alateen Self-funding, voluntary fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experiences with each other in locally held group meetings and through telephone support to help solve their common problems. Groups work on a principle of anon... More »	www.al-anonuk.org.uk
Alcohol Concern National charity working with statutory and voluntary agencies to develop and improve alcohol treatment services, increase awareness of alcohol misuse and bring about a reduction in alcohol related problems. Information service provides general infor... More »	www.alcoholconcern.org.uk
Alcohol Education and Research Council National organisation working to increase awareness of alcohol issues and facilitate a reduction of alcohol related harm in society. The Council was established by the Government in 1982 by an Act of Parliament to administer the Alcohol Education and... More »	www.aerc.org.uk
Alcohol Focus Scotland Information and advice for people concerned about their own or someone else's drinking, and for professionals. Provides general information on alcohol and sensible drinking. Gives details on where to get counselling and support for alcohol related pr... More »	www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk
Alcoholics Anonymous National office supporting a national network of local Alcoholics Anonymous groups. Groups are formed by voluntary fellowships of men and women who are alcoholics and who help each other to achieve and maintain sobriety by sharing experiences and giv... More »	www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy Produce a directory of counselling resources in the UK, also available on the website. Will send out a list of counsellors and therapists in a particular area on receipt of an SAE. Accreditation for counsellors, supervisors, trainers and training cou... More »	www.bacp.co.uk
Broadreach Day Service Structured day services for adults aged 18 and over experiencing problems with alcohol or drugs. People must be alcohol free when attending groups and appointments. Care planned 12 week programme includes support groups and group therapy, relapse pre... More »	www.broadreach-house.org.uk
Campaign Against Drinking and Driving (CADD) Support for the families of people who have been killed or injured by drunk and irresponsible drivers. Helpline for bereaved and injured people only. Also carries out campaigning work. Workshops offered to schools, prisons, Probation service. More »	www.cadd.org.uk
Cruse Bereavement Care - Head Office Central office for Cruse providing support services for people who have been bereaved. Helpline offering listening support and practical advice on bereavement related issues. Puts people in touch with local Cruse branches that provide a range of serv... More »	www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk
Drinkaware Trust National campaigning and information organisation working to positively change public behaviour and the national drinking culture, to help reduce alcohol misuse and minimise alcohol related harm. May provide project aid for local and national initiat... More »	www.drinkawaretrust.org.uk
Drinkline Helpline providing advice and information for people with alcohol problems and anyone concerned about alcohol misuse. Advice on sensible drinking and information on services to help people cut down on thier drinking. Leaflets and literature available... More »	www.knowyourlimits.gov.uk
DrugScope Independent centre of expertise on drugs. Information on all aspects of drug misuse. Publishes a wide range of material aimed at professionals, researchers, policy makers and drug users. Resources include Drugdata, a searchable database of drugs lite... More »
European Association for the Treatment of Addiction Umbrella organisation for the independent drug and alcohol treatment and aftercare sector, representing services throughout the continuum of care. Works with providers, referrers, commissioners and policy makers to improve access and quality in the r... More »	www.eata.org.uk
Family and Friends Freephone helpline providing telephone counselling support, information and education for the families, friends and carers of people affected by substance misuse. Facilitated support groups, face-to-face counselling and drop-in service. More »	www.familyfriends-drugs.org.uk
Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals Professional body for the substance use field, working to help improve standards of practice across the sector. Sets professional standard and provides training and events. Provides competence-based certification for practitioners. Website lists memb... More »	www.fdap.org.uk
Homeless Link Membership body for organisations and individuals working with homeless people across England. Provide information, advice and training, develop networks, undertake research, broker resources and lobby for change. Members include day centres, resettl... More »	www.homelss.org.uk
Hope UK National Christian organisation working with the community and voluntary sector to provide education to children on the dangers of drink. Staff and voluntary drug educators provide talks and training across the UK. Produces and distributes literature... More »	www.hopeuk.org.uk
Institute of Alcohol Studies National organistation publishing informatation, education and research material on alcohol issues. Provides courses and hosts seminars on alcohol control policies. Publishes a monthly journal digest. Library and study centre. More »	www.ias.org.uk
Lawcare Advisory service for solicitors, barristers, barristers' clerks, members of ILEX, judges, staff of lawyers, and families, dealing with health problems and related emotional difficulties. Advice on work related stress or depression, family or financia... More »	www.lawcare.org.uk
Medical Council on Alcohol Membership organisation of individuals and organisations with a professional interest in alcohol and alcoholism, including the medical profession. Provides and educational and advisory role within medical professions. Provides the voice of the medica... More »	www.medicouncilalcol.demon.co.uk
Mind National office and network of 200+ local Mind associations. Works to promote the interests of people suffering from mental distress and campaigns for better mental health services. Information line, legal advice and publications. Conference and trai... More »	www.mind.org.uk
Narcotics Anonymous London Helpline and regular self help meetings for addicts who have a desire to stop using drugs or alcohol and who wish to support each other in remaining drug-free. More »	www.ukna.org
National Addiction Centre Network of clinicians, researchers, scientists and clinical teachers concerned with work aimed at preventing and treating substance misuse. Publishes the monthly journal 'Addiction'. More »	www.nice.org.uk
National Association for Children of Alcoholics Helpline providing information, advice and support for children of alcoholics and those concerned with their welfare. More »	www.nacoa.org.uk
National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) Umbrella body for the voluntary sector in England. Provide information and advice through the helpdesk, publications and networks. Represent the interests of member organisations to the government, the Charity Commission etc. The helpdesk can signpos... More »	www.ncvo-vol.uk
National Domestic Violence Helpline Helpline for women experiencing physical, emotional or sexual violence in the home. Advice, information and support. Can refer callers to local refuges and emergency and temporary accommodation across England. Run in partnership between Women's Aid E... More »
National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome UK (NOFAS-UK) Helpline providing advice, support and information for anyone affected by or concerned about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, a lifelong disability resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure. Advice for pregnant women concerned about their own drinking... More »	www.nofas-uk.org
National Treatment Agency Head office of the National Treatment Agency, a special health authority created by the Government in 2001 to improve the availability, capacity and effectiveness of treatment for drug misuse in England. Regional teams based in each of the nine gover... More »	www.nta.nhs.uk
NHS Direct Helpline providing healthcare advice and information for the public. Callers can speak directly to experienced nurses who answer worries or questions on health care. Assists callers in making the right healthcare choice. Can give information on local... More »
NSPCC - Child Protection Helpline National 24 hour helpline for anyone concerned about a child at risk of abuse, including children themselves. Counselling, information and advice from qualified social workers. Can make referrals to social services, the police or local NSPCC teams. A... More »	www.nspcc.org.uk
Parentline Plus 24 hour freephone helpline for anyone involved in caring for children. Listening, support, information and guidance on all issues of concern. Parent Together groups and workshops for parents to share ideas and learn new skills. Website containing a r... More »	www.parentlineplus.org.uk
Phoenix Futures Specialist treatment services for drug and alcohol users across the UK. Community day services across the UK. Supported housing and residential rehabilitation centres for individual adults and families. Adult rehab centres in London, Hampshire, Sheff... More »	www.phoenixfutures.org.uk
Rehabilitation for Addicted Prisoners Trust (RAPt) Intensive substance abuse treatment programmes for prisoners with addiction problems in 9 prisons across England. Treatment based on 12 step abstinence model. Programmes include advice and information on alcohol issues, assessment, individual counsel... More »	www.rapt.org.uk
Relate - Head Office Co-ordinates Relate centres in England, Wales and Northern Ireland offering relationship support to people with relationship difficulties, married or not. Some offer sex therapy and mediation. Payment based on income. Relate Direct on 08451 304016 to... More »	www.relate.org.uk
Salvation Army National charity providing a range of services across the UK, including hostels for homeless people, drug and alcohol services and some detox services. More »	www.salvationarmy.org.uk
Samaritans - Head Office Helpline offering emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. Support also by email and letter (PO Box 90 90, Stirling FK8 2SA). Face-to-face meetings at local offices ... More »	www.samaritans.org
Shelter National organisation campaigns on housing issues for people who are homeless or badly housed. Undertakes research on housing issues and lobbies Parliament. Legal unit for housing advice. Network of Housing Aid Centres provide advice and advocacy ser... More »	www.shelter.org.uk
SMART Recovery Nationwide, non for profit organisation offering free support groups, including online groups, to individuals who want to gain independence from any type of addictive behaviour. Provides a free internet message board discussion group. Sells publicati... More »	www.smartrecovery.co.uk
Turning Point Social care orgaisation providing services for people with complex needs across a range of disability issues, including residential rehabilitation and advice and support. Substance misuse treatment services. Mental health and learning disabilities se... More »	www.turning-point.co.uk
Victim Support - National Office National charity for victims of crime. Local schemes offer information and support to victims of crime, witnesses, their families and friends, whether or not it has been reported and regardless of when it happened. Crown Court Witness Services operat... More »	www.victimsupport.org.uk