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Introduction
A Guide to Services
What you can expect from services
Directory of Services
INTRODUCTION .......Back
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One of the most stressful experiences for relatives of drug misusers is not knowing where to go for help. There are a wide range of services but it is hard for people to work out which ones are appropriate and most likely to help.
South Yorkshire Parents and Drug Support (SYPADS) is a project set up by the four Drug Action Teams in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. SYPADS provides information and support to relatives and friends of substance misusers. Our work includes running the South Yorkshire Drugs Helpline for families and friends of drug users, providing support to self-help and community groups and the co-ordination of a South Yorkshire Parents Network.
This information pack is designed primarily for use as a reference source for new or existing support and community groups.
The pack is split into four sections:
A Guide to Services
This section describes the different types of services available.
What you can expect from services
We have explained the different types of treatment and interventions, giving a brief description of the drugs most commonly prescribed.
Directory of Services .......Back
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When someone is new to these problems they often do not
know where to go. Parents and drug users need to be pointed in the right
direction. This section lists all the local drug and alcohol services,
self-help and community groups as well as other national organisations.
A GUIDE TO SERVICES .......Back to Top
Where to go
Before you begin to think about seeking help for the drug user, you need to be sure that the drug user wants help themselves. Understandably, it is often the parent who is desperate for their son or daughter to stop using drugs, but for many drug users they do not perceive that they have a problem. Often, their main problem is how to get enough drugs or enough money to pay for them. It is only when the drug user is genuinely motivated to stop using, that treatment can be successful.
Motivation means that the drug user has recognised that they may have a problem and feel the need to do something about it, not just to please others, or to overcome a short-term crisis. Parents and others can help drug users to understand this by giving them the opportunity to talk without feeling pressurised. Most people have some motivation, but may need to build on it - it is not just a matter of will power.
The services described below are free, usually provided or funded by the NHS (or Social Services departments). Services and treatments vary from area to area but all are confidential and will not pass on information to employers police etc, or in some cases, Social Services departments. For that reason it is not always possible for drug workers to discuss you son's or daughter's treatment, without first obtaining their permission.
GPs
GPs are often the first point of contact for people with drug problems. All GPs should provide general medical services and health care for people with a drug problem. A limited number of GPs also provide treatment for drug users. Whether or not a GP provides such a service depends on the individual GP or the practice. You may find that your GP will provide a full service or they may prefer to refer you to one of the Community/Specialist services. One of the reasons that many GP's are reluctant to treat drug users is that they may see them as difficult and demanding and may also have had little experience of treating them.
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Street Agencies are usually organisations, providing a drop-in service for drug users. These agencies offer a range of services, including information, advice, counselling, group work, acupuncture, needle exchange and advice on safer injecting. In areas that have a number of services, they may be the initial access point for referral to other services. The different types of treatment offered are explained in section 'What you can expect from Services'.
Some agencies provide Outreach Services, these involve workers making direct contact with drug users on the streets and in the community. They are there to give advice and information about drugs and services.
Treatment Agencies/"Community Drug Teams"
These are teams of specialists, such as nurses, social workers and doctors, providing services for drug users. Some such services are accessible by "drop-in" , while others may require a referral from a GP. Many teams have links with mental health services (for example, by psychiatrists/psychologists in the team), as treatment for problem drug use has traditionally had close links with psychiatry, and some drug users may also have problems such as depression or anxiety.
In areas that only have one drug service, these combine the functions of street agencies and treatment agencies. They are usually accessible by "self-referral" or "drop-in" and can provide all the basic services of a street agency, as well as providing more complicated treatments. Different types of treatment offered are explained in section 'What you can expect from Services'
Some districts feel that it is important to keep young people and adults separate and have now set up separate services for young people. For details of age limits and addresses see section 'Directory of Services'.
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Injecting drugs is less common than other ways of using them, but it is the most hazardous. The major risks of injecting are overdose, infection from non-sterile injecting equipment, (including HIV and hepatitis) abscesses and gangrene by missing the vein when injecting and damage from other substances which may be mixed in with the drug, (usually by the dealer to add bulk to the drug). It is important, that if a person is injecting that they have as much information as possible to minimise the risk to themselves and others.
Whilst it is understandable that some people may see giving needles and syringes to drug users as condoning their behaviour, contact with such services can often be the first step towards addressing their problem. It also increases the chance of them staying healthier, so that they are less likely to have long-term health problems (which could last well after they have moved away from drug use).
Most drug services provide free syringes, condoms and information on safer injecting. Some pharmacies are part of needle and syringe exchange scheme. Participating pharmacies are identified by a special logo - a yellow circle with a yellow and green arrow. All needle exchanges also provide facilities for the safe return of used injecting equipment, some will give disposal bins to users which can be kept at home.
Residential Rehabilitation
Residential rehabilitation is an option for people who have tried other community-based forms of help to become and remain drug free, but without success. Programmes involve spending a period of several months (sometimes up to a year) in a specialist unit, often away from an individual's home area to break links with drug-using friends and associates.
Different units follow a variety of philosophies (some based on religious beliefs) but all provide structured programmes of psychological, educational and social therapies aimed at preparing drug users to achieve and maintain a drug-free life back in society.
A list of residential rehabilitation units and their philosophies is available through most drug agencies or the South Yorkshire Drugs Helpline.
Places on residential rehabilitation programmes are usually funded by the Social Services Department of the district where the drug user lives. Access to this funding will require a full assessment of an individual's needs and financial circumstances, which can usually be carried out by a social worker in a local drug agency. Funding for residential placements may not always be available for drug users who have not previously tried other locally available treatments.
Funding for places is in short supply and it could involve delays.
Community Rehabilitation Programmes
Community Rehabilitation is a home or community based service aimed at supporting drug users to come off drugs and remain drug free. The benefits of community rehabilitation is that people 're-learn' to live drug free in their own environment, and don't have to leave the area.
There are one or two of these programmes in South Yorkshire, access to them may be a bit quicker than residential rehabilitation.
Self Help and Community Groups
There are numerous self-help and community groups across South Yorkshire, offering support and information to drug users and their families. Some drug agencies run support groups for families.
Telephone Helplines
There are a number of helplines available, for both drug users and their families. These are listed within the section 'Directory of Services' or for further information ring:
SOUTH YORKSHIRE DRUGS HELPLINE .......Back
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Rotherham
(01709) 371222
Doncaster
(01302) 343757
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Different Treatments
Drug services vary from area to area, so do not expect all services to be exactly the same but all will offer similar treatment and services. Treatment usually attempts to do one of two things. It either attempts to stabilise the drug use to reduce the harm associated with it, or it helps the drug user to stop using drugs.
Sometimes it helps people to stabilise their use before
they try to cut down or stop using. Before any type of treatment or support
can be offered, the drug user will first need to be assessed. The assessment
will take into account: the general health of the drug user, their drug
taking history and their social environment.
Drug misuse is a complex problem with many factors affecting the drug
user's recovery. It is a learning process for the users, often with relapse
after relapse, and can be long-term. It is useful for families to bear
this in mind, and not become too despondent if treatment fails. It is
important, especially at this time for parents and other relatives to
get as much support as they can for themselves.
Described below, are some of the treatments likely to be offered, with explanations of what they involve.
Counselling
Counselling is an essential part of all treatment interventions and all agencies will provide it in some form or another. It gives the client an opportunity to talk and explore ways of living more resourcefully and towards greater well being. Counselling sessions vary between agencies, some are very structured, others involve a much more informal relationship.
Research has shown that very few interventions for drug users (such as prescribing medication) have any long-term benefit, unless accompanied by counselling.
Detoxification
Detoxification is the term used for ridding the body of drugs. If a person is using heroin regularly, they suffer unpleasant (although not life-threatening) withdrawal symptoms when they stop, which includes aches and pains, diarrhoea, agitation and insomnia.
"Symptomatic Detoxification" is when medication
is given over a period of time (usually less than 3 weeks) to relieve
the unpleasant symptoms associated with withdrawal. Medication such as
'methadone', or a drug called 'lofexidine' and tranquillisers may be prescribed
to help combat these symptoms. It usually takes place in a person's home.
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In-patient detoxification can take place in a special hospital ward, but more usually it is provided on a general psychiatric ward. Some residential rehabilitation units now do in-patient detox. Information about this is available from you GP or through your local drug services. It is usually provided after assessment by a specialist drug worker, and rarely as the first line of treatment.
The reasons for offering hospitalisation are usually social rather than medical. It can be helpful if the person is in an environment with other users that could hinder their treatment. Medical admissions are needed for barbiturate users, high dosage tranquilliser users and alcohol dependency, or when someone has developed a mental health problem due to their drug taking.
Methadone
Methadone is an opiate. This means it falls into the same group as heroin
and morphine, which come from the opium poppy. Methadone however, is a
man made drug; it usually comes in the form of green syrup to be drunk
or (very occasionally) ampoules for injecting.
Like heroin, methadone is a painkiller and can also produce a feeling of warmth and drowsiness. It does not however produce the same "high" as heroin but can take away the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms of heroin.
Used properly, methadone can be an effective type of treatment as many of the problems faced by users of heroin are a result of having to find the money to buy the drug. There are also health risks of using 'street' heroin, which is often contaminated by other substances or is of an uncertain strength. A prescription for methadone can help stabilise the heroin user's life and health. For some, methadone will be the start of a reduction programme over a period of several weeks or months. For others, they will receive a maintenance dose of methadone for a longer period.
Methadone however, is no less addictive than heroin. Many users say that it is more addictive and report that withdrawal lasts longer. It is also possible to overdose on Methadone, even a small amount could be fatal, particularly to a child. An overdose can also occur when someone takes more methadone than they are used to, when mixed with other substances, (particularly alcohol), or when they have a break from it and then start taking it again at an inappropriate dosage.
Lofexidine
Lofexidine (also known as Britlofex) is a non-opiate drug, prescribed to reduce opiate withdrawal symptoms. As lofexidine can occasionally affect blood pressure, patients have to be assessed and monitored by medical or nursing staff in the initial stages of the treatment. A course of treatment usually lasts for seven to ten days and is prescribed in conjunction with other drugs such as tranquillisers. Excessive doses of Lofexidine may cause dizziness/blackouts.
DF118
DF118 (Dihydrocodeine) is a mild-strength opiate drug. It is commonly prescribed for pain relief, and may also be used to alleviate opiate withdrawal symptoms. In some situations it may be prescribed as an alternative to methadone, but due to the high number of tablets that are needed to make an equivalent dose, this is not always easy to manage.
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Subutex is a relatively new treatment for opiate addiction. It is an opioid drug, meaning that, like methadone, it has some properties similar to heroin. However, some of its properties are more similar to those of naltrexone, in that it may block out some of the effects of other opiates (thus leading to a reduced effect of any heroin taken alongside it). The risk of overdose is also reduced.
It comes in tablet form; the tablets are unusual in that they must be placed under the tongue and dissolved (they will not work if swallowed). It is usually prescribed in the form of a reduction dose over several weeks, and is an alternative to lofexidine detoxification for those who have been on methadone for some time.
However, it is considerably more expensive that methadone, and at the current time it is only available at some special services. It should also be remembered that, like all other treatments, it is only as effective as the person taking it wants it to be and is not a magic cure-all.
Tranquillisers
The most commonly prescribed groups are called 'benzodiazepines' and include Valium (Diazepam), Librium (Chlordiazepoxide) and Temazepam. They are prescribed to treat some of the symptoms of withdrawal such as depression, anxiety and insomnia.
Tolerance to these drugs develops quite quickly, so it is easy to become dependent on them. Withdrawal effects can be unpleasant and can include sickness, headaches and anxiety. It is also possible to overdose on tranquillisers particularly when taken with alcohol.
Another group of tranquillisers are 'phenothiazines', such as Chlorpromazine (Largactil), and Thioridazine (Melleril). Although of limited use in the treatment of drug withdrawal, they are still frequently prescribed by some GPs.
Anti-Depressants
Anti-depressants are a group of drugs (such as 'Prozac' and 'Dothiepin') that help to reduce levels of depression and low mood, without causing a 'high'. They are not addictive, and may often be prescribed for several months. They are occasionally used with drug users if, after detoxification, they find it difficult to adjust to the changes in their life and are at risk of relapse. If they are prescribed, it should be borne in mind that they take at least two to three weeks to have an effect.
Naltrexone
Naltrexone ('Blockers') works by blocking the part of the brain responsible for producing the "buzz" from taking heroin or any other opiates, so if they are taken whilst taking Naltrexone they will have no effect. It is often used in conjunction with counselling in the period following symptomatic detoxification to help a person adjust to a drug-free life
To commence Naltrexone treatment an individual must have completed symptomatic detoxification, and be urine-tested to show that all opiates are out of their system.
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Although many users of stimulant drugs report that they find it very difficult to cut down or stop using, the withdrawal symptoms are more around an individual's body adjusting to difficult levels of activity and energy. They may also experience a strong psychological need to continue to take the drug.
For this reason, 'detoxification' in the way it is used for heroin withdrawal does not occur and prescribing of substitute drugs rarely, if ever, occurs.
However, drugs such as anti-depressants may help with restoring an individual's well being, and in cases where the level of use has caused feelings of anxiety, or even paranoia, a tranquilliser (often a 'phenothazine' rather than a 'benzodiazapine') may be prescribed.
Counselling and support with stimulant users is an essential part of helping them to adjust to a drug-free life
Complementary/Alternative Therapies
Acupuncture, Aromatherapy and Homeopathic remedies can be helpful for anyone who wants to reduce their drug use, stop using drugs altogether or for people who need extra help in remaining drug free.
Acupuncture
Ear acupuncture is available at some agencies and is claimed to be helpful for some people with drug use problems (including users of heroin, amphetamines, crack and alcohol), although the theory behind this is not fully understood or medically proven.
The treatment involves five small acupuncture needles being placed lightly in each ear on specific points that correspond to different organs in the body.
Homeopathic Medicines
Homeopathic treatment means 'Treating like with like' - It is a long-established form of treatment, often using herbal remedies. Homeopathic medicines can be used to help with drug use and related problems. Appointments are available at some agencies to see a qualified homeopath.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the controlled use of essential oils with
massage. It is particularly beneficial in aiding relaxation, relieving
anxiety, tension, muscle cramps and for pain control.
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Barnsley Drug and Alcohol Services
Unit 9/10
Burleigh Court
Burleigh Street
Barnsley
S70 14Y
Tel: 01226 779066
Services Provided
Provide services to people aged 18 or over with a drug or alcohol problem.
Access to Medical Services
Advice and Information
Counselling
Needle Exchange/Safer Injecting
Community Care assessments for residential rehabilitation
Auricular Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Group Work
Duty/Drop-in
Referral: Open
Opening Times:
Service Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Drop-in 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 pm-5.00pm
9.00 am-5.00 pm
Needle Exchange 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 pm--5.00
pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm
Services with out of hours appointment by arrangement:
AuricularAcupuncture 1.00pm -2.00pm 1.00pm -2.00pm 1.00pm -2.00pm 1.00pm
-2.00pm 1.00pm -2.00pm
Preparation for Detox Group 2.15pm -3.15pm
Relapse Prevention Group Weekly Rolling Programme
Hypnotherapy by appointment.
The Barn
22 Mayday Green
Barnsley
S70 1RD
Tel: 01226 280532
Referral: Open
Services Provided:
Services for young people aged 17 years and under with a drug or alcohol problem.
Advice and Information
Counselling
Counselling for parents/carers
Access to treatment
Relapse prevention
Assessment for residential rehabilitation
Auricular Acupuncture
Outreach
Needle Exchange
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9.00 am-7.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-7.00 pm 12.00 pm-5.00pm 9.00 am-5.00
pm
Parent's Support Group: First Monday in month.
Other services by appointment only
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19 William Street
Worsbrough
Barnsley
S70 5HA
Tel: 01226 779338
Referral: Will be considered from any source
Services Provided:
William Street project is a purpose built residential unit for people aged 18 years and over with an alcohol problem, whose needs cannot be met solely by community based services. The project can accommodate up to six people, including one person with mobility problems.
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9.00 am-3.00 pm 9.00 am-3.00 pm 9.00 am-3.00 pm 12.00 pm-3.00pm 9.00 am-3.00
pm
Refererrals from outside the Barnsley area are subject
to a weekly 'out of area' payment of £31.00.
Women's Project
c/o Barnsley Drug and Alcohol Services
Tel: 01226 244678
Pregnancy Helpline: 01226 213421
Referral: Self by phone
Other agencies can phone or write via Burleigh Court
Services Provided:
Women only project, offering support in a safe and secure environment
to any females who are experiencing problems from substance misuse - either
their own or their partners, as well as the associated social problems,
eg domestic violence.
The exact location of the service is not advertised in order to ensure it remains a safe environment.
Drop-in for informal chat with other woman with similar
problems (Tuesday 11.00 am-2.00pm)
Advice and counselling by women workers only
Well Woman Clinic
Ante and Post natal care
Keyworking
Needle Exchange Service for clients only
Access to Medical Services
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00 am-5.00 pm 9.00am-5.00 pm 9.00am -12.30pm+ Ansaphone
9.00am-5.00pm
Out of hours appointments can be arranged.
Specialist Pregnancy Service Ansaphone Ansaphone Ansaphone Ansaphone 10.00am-2.00pm
Informal Group Support 11.00 am-2.00 pm
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(in addition to Barnsley Drug & Alcohol Services)
Two Pharmacies within the Barnsley area offer a free and confidential needle & syringe exchange service as well as giving advice and information, these are:
Medichem, Lundwood Medical Centre, Lundwood
Clarkes Chemist, High Street, Penistone
Doncaster Drug Team
The Garage
37 Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN1 2EZ
Tel: 01302 730956
Referral: Open/Self
Services Provided:
Offers support to people aged 16 and over who have a drug problem.
Advice and information
Counselling
Needle Exchange/Safer injecting advice
Safer sex advice
Pre and post test counselling for HIV
In-patient/Community detoxification
Assessment for residential rehabilitation
Methadone prescribing
Relative and Carer support group
There is a waiting list in operation for treatment services
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Needle Exchange 2.00pm - 8.00pm 2.00pm - 8.00pm 2.00pm - 8.00pm 2.00pm
- 8.00pm 2.00pm - 8.00pm 9.00am - 1.00pm
Drop In 2.00pm -8.00pm 2.00pm - 8.00pm 2.00pm- 8.00pm 2.00am - 8.00pm
9.00am - 1.00pm
Midwifery Service 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Prescription Collection 2.00pm - 8.00pm
The Parents/Relatives support group is held on the first Wednesday of each month, please call for details.
Better Deal
c/o The Garage
37 Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN1 2EZ
Tel: 01302 730956
Contact: Andy Barrington
Referral: by statutory agency
Services Provided:
Offers support to young people under 16 years of age on young people's terms and within their local communities.
Needle Exchange
One to one counselling
Assistance and advice
Detoxification
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19 Hallgate
Doncaster
DN1 3NA
Tel: 01302 368705
Referral: Open
Services Provided:
Provides services to people of any age who think they have an alcohol problem.
Information
Alcohol Counselling
Social Support Group
Groupwork
Community Mental Health Nurses
Opening times:
Contact between 9.00am and 7.00pm Monday to Wednesday and between 9.00am and 4.00pm Thursday/Friday to arrange an appointment to discuss referral for all alcohol services in Doncaster
Fulwood Residential Project
Fulwood House
At Doncaster Alcohol Services
19 Hallgate
Doncaster
DN1 3NA
Tel: 01302 368705
Referral: Open/via Doncaster Alcohol Counselling Service
Services Provided:
Fulwood House is part of the Doncaster Alcohol Service. It is a residential project consisting of 2 semi-detached, 3 bedroomed houses for people aged 18 and over with an alcohol problem. More details available from the main service.
DONCASTER NEEDLE AND SYRINGE EXCHANGE SCHEMES
(In addition to the Garage)
Weldricks Pharmacies
143 Marshland Road
Moorend
Doncaster
DN8 4SU
Silver Street
Stainforth
Doncaster
DN7 5AA
Pharmacies participating in needle exchange are identified by a special
logo, (a yellow circle with a yellow and green arrow).
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Community Drug Team
1 + 2 Chatham Street
ROTHERHAM
S65 1DP
Tel: 01709 382733
Fax: 01709 304824
Referral: Open (self-referral encouraged)
Services Provided:
Advice and information
Counselling
Needle exchange/safer injecting advice
Community/Inpatient detoxification
Assessment for residential rehabilitation
Prescribing
Family Support Group
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Appointments and Telephone Contact 9.00am -1.00pm &2.00pm -5.00pm
9.00am -1.00pm + 2.00pm - 5.00pm 9.00am -1.00pm &2.00pm -5.00pm 9.00am
-1.00pm + 5.00pm - 7.00pm 9.00am -1.00pm &2.00pm -5.00pm
Drop-in/Needle Exchange 10.00am - 1.00pm + 2.00pm - 5.00pm 10.00am - 1.00pm
+ 2.00pm - 5.00pm 10.00am - 1.00pm + 2.00pm - 5.00pm 10.00am - 1.00pm
+ 5.00pm - 7.00pm 10.00am - 1.00pm + 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Family Support Group Tuesday, once a month 5.00pm - 6.30pm
Additional Information:
Drop-in (including self referrals) and needle exchange services are provided from the Drop-In Centre, at the opposite end of the Doncaster Gate Hospital site from Medway House.
Telephone contact for the drop-in is via the main Medway
number
01709 382733.
Parking for both buildings is available at Doncaster Gate Hospital.
Know the Score
24 Moorgate Street
Rotherham
S60 2DA
Tel: 01709 836047
Fax: 01709 363990
Referral: Open
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Services Provided to young people under 19 years of age
Advice and information surrounding alcohol and other substances
Counselling
Community based detoxification
Group Work
Needle Exchange/Safer Injecting advice
Prescribing
Assessment for rehabilitation
Outreach
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Drop-in 2.00pm - 6.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm 2.00pm - 6.00pm 2.00pm -5.00pm
2.00pm - 5.00pm
Appointments only 10.00am -1.00pm
Rotherham Community Alcohol Service
The Well Centre
228-230 Wellgate
Rotherham
S60 2PB
Tel: 01709 364804
Referral: Open
Services Provided
For people aged 18 and over concerned about their own
alcohol problem
Information, support and counselling
Help and support for people concerned about someone else's drinking
Home visits for disabled
Specialist work in primary care
Training for professional groups
Opening times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Office 9.00am -5.00pmEvening appointments available 9.00am -5.00pm 9.00am
-5.00pmEvening appointments available 9.00am -5.00pm 9.00am -4.30pm
Drop in assessments from 1pm-4pm Monday to Friday
ROTHERHAM NEEDLE AND SYRINGE EXCHANGE SCHEMES
(in addition to Medway House & Know the Score)
Weldricks Pharmacy
High Street
Maltby
Rotherham
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Rockingham Drug Project
117 Rockingham Street
Sheffield
S1 4EB
Tel: 0114 275 5973
Referral: Telephone, written or in person by family worker or self referral.
Services Provided:
RDP offers support to people over 18 years of age with a drug problem.
· Needs Assessment
· Advice and Information
· Counselling/Support
· Needle Exchange/Safer Injecting information
· Free condoms/Safer Sex
· Alternative: Auricular Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Homeopathy,
Shiatsu, Do-in Reflexology
· Medical Sessions
· Welfare Rights
· Arrest Referral Scheme
· Referral to detoxification
· Training for professionals
· Group Work
· Hepatitis B Vaccination
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Office 9.15am - 5.15pm 9.15am - 5.15pm 9.15am - 5.15pm 9.15am - 5.15`pm
9.30am - 6.00pm
Drop-in 2.00pm -4.30pm 2.00pm -4.30pm 2.00pm -4.30pm 2.00pm -4.30pm
Needle Exchange 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am
- 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm
Appointments only 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm 10.30am
- 5.00pm 10.30am - 5.00pm
The Needle Exchange and Appointments are closed between 1.00pm and 1.30pm
daily.
Community Health Sheffield
Specialist Substance Misuse Team
Norfolk House
4 Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JB
Tel: 0114 2716802
Referral: GP/Mental Health/Other Drug Services
Contact: Giz Sangha - Team Manager
People of any age who require specialist treatment, assessment or support
for a drug or alcohol problem, which cannot be routinely provided by General
Practitioners and other drug agencies.
Services provided:
Advice and Information
Clinical Treatments i.e. Naltrexone & Loxefidine
In patient/Community based detoxification
Assessment for residential rehabilitation
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Appointments only 9.00am - 5.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm 9.00am
- 5.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm
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Guernsey House
84 Guernsey Road
Sheffield
S2 4HG
Tel: (0114) 226 1844
Referral: GP/Other Drug Services
Contact: Dr Jenny Keen/ Dr Roger Smith
Services Provided:
Provide a service to adults with a heroin dependency. They offer a fast-track
referral and work closely with the drug users' GP. Provide ongoing support,
counselling and Hepatitis and HIV testing for clients registered with
the service. It is essential that people are registered with a GP in order
to access the service.
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9.00am - 5.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm 11.00am - 7.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm 9.00am
- 5.00pm
SHED Young People's Drugs and Alcohol Project
89-91 Division Street
Sheffield
S1 4GE
Tel: 0114 272 9164
Referral: Open
SHED offers services to young people under 19 years.
Services provided:
· Advice and Information about drugs and alcohol
· Counselling around drug and alcohol issues
· Drug Education to young people in schools/youth centres/other
groups
· Training for professionals
· Relapse prevention
· Preparation for Detox
· Support for young people with substance using parents
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Appointment Only 9.00am - 1.00pm1.30pm - 5.00pm 9.00am - 1.00pm1.30pm
- 5.00pm 9.00am - 1.00pm1.30pm - 5.00pm 9.00am - 1.00pm1.30pm - 5.00pm
9.00am - 1.00pm1.30pm - 5.00pm
Drop-in 2.00pm - 5.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm
SHED is closed between 1.00pm and 1.30pm daily.
Sheffield Alcohol Advisory Service
646 Abbeydale Road
Sheffield
S7 2BB
Tel: 0114 2587553
Referral: Open
Services Provided
SAAS provide information, advice and counselling to people over 17 years of age who are experiencing problems with alcohol. The service is also for families and friends of drinkers. Evening sessions are available 3 days a week. An outreach/satellite service is run weekly at Firth Park Advice Centre, Manor Clinic, Northlands Clinic and Pitsmoor Surgery. SAAS provides substance misuse training for volunteers and other organistaions.
SAAS also has a six bed dry house where people can live alcohol free. Continuing support is available after moving on to their own accommodation.
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12 Hartshead
Sheffield
S1 2EL
Tel: 0114 2796734
Referral: Open
Kickstart is a six month community rehabilitation programme for people
of any age with a drug problem.
Services Provided:
Advice and information
One to one Counselling for clients and family members
Community based rehabilitation programme
Group Therapy
Social Activities
Education/Training programmes
Ex Clients Support Group
Family Support Group
Crèche
Opening Times:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Office 9.30am -4.30pm 9.30am -4.30pm 9.30am -4.30pm 9.30am -4.30pm 9.30am
-4.30pm
Family Support Group 7.30pm -9.00pm 10.30am -12.00 noon
Client Support Group 7.00pm -9.00pm
Phoenix House Community Services Team
63 - 73 Commonside
Walkley
Sheffield
S10 1GF
Tel: 0114 2662519
Fax: 0114 2683747
Referral: mostly closed
The Phoenix House Community Services Team in Sheffield works in partnership with a wide range of local agencies including probation, social services, health and housing agencies to provide a range of specialist drug support and treatment services in the community. Referral to the team would normally be through contact with partner agencies but to obtain further information you may contact the Community Services Team at the above address or telephone number.
Phoenix House Adult Residential Service
229 Graham Road
Ranmoor
Sheffield
S10 3GS
Tel:
Enquires and Admissions 0114 266 9011
Residential Unit 0114 230 8230
Referral: Open
Services provided:
The Adult Residential Service provides a treatment and rehabilitation
programme in a therapeutic community environment for people aged 18 years
and over with a drug or alcohol problem. The rehabilitation programme
lasts approximately 8 months with a further 4 months spent in a separate
extended care 'Re-Entry' unit. For further details on the programme and
the referral process please contact the admissions team on 0114 266 9011.
Phoenix House Family Centre
29-31 Collegiate Crescent
Broomhall
Sheffield
S10 2BJ
Tel:
Referrals and Enquiries 0114 266 9011
Family Unit 0114 268 5131
Services provided:
The Sheffield Family Centre offers a 6 month therapeutic programme within a residential setting for parents over 18 years old who wish to address their problematic substance misuse and undertake rehabilitation whilst retaining care of their children. For further details contact the admissions team on 0114 266 9011.
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7-11 Cemetary Road
SHEFFIELD
S11 8FJ
Tel: 0114 2493700
Fax: 0114 2493703
Contact: Donna Linehan
This is an outreach service that aims to respond to the
needs of problematic drug users in black and ethnic minority communities,
their families, partners and carers.
The service provides advice, information, counselling, support, practical
assistance and referral to other appropriate drug services. In addition
it provides education and awareness on drug users.
SHEFFIELD NEEDLE AND SYRINGE EXCHANGE SCHEMES
(in addition to Rockingham Drug Project)
Boots the Chemist Ltd252-254 West StreetSHEFFIELDS1 4EU Associated Chemists61-65
The WickerSHEFFIELDS3 8HT
Adams Chemist150 CrookesSHEFFIELDS10 1UH Peak Pharmacy287 Prince of Wales
RoadSHEFFIELDS2 1FH
L. Rowland & Co827 Barnsley RoadSHEFFIELDS5 0QF
South Yorkshire Drugs Helpline
Tel:
01709 371222 (Rotherham)
01302 343757 (Doncaster)
A confidential service for Parents, Relatives & Friends of Drug Users across South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire Parents and Drug Support (SYPADS) c/o People United
4th Floor
Castle Market Buildings
Exchange Street
Sheffield
S1 2AH
Tel: 0114 276 7954
Contact: Madge Wilson
The project aims at developing support services for parents and carers of drug misusers, focusing on providing support and information to both new and existing groups across South Yorkshire. Established a Telephone Helpline for South Yorkshire Parents.
Partnerships to Reduce the Influence of Drugs (PRID)
c/o BNTL
Westbrook Court
2 Sharrowvale Road
Sheffield
S11 8YZ
Tel: 01246 291303
Contact: John Bennett
PRID provides information, training and support to new or existing groups dealing with the issues of substance misuse by young people across South Yorkshire.
SHEFFIELD
Al-Anon
Tel: 0207 403 0888 for details of local services.
Meetings are held at various locations in Sheffield.
Al-Anon is a support group for families and friends of problem drinkers.
Families Anonymous
Quaker Meeting House
10, St James Row
Sheffield 1
Tel: 0114 2397572
Contact: Ann
Meetings are every Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.00pm
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c/o Families and Friends
63-73 Commonside
Sheffield
S10 1GF
Tel: 07931 121 904
Contact: Pauline
Second Contact: Tracey at Families and Friends of Drug Misusers
Free and confidential self help group for relatives and friends of drug misusers. Meet every other Tuesday in the High Green area.
Families and Friends of Drug Misusers
63 - 73 Commonside
Sheffield
S10 1GF
Tel: 0114 267 895 or 0114 266 2519
Mobile: 07960 844 241
Contact: Tracey Ford
This is not in itself a self-help group, it is a project focusing on developing and supporting new and exisiting self-help groups across Sheffield. Hold information on services for Drug Users and their families.
Hope
c/o Families & Friends
63 - 73 Commonside
Sheffield
S10 1GF
Contact: Tracey Ford (Family & Friends of Drug Misusers)
Tel: 0114 267 895 or 0114 266 2519
Second Contact: Corrine Lakin
Tel: 0114 2346509
Contact the above for details of group meetings.
Families of drug misusers meet about once a month in the Crookes/Walkley area to talk about problems, support each other and talk about future issues of common concern.
Kickstart Family Support Group
c/o Kickstart
12 Hartshead
Sheffield
S1 2EL
Tel: 0114 2796734
Contact: Leigh Tooze/Joy Cooper
Provides support to relatives and friends of drug misusers.
Meetings are held every Monday at 7.30pm and every Friday at 10.30am- 12.30pm.
Lowedges, Batemoor & Jordanthorpe Drugs Forum
127 Lowedges Road
Sheffield
S8 7LE
Tel: 0114 237 2237
Email: lowsaffom@tinyworld.co.uk
Contact: Eddie Concannon
A forum which leads into a network of relevant statutory and voluntary agencies working in and around substance misuse.
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c/o Southey Green Library
Moonshine Lane
Sheffield
S5 8RB
Tel: 0114 2314443
Website: www.shefinfo.org.uk/roda
Email: roda@southey.fserve.co.uk
Contact: Joy Cooper
Free and confidential self help group for relatives and
friends of drug misusers.
Meet every other Wednesday at Ecclesfield. Support Unit 712, Wordsworth
Avenue, S5. One to one support and home visiting available.
Sheffield Eight Friends & Families of Drug Users (SEFFAD)
c/o Families and Friends
63-73 Commonside
Walkley
Sheffield
S10 1GF
Tel: 0114 267 895 or 0114 266 2519
Contact: Tracey Ford
An informal group - supporting friends and families of
drug users.
Meetings are held every other Thursday at Norton College Youth Club,
Norton College, Meadowhead, Sheffield 8.
Women On The Edge
c/o 204 Verdon Street
Sheffield
S3 9QS
Tel: 0114 2720747
Contact: Joan Williams
Supported self help group for mainly black women whose lives are affected by their partner's drug use.
North Sheffield Drugs & Alcohol Project
Margetson Surgery
1 Remmington Avenue
Sheffield
S5 9PA
Tel: 0114 226 4043
Contact: Andrew Stilborn
Community based partnership bringing together community development workers, education workers, clinical nurse specialists and manager to provide drug services at a local level. Services include: drug and alcohol education for young people, drugs training for local people, volunteers, professional workers.
TRANX GROUPS IN SHEFFIELD
Ecclesfield Tranx
Ecclesfield Neighbourhood Support Unit
712 Wordsworth Avenue
Sheffield 5
Tel: 0114 2465465
Contact: Alan
The group gives help and support to people aged 18 and over, with tranquilliser misuse problems. They also help people with anxiety, depression, panic attacks and agoraphobia.
Meetings are held on Tuesdays 10.00am - 12.30pm.
Flower Estate Tranx
Meeting details:
Every Wednesday at 2.00pm - 4.00pm
23 Beck Road
Sheffield
Sheffield 5
Tel: 0114 2460148
Contact: Maureen Taylor
The group provides self-help support for anyone who suffer from depression, anxiety, agoraphobia and to support withdrawal from tranquillisers and anti-depressants.
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Meeting details:
Every Monday 1.30pm - 4.30pm
113 Woolley Wood Road
Sheffield
S5 0UF
Tel: 0114 2403240
Contact: Lily Wilson
Support to anyone with tranquilliser problems, depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks and agoraphobia.
SUPPORT FOR USERS / EX-USERS IN
SHEFFIELD
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Tel: 0114 2701984 for details of Sheffield Groups
Meetings are held at various locations
AA is fellowship of men and women who support each other to recover from alcoholism. Meetings are held somewhere in the city most evenings.
Ex-Users Group
C/o Kickstart
12 Harthead
Sheffield
S1 2EL
Tel: 0114 279 6734
Contact: Leigh Tooze/Janet Bower
Meeting details:
Every Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.00pm
M.I.C. Groups
(Making It Clean)
c/o Sheffield Drug Action Team
Manor House
260 Ecclesall Road
Sheffield
S11 9PS
Contact: Jane Hayes User Involvement Worker
Tel: 0114 226 3082 or 07903 194 208
These groups are for ex-users who are re-adjusting back into a drug free life as well as current users in need of support.
M.I.C. meetings:
Manor Group
Meet every Wednesday 1.00pm - 3.00pm
At Stanhouse Centre on Queen Mary Road
This group is for current users.
North Sheffield Group
Meet every Monday 7.00pm - 9.00pm for ex-users
Meet every Thursday 2.00pm - 4.00pm for current users.
Lowedges, Batemoor and Jordanthorpe
Meet every Tuesday 1.00pm - 3.00pm for ex-users
At Rowlinson Youth Club in Norton College
Meet every Friday 1.00pm to 3.00pm for current users
At Greenhill and Bradway Youth Club
City Centre Group
Meet every Thursday for 6.30pm - 8.30pm
At the Quaker Meeting House (near the Cathedral)
This group is for ex-users or stabalised current users.
Narcotics Anonymous
Tel: 0207 730 009 (Area Helpline 24 hours) for details of Sheffield Groups.
Internet: www.ukna.org
NA is a support group for people whose drug use has become a problem, who want to stay off or stop using drugs.
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Al-Anon
Tel: 0207 403 0888 for details of Barnsley Groups
A support group for families and friends of problem drinkers.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Tel: 0114 2701984 for details of groups in Barnsley
Meetings are held at various locations
AA is fellowship of men and women who support each other to recover from alcoholism.
The Barn - Family Support Group
22 Mayday Green
Barnsley
S70 1RD
Tel: 01226 280352
For parents of users aged under 18.
Families Anonymous
Tel: 01226 725 404
A confidential self-help group for families and friends
of drug misusers.
Meetings held every Friday. Ring for further details.
DONCASTER
Doncaster Parents and Relatives Support Group
The Garage
37 Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN1 2EZ
Tel: 01302 730956
The Parents & Relatives Support Group is held on the first Wednesday of each month at The Garage. Please make contact with the above number for times.
Consibrough & Denaby Drug Awareness Group
Windmill Youth Centre
Windmill Avenue
Consibrough
Doncaster
DN12
Tel: 01709 867 575
Contact: Tony Sellars
This is a partnership of local people, local agencies and statutory organisations who are interested in tackling the problem of drug misuse in the area. The group aims to raise awareness about the drug problem in the area and to tailor pro-active initiatives in order to engage particularly young disaffected people into more mainstream activities.
The Move Project
Windmill Youth Centre
Windmill Avenue
Consibrough
Doncaster
DN12
Tel: 01709 867 575
Contact: Tony Sellars
The project aims to divert the most socially excluded and disadvantaged young people aged 13-19 away from the dangers of drugs by offering Karting facilities, including kart maintenance and computer technology.
Al-Anon
Tel: 0207 403 0888 for details of Doncaster Groups
A support group for families and friends of problem drinkers.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Tel: 0114 2701984 for details of groups in Doncaster
Meetings are held at various locations
AA is fellowship of men and women who support each other to recover from alcoholism.
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Tel: 0207 730 009 (Area Helpline 24 hours) for details of Doncaster Groups.
Internet: www.ukna.org
NA is a support group for people whose drug use has become a problem, who want to stay off or stop using drugs.
Moorends Drug Awareness and Support Group
The Bungalow
The Circle
Moorends
Doncaster
DN8 4LN
Tel: 01405 741601
Fax: 01405 741602
Website: www.bungalow.org.uk
Email: office@thebungalowproject.fsnet.co.uk
Contact: Sue Evans
This is a multi-agency community based service, involving local volunteers, Police, Probation, Housing, Education, Careers and Health services. The Bungalow is a base for many community projects aimed to combat the problems of drug misuse in the area. Projects include: arrest referral, drug rehabilitation, home detoxification and counselling.
ROTHERHAM
Parents Support Group
Rotherham Community Drug Team
Medway House
3 Chatham Street
Rotherham
Tel: 01709 382733
A monthly support group meeting for all parents of drug- misusers.
Maltby Drugs Awareness Group
c/o Edward Dunn Centre
Tickhill
Maltby
Rotherham
S66 7NQ
Contact: Ken Thompson Tel: 01709 815455
Eddie Concannon Tel: 01709 812568
This is a community group who work towards raising awareness of drug misuse in the Maltby area. They focus on providing support and information to individuals and groups concerned about drug misuse. They also help substance misusers to access services.
Al-Anon
Tel: 0207 403 0888 for details of Rotherham Groups
A support group for families and friends of problem drinkers.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Tel: 0114 2701984 for details of groups in Rotherham
Meetings are held at various locations
AA is fellowship of men and women who support each other to recover from alcoholism.
Narcotics Anonymous
Tel: 0207 730 009 (Area Helpline 24 hours) for details of Rotherham Groups.
Internet: www.ukna.org
NA is a support group for people whose drug use has become a problem, who want to stay off or stop using drugs.
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Barnsley Drug Action Team
27/29 Western Street
Barnsley
S70 2BT
Co-ordinator: Nina Smith
Tel: 01226 774959
Doncaster Drug Action Team
c/o Doncaster Health Authority
White Rose House
Ten Pound Walk
Doncaster
DN4 5DJ
Co-ordinator: Gail Stafford
Tel: 01302 320111
Rotherham Drug Action Team
c/o Rotherham Health Authority
Bevan House
Oakwood Hall Drive
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 3AQ
Co-ordinator: Ann Charlesworth
Tel: 01709 302097
Sheffield Drug Action Team
Manor House
260 Ecclesall Road
Sheffield
S11 9PS
Co-ordinator: Pene Rowe
Tel: 0114 2263081
South Yorkshire Police Drug Squad
Snig Hill
Sheffield
S3 8LY
Tel: 0114 2523337
NATIONAL SOURCES OF HELP AND INFORMATION
DRUGS
Adfam
5th Floor
Epworth House
25 City Road
London
EC1Y 1AA
Tel: 0207 928 8898
Helpline: 0207 928 8900
Internet: www.rexsoft.com/adfam.htm
Open: Monday - Friday 10.00am-5.00pm
Provides a confidential support and information helpline for families and friends of drug users. In addition information and training to individuals and support groups.
ACE (Advisory Centre for Education)
1c Aberdeen Studios
22, Highbury Grove
London
N5 2DQ
Tel: 0207 354 8321
Helpline for school exclusion information 0207 704 9822
This is an independent national advisory centre. They provide confidential advice to parents on any school related issue, including bullying, health and safety, drugs and exclusions.
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Waterbridge House
32-36 Loman Street
London
SE1 0EE
Tel: 020 7928 1771
Internet: www.drugscope.org.uk
Provide balanced and up-to-date drug information to professionals and the public, conduct research and develop policies on drugs and drug-related issues, promote humane and effective ways of responding to drugs and drug use, encourage informed debate and provide a voice for over 800 member bodies working on the ground.
Families Anonymous
Tel: 0207 4984680 for details of local groups
Internet: www.famanon.org.uk
Monday to Friday 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Operates self help groups around the country for families and friends
of people with drug related problems.
LIFELINE
Tel: 0800 716 701 (Monday - Friday 4.00pm - 8.00pm)
Internet: www.lifeline.org.uk
Free confidential helpline for relatives and friends of drug users.
Narcotics Anonymous
Tel: 0207 730 009 (Area Helpline 24 hours)
Internet: www.ukna.org
for details of local meetings
NA is a support group for people whose drug use has become a problem, who want to stay off or stop using drugs.
NATIONAL DRUGS HELPLINE
Tel: 0800 776600
Free confidential advice about drugs all day, every day.
PADA
14 Church Parade
Ellesmere port
South Wirral
L65 2ER
Tel: 0151 356 1996
Internet: www.btinternet.com/~padahelp/info.html
Provide information and support to families affected by drug misuse, including training, research and education, as well as support and advice to parents whose children have been excluded from school.
PADA Helpline
Tel : 08457 023 867
Internet: www.btinternet.com/~padahelp/info.html
A confidential service to families of drug users, all day every day.
RELEASE
388 Old Street
London
EC1V 9LT
Tel: 0207 729 9904
Internet: www.release.org.uk
Provide information and advice on drug use and legal issues.
Open 10.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
Out of hours helpline 0207 603 8654.
NATIONAL SOURCES OF HELP AND INFORMATION
ALCOHOL
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Tel: 08457 697 555 (this number diverts to local AA groups)
Meetings are held at various locations
AA is fellowship of men and women who support each other to recover from alcoholism.
Alcohol Concern
Tel: 020 79228667
Provides general information about alcohol and alcohol services
Al Anon Family Groups
Tel: 0207 403 088 (for local services)
Run self help groups for people whose lives are affected by someone else's drinking
Drinkline
Tel: 0800 917 8282 Monday - Friday 11.00am - 7.00pm
Confidential information and advice about alcohol and services.
©Copyright 2001 SYPADS
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South Yorkshire Parents and Drugs Support (SYPADS)
c/o People United
4th Floor
Castle Market Building
Exchange Street
Sheffield
S1 2AH
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