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Alcohol and Other Drugs

Page updated on: 25/07/2024

Substance use is a complex problem that is influenced by a number of factors which are not always visible for people to see.

If you or family member are impacted by alcohol and other drugs or other harmful behaviour such as gambling or addictive behaviours.

The Substance Use and Recovery Team can help and support you if you are:

a permanent resident in Carmarthenshire
registered homeless in Carmarthenshire
an individual over the age of 18, who is worried about use of alcohol and other drugs
providing a caring role for someone using substances to problematic levels.

We can offer an assessment of your needs and work with you taking into consideration your situation and what is important to you.

We will help you to use your own strengths to resolve problems and promote independence.

Sometimes we work with other partnership agencies to help get you the support that you need.

How to access support

To access support contact us via phone on 01554 744343. (Monday to Fri 1pm-4pm).

Outside of these hours, you can contact Delta Wellbeing on 0300 333 2222 or the Wales Drug and Alcohol Helpline on 0808 808 2234.

How do I get support for someone under the age of 18 and using alcohol and/or other drugs

Choices are the Single Point of Contact for young people aged 18 or under and their concerned others. You can contact them on 01554 755779 or alternatively by visiting their website.

Who can I contact if I'm under 18 and concerned about a family member using alcohol and other drugs?

The Carmarthenshire Young Carers Team supports young people who are impacted by familial substance misuse. You do not have to have a direct caring role to access this service, as the impact of parental use can affect in many ways. To make a referral to this team, contact 01554 742630 Text 07812 475470 or email youngcarersservice@carmarthenshire.gov.uk

If you do not wish to make a referral and get an assessment, there are still a variety of organisations which can help you. Links below.

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Substance Use and Recovery Team

CASM

CASM

An independent organization based in South West Wales, dedicated to supporting those who care for a loved one who suffers from alcoholism or drug addiction.

CASM

Alcohol Change UK

Alcohol Change UK

If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, there is support available.

Alcohol Change UK

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous

AA is a community of people who come together with one aim: to stay sober, and help other alcoholics seeking help to stop drinking.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Dan 24/7

Dan 24/7

Talking to somebody about your drug or alcohol problem is the first step to resolving your problems. You can call DAN 24/7 on 0808 808 2234 anytime day or night and they will give you help and advice.

Dan 24/7

Rehab Cymru

Offer easy access to the best possible treatment for people who require intensive and specialised interventions to tackle their drug and alcohol use.

Rehab Cymru

SMART Recovery

SMART Recovery

Helps participants decide whether they have a problem, builds up their motivation to change and offers a set of proven tools and techniques to support recovery.

SMART Recovery

Adferiad

Cyfle Cymru

A service which helps people with substance use issues and/or mental health conditions into work, education or training.

Adferiad

ARA

ARA

A registered charity that helps people to recover from mental health, drug and alcohol and gambling problems. Their services are free, confidential and proven to help.

ARA

WEDINOS

WEDINOS

It can be hard to get accurate information and stay safe. WEDINOS tests substances to give individual users and others rapid and accurate information to reduce harms.

WEDINOS

Barod

Barod

Substance Misuse Service for adults in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire. Barod works with NHS Community Drug and Alcohol Teams for prescribing needs and Substance Misuse Teams which are social workers who provide vital support to vulnerable people.

Barod

Adfam

Adfam

Drug & alcohol use can threaten and ultimately destroy family relationships and wellbeing. Adfam empower family members and carers, support frontline workers and influence decision-makers to stop this happening.

Adfam

ARBD

ARBD

A network to raise awareness of alcohol related brain damage amongst healthcare professionals and the public through education and information to improve clinical outcomes.

ARBD

Investors in Carers

The Substance Use and Recovery team recognise the impact of caring for a loved one who is using alcohol/or other drugs. The teams work has been recognised by being awarded the IiC Carers Award (Silver).

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