Services for Families
The organisations on this page can offer a wide range of support services and advice to adults, click on the following links to find out more about each service.
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Al-Anon Family Groups
People affected by a family members problem drinking come together to share experiences and offer support to one another.
Tel: 0800 0086 811
EMail: helpline@al-anonuk.org.uk
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Caithness Family Support Group
Caithness Family Support Group offers advice and information to those who may have someone in their life with problematic drug or alcohol issues. They offer strictest confidence at all times to those who would like to ask for their support.
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Caithness Mental Health Support Group
Caithness Mental Health Support Group aim to promote mental wellbeing and reduce social isolation by providing a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where individuals can connect, grow in confidence, and access meaningful support and activities that enhance their quality of life. The group run two centres; one in Wick, and the other in Thurso.
The Haven, Bankhead, Wick, KW1 5LB
Tel: 01955 605264
Stepping Stones, Riverside, Thurso, KW14 8BU
Tel: 01847 892177
EMail: info@cmhsg.org
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Ewen’s Room
Ewen’s Room provides support to those experiencing mental health problems, whilst actively seeking to challenge the associated stigma. A number of services are offered to support young people and adults resident in Lochaber, and beyond.
Tel: 01967 401130
EMail: info@ewensroom.com
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Families Anonymous
Families Anonymous offers help to the family and friends of people with a current, suspected or former drug problem by providing mutual support and a forum where experiences and anxieties can be shared. Meetings are offered face-to-face as well as online
Tel: 0207 4984 680
Email: office@famanon.org.uk
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Know the Score
Know the Score gives facts about drugs including information on the different types of drugs, problems associated with using drugs, criminal implications and advice on what to do in an emergency situation. Support is offered to individuals who are concerned about their own drug use, someone else’s, or their child.
Tel: 0800 587 5879
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Lochaber Hope
Lochaber Hope are a registered charity in Fort William, offering mental health support, and personal development opportunities, to everyone in Lochaber.
Tel: 01397 704836
EMail: admin@lochaberhope.org.uk
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Nar-Anon UK
Nar-Anon is a 12-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted relative or friend using their Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions programme of Recovery. Nar-Anon UK is run by its members, with each group set up by the family and friends of addicts offering compassion, support, and practical insights into all aspects of this challenging experience.
Virtual meetings run on a Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
- Email: info@nar-anon.co.uk
- Telephone: 0845 5390 193
- Website: NAR-ANON UK
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Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs (SFAD)
Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs (SFAD) supports families affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use by providing information and advice to help them with confidence, communication and general wellbeing. Families are also directed to local support groups.
Tel: 08080 101 011
Email: helpline@sfad.org.uk
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Smoke Free Highland
On the Smoke Free Highland website you can find information about:
- thinking about stopping smoking or vaping.
- wanting to help or encourage someone you know to stop smoking.
- wanting to make your home and car smoke-free.
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WithYou – Highland Hub
WithYou provide free and confidential services, without judgement, to people facing challenges with drugs and alcohol. If you have questions, need advice, or just want to talk, we’re WithYou.