I think someone I know may have a problem with drugs and/or alcohol, what help is available?

If you are concerned about someone you know, contact your local social work office to find out about our drug and /or alcohol services and to speak to our substance misuse team.

You can apply for this service if you are in need of help and support because of your dependency on drugs and / or alcohol, and you want to do something about it.

Treatment is given to those who most need it first. We also have specialist social workers who will work with people vulnerable to drugs and alcohol misuse, such as homeless people.

Carers, friends and relatives may also be able to get support and advice.

 

Voluntary agency contacts

We fund a number of voluntary agencies that may be able to assist. They will accept self referrals.

• Alcohol Support Ltd
  Tel: 01224 573887
• Drugs Action
  Helpline: 01224 594700
• Turning Point (Scotland) - Northern Horizons
  Tel: 01779 470490
• Advocacy North East
  Tel: 01467 651604
• Kemnay Drugs Project
• Garioch Family Support Group
• Aberdeenshire alcohol, drugs and blood borne viruses (BBV) forums
• The Aberdeenshire Alcohol and Drug Action Team
  Oversee the strategic development of drug and alcohol responses.
  Email: info@gadat.org

 

Useful contacts

• National Drugs Helpline 0800 77 66 00
  Free and confidential telephone helpline giving information about drugs and drug abuse. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Drinkline (Scotland) 0800 7 314 314
  Cconfidential information, help and advice. Oopen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Re-Solv National Helpline 01785 810762