Support designed for you
The support you receive will be personal to you, based on a plan you help create. Your support service will spend time making sure every part of your journey to recovery is right for your particular needs. It’s your plan, and no one else’s.
Support for LGBTQIA+ communities
Recent studies have shown that LGBTQIA+ people tend to use drugs differently from heterosexual people. Use is generally higher, the choice of drugs is different, and problems due to misuse are more common.
Fortunately, there are support services in Kent, where people who understand these differences are ready to help you. It’s all free and confidential.
Support if you’re homeless
Two thirds of homeless people say drug or alcohol use is at least one reason why they’re homeless. Also, it’s very common to try to deal with the stress of homelessness by drinking or using drugs.
So you’re not alone. And there’s free, confidential help for you in Kent.
Support for women
There are many reasons why drug or alcohol use can affect women differently from men. It can have an impact on physical factors such as fertility, pregnancy and menopause. Also, women often start using drink or drugs for reasons rarely mentioned by men – such as controlling weight, tackling exhaustion or dealing with pain.
The drug or alcohol support you have must be based on an understanding of these issues. You can find this support in Kent – and it’s free and confidential.
Support for young people
Are your experiences with drink or drugs becoming difficult to control? If you think drink or drugs might be a problem, you can find help here in Kent. It’s free, and no one’s going to judge or criticise you. Your parents or teachers won’t hear about it unless you’re at serious risk.
There are people here who understand what you’re going through.
Support for people in ethnic communities
Attitudes to drugs and alcohol in Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities can make it hard to get help if you have a problem. A fear of disapproval or shame might be stopping you looking for support. But if you need help, it’s important you get it.
You can get the right support in Kent, from people who understand the influence of your culture or religion. It’s free and confidential.