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Drug and alcohol support

Some people who use drugs or alcohol can develop a dependence (addiction). People who are dealing with addiction will usually:

  • feel a need for the substance (alcohol or drug) regularly
  • have a constant supply of the substance
  • have tried and failed to stop using the substance
  • do things they normally would not do (for example, stealing money to pay for the substance)

Get help

If you're struggling to cope with your drug or alcohol use, or you know someone who is, we can help. We provide a wide range of support including prescribing, psychosocial interventions, counselling, and recovery support.

If you need help, you can refer yourself to our service. We also accept referrals from family members, carers, and professionals, as long as they have your consent. The service is open to both young people and adults.

Our team is made up of experienced staff, volunteers, and peer mentors, with some in recovery themselves. We provide group sessions and one-to-one support across Middlesbrough.

Get help by phone

You can contact us on 01642 726800 for support.

Get help in person

Address: Live Well East, Crossfell Road, Berwick Hills, Middlesbrough, TS3 7PE.

After your first appointment, we'll try to see you in a hub closer to your home.

Opening times

Day Opening times Walk-in assessments
Monday

9am to 4:30pm

Last admission 3pm

9:30am to 11:30am

1pm to 3pm

Tuesday

9am to 4:30pm

Last admission 3pm

9:30am to 11:30am

1pm to 3pm

Wednesday

1pm to 4:30pm

Last admission 3pm

None
Thursday

9am to 4:30pm

Last admission 3pm

9:30am to 11:30am

1pm to 3pm

Friday

9am to 4:30pm

Last admission 3pm

9:30am to 11:30am

1pm to 3pm

Saturday Closed None
Sunday Closed None

Self help

You can visit the alcohol and drugs support hub for self help guidance. The website includes exercises which will help you look at your current alcohol and drug usage, and the changes you could make.

If you're affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use

Branches is a local support group which offers support to people affected by a loved one’s drug or alcohol use. It gives you the chance to talk to others who are experiencing, or have experienced, feelings similar to your own. The group is run by volunteers so they can't give professional help (like counselling), but they can point you in the right direction depending on your needs. To find out more, email branchescarers@outlook.com.

The Mind website also has a list of charities which support the friends and family of a person dealing with addiction.