Horizon - Blackpool
Everyone’s journey will be different, and we’ll help you make a plan that works for you. Your support plan may involve some of the options below.
Support with alcohol
Our alcohol service is based at The Lighthouse hub.
One-to-one support
You’ll work with a key worker to set goals and plot the best route forward. They’ll help you understand your drinking and how to make changes at your own pace.
Groups and workshops
Talking to others who understand what you’re going through can make a big difference. Our groups offer a safe space to share experiences and support each other. Some groups focus on peer support, while others use structured techniques to help you change habits.
Medication
If you’re dependent on alcohol, you might be offered medication to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms. This can make it safer and easier to cut down or stop drinking.
Detox
For those who need it, we can help you safely stop drinking with medical supervision. Detox is often the first step in a longer recovery journey, and we’ll be here to support you after it too.
Take our alcohol quiz
Take our quick quiz to understand how much you’re drinking and get advice.
Some of the questions will ask you about units. Click the ‘?’ for help.
When you’ve answered the questions, we’ll give you advice about alcohol and what to do next.
Support with drugs
Our drug service is based at our Winstone House hub.
One-to-one
You’ll have a support worker who will help you set goals and take steps to reduce or stop using drugs. They’ll provide advice, encouragement and practical strategies to help you move forward.
Groups and workshops
You don’t have to do this alone. Our groups bring people together to share experiences, offer support, and learn new ways to cope. Some focus on peer support, while others use structured methods like cognitive approaches to help you change habits.
Medication
If you use heroin or other opioids, you might be offered medication-assisted treatment, such as methadone or buprenorphine. This can help you reduce or stop using safely and comfortably.
Detox and rehab
A drug detox helps you come off drugs safely, either with medical support at home or as part of an inpatient programme. If you want to take the next step, rehab can give you the time and space to work on long-term recovery in a supportive environment.
Legal advice
We have partnered with the legal charity Release to offer drug related legal advice and support. Through weekly appointments with a dedicated legal advisor, you can get advice and representation on issues including housing, debt, and benefits.
Are you worried about your drug use?
For this quiz, ‘drugs’ means non-medical drugs, or prescription and over-the-counter drugs you’re using more than the instructed amount of. It does not cover alcohol or tobacco.
Your answers should only be about your drug use over the last 12 months.
When you’ve answered the questions, we’ll give you advice about drugs and what to do next.
Needle and syringe programmes
Needle and syringe programmes are places where you can get new, clean injecting equipment and advice for staying safe. You can also return any used equipment so that it can be safely disposed of.
You can also get safer injecting supplies by post, with the option of discreet packaging, for free.
Please ask your keyworker or a member of staff in the needle exchange for the code you will need to access this service.
If you want to access needle and syringe programmes in person, there are a number of options in the city. Look out for this logo, which shows where you can exchange your needles.
Naloxone – the overdose reversal drug
Naloxone is life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids.
You can get a free naloxone kit and training from any of our hubs, or from any other needle and syringe programme.
Find out more about naloxoneHarm reduction hub
Our harm reduction hub is delivered by Renaissance and based at The Lighthouse.
It offers informal, non-judgemental advice and practical support to people who use substances but aren’t at a point where they want to engage with structured treatment.
The hub provides:
- A friendly, welcoming environment
- Brief advice, information, and referrals
- Needle and syringe programme
- Free naloxone kits and training
- Blood-borne virus testing and sexual health screening
- Safer sex packs and sanitary supplies
- Additional items (such as clothing, books, and wellbeing packs)
Our hubs are open access, so you can walk in any time during our opening hours.
National online chat
Talking about your concerns can often be the first step to making positive changes. You can make a start by chatting to one of our experienced practitioners using our webchat. This operates nationally and isn't connected to any individual Change Grow Live services.
Chat to someone nowUseful websites and apps
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Al-Anon
Support groups for anyone who is affected by a friend or family member's drinking.
Visit the site
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Regular support groups all over the country who come together with two aims: to stay sober, and to help others seeking help to stop drinking.
Visit the site
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Breaking Free Online
Free, online treatment and recovery program for anyone who would like support with their alcohol or drug use. Speak to a member of staff or volunteer at your local service to get access.
Visit the site
Download the app from
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SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery helps people decide whether they have a problem with alcohol or drugs, builds up motivation to change and offers proven tools and techniques to support recovery.
Visit the site
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SAM app
Understand and manage your anxiety with self-help exercises.
Visit the site
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Narcotics Anonymous
A network of mutual aid groups across the country for people who are looking for support to be - and stay - drug-free.
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