Drug and Alcohol Service - Cheshire East

Criminal justice services

At Change Grow Live Cheshire East, we are passionate about and committed to helping everyone build a positive future, regardless of their past. Our team can support you with your drug and alcohol use, lifestyle needs, and work to build positive and meaningful relationships, all to support you on your recovery journey.  We never judge.

Our confidential service works alongside the Police and Probation services to provide you with support and care to fit your needs. We also have strong links with other services to ensure you receive the best possible care.

We offer criminal justice services in our Crewe and Macclesfield services. Please get in touch for more information.

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Having that one-to-one support from someone who genuinely cared about me, like properly cared, was a really nice feeling.

Information and support on drug use

  • Naloxone

    Naloxone is an emergency medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose of opioids like heroin or methadone.  Speak with our team to find out how to collect naloxone from our Crewe or Macclesfield hubs. No appointment is needed during our office opening hours.

  • Blood borne virus (BBV) testing

    If you are currently working with our Cheshire East Service, BBV testing is free and easy to access. You can be tested for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV. Once you have been tested you will be offered a regular assessment and offered a test every 12 months.  

  • Wound care

    We are here to help. Everyone accessing our service can access our wound care support after completing a basic assessment. 

  • Needle exchange

    Keeping you as safe as possible is our main priority. As well as working with you to stop your drug use, we also offer harm reduction advice. We offer a needle exchange scheme for all (non-service users included). There is no need to book an appointment or provide your personal details. You are welcome to turn up during our opening hours to exchange needles, syringes and other injecting equipment. 

  • Take our drug advice quiz

    Take our quick quiz to better understand your drug use.

  • Common treatment options

    Examples of common treatment options for people who are struggling with their drug use.

  • General information about drinking and drug use

    If you’re concerned about your drinking or drug use but aren’t sure what steps to take, you can find lots of information and advice here.

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Information and support on alcohol

  • Alcohol support options

    We have plenty of options for people who need support with their alcohol use. Here are some examples.

  • Alcohol detox

    We can support you through an alcohol detox, if you require it. This can be within the community or residential. Your keyworker and alcohol nurse will assess both options and explain which is the safest method. 

  • Edward Myers Unit

    Our residential detox service users often stay at the Edward Myers Unit. Other detox units are available and will be explored with your nurse or keyworker where necessary. 

  • Alcohol assessments

    Our team of skilled alcohol nurses can complete alcohol assessments on site. They are also able to complete blood tests at our Crewe and Macclesfield offices, meaning assessment and treatment is accessible and available to those who would like support. 

  • Alcohol quiz

    Take our alcohol quiz to better understand your alcohol use.

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Who we work with

  • ConNEXTions

    A recovery hub based in Crewe, ConNEXTions supports people to increase their confidence, self-esteem and further their recovery journey. ConNEXTions offers group activities such as art and crafts, mindfulness and Reiki sessions.

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Satellite clinics

We want to make accessing support from us as easy as possible. If you are unable to make it to the Macclesfield or Crewe service, we have satellite clinics available. Please note, these are appointment only clinics.

Speak with your keyworker to find out further information and how you can attend.

Open Arms Youth centre (Wilmslow)

  • Monday 10.30am - 4:00pm
  • Appointment only clinic for opiate users
  • Alcohol keyworker appointments
  • Opportunity to discuss achievements, goals, and challenges
  • Monthly prescribing clinic for non-medical prescribers reviews

Beech House (Congleton)

  • Monday and Thursday, 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • 45-minute appointments
  • Opportunity to discuss achievement, goals, and challenges
  • Monthly prescribing clinic for non-medical prescribers reviews/medical reviews

Home Visits

If you are unable to get into the service, we are also able to offer home visits, where suitable. Please speak with your keyworker for further information.

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Employment support (IPS)

Our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) team can support you with finding employment which meets your goals and aspirations. We can support people aged 18-64 years old who are accessing structured treatment at Change Grow Live.

If finding or getting back to work is part of your recovery goal, we can help you find the right job for you. We can also support you to maintain your current job.

We can help you to find the right job, contact employers to seek out new opportunities, and provide you with on-the-job coaching. From benefits advice and job searching, to interviews and beyond, we’re with you every step of the way.

You can ask your keyworker to refer you into this service if you would like to access support into employment.

You can also email [email protected] or call 01625 464995 to refer yourself or for more information.

Visit our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) page to find out more about our employment support services.