Alcohol Help

Christmas is coming and the goose is getting fat - but for families who have members struggling with drug or alcohol dependency, there is more to worry about than how many of the Christmas tree lights will be out this year.

The stress of dealing with a child or adult facing these issues can cause huge misery over the Festive Season, which is why the Families and Friends Project run by West Sussex Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT) offers advice and drop-in centres to help.

The Orchard Drop In Centre, in Crawley, is celebrating its first anniversary this Christmas after a successful year supporting 56 separate families from across the borough. As well as a drop in service the project also offers residential courses, a daily helpline and free counselling to affected families.

Anyone struggling to cope because of alcohol or drug misuse by a loved one, and dreading the thought of Christmas, can be certain to receive support from a team of friendly advisors across West Sussex. (See notes to editors for regional centres).

Jane Brown, West Sussex DAAT Project Co-ordinator, said:

"Give yourself an early Christmas present this year and seek support. Don’t wait to get advice on how to survive this Christmas, come along to one of our drop-in centres and talk it over."

To find out more about the help and support available this Christmas, and all year round, call the Families and Friends Project on 01243 382 940.

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