to talk with someone who understands the challenges caused by a loved one’s harmful use of alcohol, drugs or gambling.
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Understand your situation
We listen with empathy and without judgment to understand your unique challenges.
Provide information
We provide relevant, specific, and targeted information, to improve your knowledge.
Explore strategies
We discuss your social support, and how you react, respond, and cope.
Refer
We identify any additional needs and refer you, within our organisation or externally, for further support.
Our Vision & Mission
A world where no one faces a loved one's addiction alone
A safe space for people impacted by a loved one’s harmful use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. We listen, understand and support.
Alcohol
Alcohol addiction in the UK is prevalent, with over 7.4 million adults consuming alcohol at high risk levels annually.
Drugs
Drug addiction rates continue to climb, affecting approximately 1 in 11 people aged 16 to 59 in England and Wales.
Gambling
Gambling addiction poses a growing threat, with over 2 million people in the UK being identified as problem gamblers.
What Our Clients Say
Patrons and Ambassadors
Sir Anthony Seldon
Addiction often affects the whole family, not just the person harmfully using. That’s why Addiction Family Support’s services are so vital.”
Emilia Fox
It is crucial to raise awareness for such an important cause and to help shine a light on the incredible work Addiction Family Support does to bring comfort and hope to those who need it.”
Professor Sir John Strang
Addiction is more prevalent than many realise, and its effects ripple far beyond the individual, often leaving loved ones feeling isolated and overwhelmed.”
Heather Harper MBE
Having witnessed first-hand the devastating impact of addiction on families, I struggled to share my experience until I found someone who truly understood.”
Dr. John Kelly PhD
Families play an essential role in recovery, and Addiction Family Support’s work is vital in helping them navigate these challenges.”
Keith Humphreys OBE, PhD
I am passionate about ensuring families receive the help they need to navigate the challenges of addiction.”