Family Links

Adfam

- “ We provide direct support to families through publications, training, prison visitors' centers, outreach work and signposting to local support services. As the voice of families we provide consultation on best practice in substance related family work and have written several guides for professionals and commissioners. ADFAM's vision is a United Kingdom where every family member facing problems with drugs or alcohol will have access to a range of specialized services. ADFAM provides listings of Support groups/services in your area, useful information and personal stories of family members affected by addiction and now in recovery.
http://www.adfam.org.uk/

Families Anonymous

- is a worldwide fellowship of relatives and friends of people involved in the abuse of mind-altering substances, or with related behavioral problems. “ When drug addiction enters a family via one of its members, the effect can be devastating. If you have reason to believe or even a vague suspicion that someone close to you may have a drug problem, we know how you feel. We know what it is like to be alone with this problem. We remember the feelings of panic and frustration that resulted from this discovery. We in Families Anonymous have experienced this too. We use first names only, as this is an anonymous programme. No dues or fees are required. The weekly meetings are regularly held throughout the year. Newcomers are welcome without prior arrangements. You will not be urged to participate in the group discussions, but may join in and ask questions if you wish. We do understand how you feel.”
Helpline: 0845 1200 660
http://www.famanon.org.uk/

Al-anon

- Family Groups provide understanding, strength and hope to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. Includes self-tests, 12-step recovery information and listing of English speaking meetings in UK.
http://www.al-anonuk.org.uk/

Parent line Plus

this organisation provides a free helpline, website, telephone counselling, referrals to parent workshops & training for professionals. Parent line Plus is a national charity that works for, and with, parents. “We know that parents want to do the best they can for their children, but sometimes family life can be challenging and difficult. There is after all, no one right way to parent. Parentline Plus works to offer help and support through an innovative range of free, flexible, responsive services - shaped by parents for parents.
Helpline - 0808 800 2222
www.parentlineplus.org.uk

Prison Advice & Care Trust

. PACT - An independent charity, which supports people affected by imprisonment. We work with children and families of prisoners, and with prisoners inside and on release.
Tel: 0808 808 230
http://www.prisonadvice.org.uk/