Looking after someone with a drug or alcohol problem?
Current estimates are that 1 in 7 of us is looking after someone, or affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol problem. So you are not alone.
We can help. Call 0300 111 2470 to talk to someone in one of our local services.
There are several other websites which may provide you with more information to help:
http://www.nhs.uk/carersdirect/Pages/CarersDirectHome.aspx
This will provide a lot of useful information about your rights and possible financial support.
http://www.adfam.org.uk
Adfam are a national organisation helping to support carers and families affected by drug and alcohol use. This will provide information about the impact of drug and alcohol use on others.
http://www.al-anonuk.org.uk/meetings/
Al-Anon have support groups in most parts of England.
East Sussex Care for the Carers provides a range of services for carers generally in East Sussex, and has links to other carer organisations in England. You may find helpful information from them.
