Drug and alcohol family support

Advice and Information - 9 January 2024

DAFS (Drug and Alcohol Family Support) are a grass roots voluntary service who support and empower families of people who are living with drug and/or alcohol addiction.
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DAFS offer support without judgement or exclusion. 

They offer:

  • A safe, non-judgemental, confidential & supportive environment for you to meet others ina similar situation
  • A FREE local volunteer-led peer groups that meet fortnightly face-to-face in the evenings (7:30 - 9pm)
  • One-to-one sessions on Zoom or Whatsapp for those who may have difficulties attending groups or who live out of area.
  • A SIBLING group once a month as they recognise their emotions may be different.
  • A onfidential Facebook community & Messenger/Whatsapp groups offering informal support.
  • We host guest speakers, group walks & fundraising events.

Find out more

Download the DAFS information leaflet for details about when they meet and more about how the group can support you. 

DAFS leaflet
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