Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service - Croydon
How we can help
We work with children and young people up to the age of 25 to help give you factual advice, help you to be safer, make informed choices and promote better health and wellbeing.
In Croydon, we are here to support children and young people who are thinking about taking drugs, already using drugs, or have been affected by someone else using drugs and alcohol. This could be a parent or carer or someone else important in your life.
You don’t have to be dependent on substances to want a bit of advice, and you don’t have to be ready to give up to talk to us. We will provide you with one-to-one support based in the community. We also work out of schools, Croydon Colleges, and other venues and can keep in touch by phone.
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Alcohol advice
Know the risks, find out how to stay safe and make the right choices for you about drinking.
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Drug advice
Before you make a choice about drugs, find out about the risks and how to stay safe.
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Health and wellbeing advice
Tips for taking care of your mental health and physical wellbeing.
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Relationship advice
What unhealthy relationships look like and how to build a good one.
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Online chat
Our webchat service is free. You'll get confidential advice from someone who'll listen to what's going on with you and help you find a way forward.
Children and Families Offer
Our Child and Families team support children and young people aged 6-18 years impacted by the alcohol or substance use of a family member, sibling or significant other. We provide a safe space for the child or young person to explore their feelings.
All interventions are age-appropriate and in agreement with the young person. This can include discussion, games, arts and emotional wellbeing resources to help the young person make sense of their experiences.
We also offer:
- Drug and alcohol awareness and education, including sessions to help families understand addiction.
- Direct work with parents, which can include discussing their child’s work, facilitating access and supporting family sessions if appropriate.
- Joint work with Change Grow Live adult and young people's services to encourage a whole-family approach to recovery.
Meet the team
Hi, I am Marsha and I’m the Team leader. I believe in providing young people with a service that is responsive and supportive as well as ensuring our service is visible to all young people and empowering positive lifestyle choices.
Hi, my name is Nadia and I am a Young People Resilience Worker. I aim to work with young people in a relaxed and safe space to promote safety. I meet them where they are, supporting them to identify what they need and guiding them so they can achieve their goals.
Hi, my name is Marion and I am a Young People Resilience Worker. I am not here to judge, I am here to empower. If you know better, you'll do better. Knowledge is power.
Hi, my name is Neil and I am a Young People Resilience Worker. My goal is to support young people to focus their skills and talents in areas that would benefit their future whilst promoting healthy decision-making for future goals. I am adaptable depending on the needs and feedback of the young people I work with. I focus on delivering a service that helps young people develop the tools and skills to navigate through life challenges.
Hi, my name is Parita and I am a Transitional Worker. I hope to support and empower positive changes by setting achievable goals and promoting healthy decisions through sharing information.
Hi, my name is Ashia and I am a Children and Families Worker. My goal is to help children who need it. I am non-judgemental and very supportive and aim to create an environment that feels safe for every child and young person I work with.