River - Liverpool Drug and Alcohol Support Services

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If you’re struggling with drugs or alcohol and want to make a change, we’re here to help.

About us

We are a free and confidential service for adults (18+) in Liverpool who are experiencing difficulties with substances.

We believe everyone has the ability to make positive changes. We work with individuals, families, carers, and professionals to offer support that’s right for you.

Whether you need one-to-one help, group sessions, or access to medication and treatment, we're here for you.

Find out more about the support we offer

If you are under 18 and are concerned about drugs or alcohol, you can get support from River Young People Support Service.

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How we can help

We offer several different ways to support you around drugs and alcohol:

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How to get support from us

You can get support from our service in a few different ways. You can:

  • Make a referral using our online referral form. This will give us the information we need from you to start your journey.
  • Walk-in to any of our hubs around Liverpool. We are an open-access service, which means you don’t need to make an appointment.
  • Get in touch using the contact details below. Someone from our team will be happy to talk to you

Where to find us

We have multiple hubs across Liverpool. You can find more details about each location, how to find them and what time they are open by clicking the name of each hub.

All of our hubs are open-access. This means you don’t need an appointment to drop in for your first visit.

Contact us

If you have any questions or want to find out more about how we can help, please get in touch.

Phone: 0151 706 7888

Email: [email protected]

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Your first visit

A member of our team will greet you when you arrive. They'll be happy to help you with any questions you have.

They will listen to your story and may ask for some information about your situation, or just ask some questions. Then, they'll explain what your support plan might involve. There isn't anything you need to bring with you to your first meeting; just bring yourself.

You are welcome to bring a friend or family member to support you if you would like to.

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Volunteer with us

Volunteers play a crucial role in helping us bring our vision to life and deliver our services effectively. Their dedication strengthens the quality, reach, and accessibility of our support, allowing us to help even more people.

We welcome anyone interested in volunteering and truly value any time you can give to support our work.

Your experience as a volunteer matters to us, so we provide training, guidance, and supervision to ensure you feel supported while working as part of our diverse team.

If you would like to volunteer with us, please get in touch.