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Chemsex

The impact of chemsex can be different for different people, and the support you will receive will be personalised to your situation and needs.

The team works in a supportive way and will take time to explore and identify the issues that can trigger your drug or alcohol use.

If you have a question or you're worried about something, we’re here for you. Our online chat service is free and you'll be speaking to a trained worker.

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If you would like support from our service, please give us a call or refer yourself via the online form on our Referrals page.

What is chemsex?

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Build on Belief

The Ealing Build on Build project is unique in that it provides a socially based drop-in right in the heart of our large treatment service. It's a place to find a little extra support where you can relax with a cup of coffee and have a friendly chat with someone.

There's also a large kitchen and can also do mindfulness, yoga, crafting, table tennis, and more. You can find out more about this project on Build on Belief's website (opens in new tab).

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Family, Carers and Significant Others

Are you struggling with the drinking or drug use of a partner, friend or family member? We know how hard that can be.

We have a Family, Friends and Carer Groups and are here to support you if your loves one is using drugs or alcohol. We will provide you with information, advice and support.

Our Family and Carer Support Service is open to anyone in Ealing affected by someone else's drug and/or alcohol use and we can help. You don’t have to be a registered carer to receive our support, and the person who is using drugs or alcohol doesn’t need to be in treatment with us.

We will ensure that you can confidentially reflect on your own needs and wellbeing without any judgement. Fill out our referral form and someone from our team will be in touch. You can also contact us on [email protected].

Individual Placement Support (IPS)

Whatever your level of experience, we can provide support and advice about your next step. We support people using our service into work through the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) programme, offering a wide range of advice and guidance, which includes various support services, to help you secure employment.

What we provide:

One-to-one support, advice and guidance focused on your job goals
Benefits advice
CV and job application support
Sourcing and matching you to vacancies based around your goals and skill set.
Actively market you to local employers.
Interview support, including funding to travel to work and interview clothing
In work support, including regular meetings and continued support as you start work.

You must be currently accessing support from Ealing Rise to access IPS. Please speak with your recovery worker to discuss a referral. For more information, please check out the website: West London – IPS Into Work - via (viaorg.uk)

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Release

A free legal service which is available to all people accessing our service. The service can help you with a range of problems.

Allowances and benefits
Debt problems
Housing issues

Release can guide and support you to apply for these benefits and help challenge decisions if you disagree with them. To access your free legal service, speak with your keyworker, or ask a member of staff to make an appointment.

Visit the Release website for more information

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Connecting London

Connecting London is a partnership of Change Grow Live services across the London area. We're running lots of events on Zoom to keep you motivated on your recovery journey.

Whether you just want to check in for a virtual coffee, join us for a guided meditation session, give yoga a try or join a SMART meeting, everybody is welcome.

Find out more about Connecting London

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If you have a question or you're worried about something, we’re here for you. Our online chat service is free and you'll be speaking to a trained worker.

Speak to someone online.

Other Resources

Useful websites and apps

Al-Anon

Support groups for families and friends of people with an alcohol addiction.

Visit the site

Alcoholics Anonymous

Regular support groups all over the country for people with an addiction to alcohol.

Visit the site

Breaking Free Online

Free, online treatment and recovery program for anyone addicted to alcohol or drugs. Speak to any member of staff or volunteer at your local service to get access.

Visit the site

Download the app from