You don't have to figure this out on your own
Whatever's going on, whether it's your own drinking or drug use, or someone else's, there are people trained to help. Here's who to call.
Talk to people on the same journey
Bee Sober Support Group (Facebook)
A private, judgement-free space to connect with people who are sober or thinking about it. Ask questions, share a win, or just see that you're not the only one going through this.
If you're worried about your own drinking or drug use
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
A fellowship of people who share their own experience to help each other stop drinking and stay stopped. Meetings run online and in person across the UK.
Drinkline
The national alcohol helpline, run by Alcohol Change UK. Free, confidential advice for anyone concerned about their own or someone else's drinking.
FRANK (National Drugs Helpline)
Confidential, judgement-free information and advice on drugs of any kind, for anyone who uses them or is worried about someone who does.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
A fellowship of people who share their own experience to help each other stay free from drugs of any kind. Meetings run online and in person across the UK.
If someone else's drinking or drug use is affecting you
Al-Anon Family Groups
Support and understanding for the families and friends of problem drinkers. You don't have to have "proof" or a diagnosis, just a life that's been touched by someone else's drinking.
Nacoa (National Association for Children of Alcoholics)
Free, confidential support for anyone affected by a parent's drinking, whatever their age now. Nacoa also supports professionals and anyone concerned about a child's welfare.
Adfam
The UK's leading charity for families and friends affected by someone else's drug, alcohol, or gambling use.
If you're in crisis right now
Hub of Hope
An anonymous UK-wide directory that helps you find the nearest mental health support for anything from anxiety to suicidal thoughts, including a button that connects you straight to the Samaritans.
Treatment and recovery services
Turning Point
A UK charity offering a wide range of health and wellbeing services, including tailored support for drug and alcohol issues, mental health, and learning disabilities.
Landmark Recovery
Full-spectrum drug and alcohol rehab and treatment services (US-based), with holistic treatment options and follow-up support for patients.
SMART Recovery UK
A free, science-based alternative to 12-step programmes, for any kind of addictive behaviour, not just alcohol. Meetings run online and in person.
Change Grow Live (CGL)
One of the UK's largest drug and alcohol treatment charities, offering free, confidential local support across England.
Bee Brave, Bee Kind, Bee Sober
Need some company on the way? Listen to the Bee Sober podcast.