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Substance misuse and addiction services

A guide for parents, carers and people working with children

Unseen has produced a free guide to County Lines for parents, carers and teachers, with the aim of raising awareness.  The guide includes information about who is at risk, how children are recruited, how to spot the signs of exploitation and where to go to for help. Read more

Published: 12th August, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Action on Addiction

Four-day Residential Programme for partners, parents and adult children of alcoholics and addicts. The family programme is designed specifically to offer help, support and understanding to anyone over the age of eighteen who has been affected by someone else’s misuse of drugs or alcohol. It offers a safe environment in which to begin to recover from the trauma that misuse can cause. Read more

Published: 5th October, 2018

Updated: 8th October, 2018

Author: Pip Armitage

Change Grow Live

Drug and Alcohol Service who provide a welcoming, open access service for Southampton residents who are experiencing difficulties with drugs and / or alcohol. Read more

Published: 24th June, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Children of Substance Misusing Others (COSMO)

Children of Substance Misusing Others (COSMO) is a support group for children and young people aged 11-18 who are affected by the substance use of their friends or family. Read more

Published: 25th July, 2017

Author: Pip Armitage

Coping as a carer of someone with a mental health problem

Mind’s guide to supporting someone with mental health problems Read more

Published: 31st July, 2017

Updated: 14th July, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

E’s Up

E’s Up is for young people in Southampton and Portsmouth who are having problems with Drugs, Alcohol or Solvent misuse and want help. Read more

Published: 18th July, 2017

Updated: 20th July, 2017

Author: Pip Armitage

Emergency or crisis phone numbers for safeguarding, welfare of a vulnerable person or domestic violence

A list of useful telephone numbers for accessing help in an emergency. FOR CONCERNS RELATING TO THE SAFETY OR WELFARE OF A VULNERABLE ADULT OR CHILD phone the local public emergency safeguarding number: 08450 454545 Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2019

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Hampshire 24/7 (Substance Misuse Support)

Hampshire 24/7 is a county-wide specialist treatment service offering targeted and specialist support to young people. Read more

Published: 7th September, 2017

Updated: 31st July, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: 5a The Gardens, Broadcut, Fareham, PO16 8SS

Healthtalk

A website patient information sharing resource Read more

Published: 8th August, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Kate on Thin Ice

Tips for avoiding alcohol cravings when recovering from alcoholism Read more

Published: 15th November, 2019

Author: Pip Armitage

Mental wellbeing education for anyone caring for someone with mental ill-health

Are you caring for a loved one who is currently under Mental health services or has been in the last two years? Would you like to learn ways to support yourself and the one you care for? Read more

Published: 3rd May, 2019

Author: Pip Armitage

Options Counselling

Options offers individuals aged 18+ a range of professional and affordable therapeutic, counselling and wellbeing support for people across Southampton, Hampshire and Dorset. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2018

Updated: 1st December, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: 147 Shirley Road, Randolph Street, Southampton, SO15 3FH

Parent Support Link (PSL)

24/7 confidential and non-judgemental support. Phone 023 8039 9764 For Southampton family and friends of anyone using drugs or alcohol. Information about illegal substances and their effects, or as a listening ear to people who find themselves affected by another persons drink or drug use. Drop-in support group 2nd and 3rd Monday each month at 10-12. This is a facilitated group meeting. Please call PSL for further information. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2017

Updated: 16th September, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Resource pack for mental health

This contains a file with key contacts for help in a crisis, mental health charities, where to find financial support, information and groups offering emotional support, information on advocacy and mental capacity. Read more

Published: 19th July, 2019

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Saints4Sport

Delivered in partnership with the Society of St James, the Saints4Sport project works with adults who have faced some of life’s biggest challenges, including homelessness, mental health issues or substance and alcohol misuse. Read more

Published: 21st September, 2017

Author: Pip Armitage

Support for drug abuse

A list of resources for anyone with or supporting someone misusing drugs Read more

Published: 27th February, 2018

Author: Pip Armitage

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  • Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

    Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

    Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream!

  • Linda's Story

    Linda's Story

    Linda cares for her Mother with demetia.

  • Dementia Support Group: Bitterne | Wednesday 27th May

    Dementia Support Group: Bitterne | Wednesday 27th May

    In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.

  • Dementia Support Group: Highfield | Tuesday 17th May

    Dementia Support Group: Highfield | Tuesday 17th May

    In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.

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  • Carer's Cards

    Carer's Cards

    Save you money out and about and recognise your caring role

  • Carer's Assessments

    Carer's Assessments

    Carer's assessments evaluate your need for support and services and eligibility for a personal wellbeing payment

  • Assisted Shopping - Sainsbury's Shop On-line and Telephone Service

    Sainsbury's Assisted Shopping scheme helps people who are housebound, cannot travel to the shops or cannot manage online shopping by allowing them to make shopping orders over the telephone. You can access this service by calling 0800 328 1700, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

  • Contact us

    Contact us

    How to get in touch

  • Southampton General Hospital Ward Numbers

    This is a list of the contact telephone numbers for the main wards at University Hospital Southampton

  • What we offer

    What we offer

    Click to find quick links for support workers, carers cards, emergency plans and carers assessments

  • Emergency planning

    Emergency planning

    Being prepared for emergencies is always a good idea as a carer. Take a look below and help put some of your worries to rest.

  • Singing groups and choirs in Southampton

    A new study identifies the healing power of singing in a group, and urges us all to have a go. A list of many choirs in Southampton can be found here.

  • Refer a Carer

    Refer a Carer

    We are open to referrals of adult unpaid carers for support, information, carers cards, emergency plans and statutory carers assessments.

  • Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

    If you are caring for an adult over 18, (including young carers), and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care. Phone 023 8083 3003

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Theo's Story

Theo's Story

Theo, 22, cares for his disabled Mother whilst studying. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Nick's Story

Nick's Story

Nick discusses caring for his adult son, Kevin, who is bipolar. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream! Read more

Start: 24th August, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 24th August, 2022 at 12:00pm

Published: 10th August, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: The Cafe at The Horthorns, Southampton Common, The Avenue, Southampton, SO15 7NN

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