Support and treatment is available for anyone in Sheffield experiencing drug and alcohol issues.
All services in Sheffield take self-referrals and are open access, meaning people can walk in and be seen that day. There are no waiting times.
The support given by services is tailored to each person and might include: one-to-one support, therapeutic help, medical help and rehabilitation.
We have developed a map to show the location of day centres, charities and support services that work with people begging and sleeping rough. Access it here: https://www.helpushelpsheffield.uk/where-to-find-us
Get help with drugs - support provided by Likewise
Spice information
Spice is a highly addictive and toxic drug, the effects of which are visible in the city centre and beyond, with regular reporting in local and national press.
Sheffield DACT has created materials to support professionals working with people using Spice in Sheffield and to support people using Spice. This includes harm reduction messages, key messages for workers, and leaflets for people using Spice giving them information on where to access support.
Click here for a downloadable leaflet about Spice overdose for professionals.
Needle exchange
Likewise Sheffield offer a needle exchange at their city centre headquarters and the service is also available through local pharmacies in Sheffield. More than 14 pharmacies also provide a needle exchange, see the list here.
Support groups
ARC is a recovery community in Sheffield that provides hope, choice and opportunities for adults in or aiming for recovery (making changes to their alcohol and other drug use). They run a timetable of groups 6 days a week with the help of volunteers who have lived experience and are in recovery or dependency.
Hospital mentoring service provides support for people in Sheffield over 50 who have been admitted to hospital with any issue related to alcohol use.
Journey service – That’s offered specialist support for women in Sheffield who want help around their substance use and recovery and are in, or at risk of being involved with the criminal justice system.
Sheffield Pathways provides support and advice for patients attending surgeries who are experiencing a social crisis.
Fresh Start works with mothers who have had one or more children recently accommodated by the local authority. The service aims to support women to take time out from parenting in order to address their loss, build resilience, increase well-being and develop new skills for future living.
Positive Activities support adults in recovery (people who have, or are experiencing, mental health support needs, homelessness, domestic abuse, substance misuse, and/or contact with the criminal justice system) to flourish, do something they love, connect with others, learn new skills, and more.
Sheffield Drug and Alcohol Co-ordination Team (DACT)
The above services are funded by Sheffield Drug and Alcohol Co-ordination Team (DACT).
