If you're advised to go to hospital, it's important to go.
In Kent there are a number of organisations that provide drug and alcohol treatment, including:
Most adults starting treatment will refer themselves. This can be done through your GP, health professional or by contacting a local treatment centre. When you speak to the support services you will have someone who will get to know you and your situation so you have the right kind of treatment and help.
Depending on where you live in Kent, you will be able to find support to help you.
For those living in East Kent (Ashford, Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone and Hythe, Swale and Thanet) contact The Forward Trust.
Alternatively, you can use their free, confidential online chat service Reach Out. The online chat service is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm (excluding bank holidays).
If you live in West Kent (Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge and Malling) contact Change, Grow, Live:
Through One You Kent local services, there are resources out there to support you reduce the amount of alcohol you drink.
Check out the apps and online information or fill in a referral form to speak to a One You Kent advisor. There are checks to see how much you’re drinking and the impact it could be having on your health. Go to:
If you administer medicines yourself you are responsible for getting rid of needles, syringes and other medical waste.