Support for Carers and Families
Friends and relatives includes partners, parents, children, extended family, significant others and friends. These people, sometimes referred to as Carers, may feel considerable stress when a person close to them misuses drugs or alcohol. Relationships are affected, family stability is difficult to maintain and social lives are restricted. There may be financial hardship along with feelings of shame, guilt and the fear of stigma and discrimination. People will be affected differently and have different needs.
At The Matthew Project we have a person who works specifically with friends and relatives to support and help them with these individual needs. This support may be:
- Someone to talk to on the phone or in person
- Information on drugs/alcohol from our resource room
- Information about other services
- Advice and support
- E-mail contact
Carers Support Groups
The Matthew Project run a day time and evening support group for friends and relatives. We aim to provide friendly support and to share experiences;
Daytime Group: Third Wednesday of every month 1.30-3.00pm
Evening Group: First Tuesday of every month at 6.30-8.00pm.
For more information:
Phone: 01603 626123 and ask to speak to Tina
Email: carers@matthewproject.org
Our 24 hour helpline will also be able to help. Tel. 0800 764754.
