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Drug-related deaths are at their highest level ever.

The general election is coming up, and we’re calling for all parties to commit to saving lives. With the right policies, approach and support, we can prevent these tragedies.

Here’s our letter to party leaders that highlights the opportunities they have to make a difference: bit.ly/2OG39pn ... See MoreSee Less

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4 days ago

If ever there is a time that you feel you have gone too far to come back, I want you to know that I too once believed I’d be lost in my addiction forever. There is no shame or embarrassment in my heart today. I walked down a dark and painful path for many years, but I am not afraid to share my story. God has done a great work in me. Today I am saved. I am redeemed. I am forgiven. I am a beautiful child of God. I will stay available to be a light in this dark world for Gods glory today. If you’re struggling, there is another way!
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1 week ago

Alcohol affects the brain in numerous ways. It causes short-term symptoms, like making us more chatty and confident, slowing our reactions and reducing our ability to think, reason and remember. These pass once the alcohol leaves your system. But there are more harmful, long-term effects alcohol can have on your brain, too. Find out more: alcoholchange.org.uk/alcohol-facts/fact-sheets/alcohol-and-the-brain ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Irresponsible and dangerous drink and drug drivers are to be targeted in a month-long campaign against the destruction and distress caused by collisions involving those under the influence.

Officers from Hampshire Constabulary and Thames Valley Police's Joint Operations Unit are encouraging drivers to know ‘It’s Not Worth the Risk’ and not to drink alcohol and/or take drugs then get behind the wheel.

Between 1 December and 1 January, officers will be carrying out breath tests, drug tests and field impairment test at every opportunity.

This is to raise awareness to people that we are proactively able to identify those that drive whilst impaired.

The public are encouraged to report drink and drug drivers with as much information and detail as possible so they can be targeted. If you know someone who drink or drug drives you can report them on 101 or via CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

If the person is an immediate risk to the public and themselves, we suggest the people call 999.

On Average 20 per cent of all fatal collisions involve an impairment from drink or drugs. In Hampshire and Thames Valley region we catch around 400 drink drivers a month.

Sgt Scott Kerr, Road Safety Sergeant for Hampshire and Thames Valley Police said: “Every year officers deal with cases of drink or drug driving that directly result in families facing Christmas without loved ones.

“Even the smallest amount of alcohol or drugs in your system can affect your ability to drive safely.

“Friends, colleagues and family members can positively influence those around them. So we are calling on them to stop potential drink or drug drivers from getting behind the wheel and risking tragedy this Christmas.

“We’ll be running targeted operations across the region to enforce the law on drink and drug driving. If you drive under the influence, you can face a fine of up to £5,000, disqualification from driving, and a lengthy prison sentence.

“If you know someone who drink or drug drives you can help by reporting them on 101, or call 999 if they are driving or immediately about to drive under the influence.

“I am urging people to plan ahead during the festive season to think about how you’re going to get home and don’t forget about the impact alcohol & drugs can still have the morning after.”

Our message is simple.
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2 weeks ago

🙏💗Resurrection: Fourteen years ago, I laid on my prison cell floor pregnant with my daughter and I cried out to God. My prayer was sincere and desperate. I cried out, “God I don’t know if you listen to people like me but if you do please help me!” After 83 arrest, 66 convictions, 19 years of drug addiction, prostitution, homelessness, and diagnosed mental illness, I felt hopeless, helpless and dead inside. I tried everything else but God, so here I was trying God, sincerely seeking him. He heard my cries. Since that desperate cry, I have not desired or used drugs or even smoked a cigarette. What he has done for me and through me shows the true healing, delivering power of our true, living God. Our Savior! Our redeemer! Our Healer! Our Deliverer! Today marks my 14th year of freedom. Who the son sets free is free indeed. Father God, I celebrate you. I thank you! I honor and worship you for being The Creator! The First and the Last. The Alpha and Omega! Glory to you alone. Thank you for the blood of our Savior Jesus who has set me free! #TheAddictsDiary ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

💗I was hopelessly strung out on heroin and meth for a long time. I didn’t care if I lived or died. I truly hit bottom. I have tried to get sober so many times that I lost count. This time, it’s been different. I’m so grateful for my higher power and my family for not giving up on me. I just felt the need to share this photo. I want to help other people that are hurting like I was. Please don’t give up! #TheAddictsDiary ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

PowerfulMy name is Elizabeth Quiroz and I am a Human Trafficking Victim Advocate/Drug and Alcohol Counselor. I am also a human trafficking survivor, a former Foster youth and a formerly incarcerated student. The picture on the left is a broken woman. The picture on the right is who I am today. Growing up, I endured so much physical abuse that I landed in foster care. I come from a family of gang members, child molesters, drug addicts and alcoholics. I ran away from everything at 15 years old and right into the arms of my trafficker. My trafficker got me hooked on meth and my family supplied him with the drugs. For 12 years I was addicted and sold on the streets of San Francisco. I endured physical abuse and sexual assaults beginning at the age of 4 and rapes from the age of 14 to 26. Throughout the years I went to Valley State Prison and in and out of numerous correctional facilities. At the age of 26, I lost my son and was arrested for the final time. I was numb from all of the horrific abuse. That day brought me back to life though. I did 18 months prison term in the county and completed 2 programs. I decided to change my life around.

Today, I have 8 years clean and I graduated last May with 3 AA degrees with the highest honors. I am currently at Sonoma State University obtaining my bachelor's and Master's degree. I will be the first person in my family to obtain a degree! I am breaking generational curses! God, the programs, and the arresting officers gave me a new life. I am also on the Sonoma Counties Human Trafficking Task Force and I have been featured in multiple articles and newspapers. I was granted a full and unconditional Governors Pardon from Governor Jerry Brown on Christmas Eve. My long term goal is to become a probation officer and start non-profit housing for Human trafficking victims here in Sonoma County. If I can turn it around to help others then there is hope for the broken! #TheAddictsDiary ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Proud to be spreading the Nacoa word at Insightful Families conference on the 'impact of alcohol on children' at Alexandra Palace today. Wonderful on #alcoholawarenessweek to see so many people now talking about children affected by their parent's drinking. When wonderful films by Nacoa volunteers like Ceri Walker's 'Understanding Mum' come on the screen, it all begins to feel real. Sharing experiences is so powerful. ALL COAs should be heard, as well as those whose parents thankfully are in treatment. #childrenofalcoholics #coaisathing ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

I am a recovering addict, and raging alcoholic. 4 years 3 months sober, 1,563 days of nothing but good times and bad, went through a heck of a time on my road the last few years and the last year.. I have hurt others and myself with my past choices, even after I decided to get sober I still had some upsetting times and things I wish could have been better. But I am here, I am standing and I am breathing and I am coming for my future with arms wide open. #theaddictsdiary ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

So many people feel unjustified in their struggles with their childhood or believe there can be no link between their difficulties today and trauma because they didn’t experience anything traumatic.

This is a misunderstanding of what trauma actually means.

In this video I take deep dive into what we mean when we talk about trauma and how most of us have experienced trauma to some degree.

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🙏A year ago someone took a photo of me passed out on drugs and posted it on social media. Everyone saw it and I broke my mother’s heart. I decided to go back to the same exact spot and take a NEW photo for my mom. Today, I am 62 days clean. How about you make that go viral!
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I’m Tiffani and I have nearly 4 years sober. I turned to drugs in my late teens after suffering many years from mental illness. My life continued into a downward spiral from trying new drugs, co-dependent relationships, and homelessness until I was finally arrested. I have remained sober since the day I was arrested and have slowly began to achieve my goals and dreams ever since. I am now a wife and a mother to a sweet baby girl. I will soon be a college graduate and my mental health is finally stable. I am thriving and loving life but my journey isn’t over yet. I’ll keep moving forward. Can’t stop, won’t stop. #TheAddictsDiary ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Let's hear it for Daniel 🙌🏻
2 Years of continuous Sobriety ❤️
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1 month ago

Referrals for our Emotional Resilience support group close today!

Emotional Resilience is an 8 week group which covers topics such as understanding and identifying emotions, the physical effects of anger and anxiety, triggers, self-awareness and self-esteem.

To find out more visit: www.nolimitshelp.org.uk/get-help/emotional-resilience/ phone: 02380 224 224 or email: enquiries@nolimitshelp.org.uk. ... See MoreSee Less

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🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏They say it is RARE that couples who use together are able to get clean and STAY together. The statistics may be low but it is possible. My fiancé and I are living proof!

We met on December 11th, 2014. We were both homeless—injecting Heroin and Methamphetamine. We entered a detox facility on December 26th, 2015. After 5 days of detox, we then were transferred to a residential treatment center TOGETHER! We graduated from that 90-day program, completed an outpatient aftercare program, and then moved into sober living. We are coming up on 4 years of 100% complete sobriety.

I want our story to be an inspiration for all of the addicts who are still suffering. I want you ALL to know that if we can do it you can too. Don't be a statistic, fight and fight HARD. Life is waiting for you!
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At the age of 18, I started injecting heroin and meth into my body. Two years later, I was diagnosed with HIV because of my drug use. That caused me to go further down the rabbit hole. At age 25, on December 12th, I was left in an ally to overdose and die, but by the grace of God a woman found me and happened to have Narcan. On December 17th, I decided to get clean. I've now been sober for 17 months and 15 days. I am living proof that Narcan is not enabling or a waste of money. I am living proof that we do recover. If you need help send a message into the page.
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1 month ago

When it comes to dealing with a loved one’s substance use, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But family members have a wealth of experience on how to respond, rather than react, in the face of challenging behaviour. Here are some of their top tips: bit.ly/33hEMDz ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Over the Christmas period, we expect to welcome and support 68 young people who are street homeless or sofa surfing at our Advice Centre, as well as many more vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people for whom Christmas is just another day.

Please help us to give them a taste of Christmas, comfort for the winter and hope for the future by making a donation.

- £5 could pay for a gift for one of our service users
- £10 could pay for a Christmas meal at our Advice Centre
- £20 could pay for an emergency pack containing a sleeping bag, warm clothes, everyday essentials and Christmas treats for a young person who is street homeless or sofa surfing.

You can make a donation on this post, or via Just Giving: www.justgiving.com/campaign/nolimitschristmas2019

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