Information and support
Local information and support
Front Door Service - report any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child in North Tyneside. If you think a child is in immediate danger, call 999.
North Tyneside Recovery Partnership (NTRP) - a service for anyone living in North Tyneside who is experiencing problems with alcohol and/or drugs.
P.A.U.S.E (Problematic Alcohol Use.. Say Enough) project - offers support to individuals and families affected by or experiencing problematic alcohol use.
PROPS North East - offers support for people whose lives are affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use.
Street Pastors Whitley Bay - trained volunteers who patrol streets at night on Fridays and Saturdays to help those in need, many of whom have used alcohol and may be in a vulnerable state.
Balance - the North East alcohol programme which works to reduce alcohol harm. The website includes information and evidence on alcohol-related harms.
National information and support
Drinkline - national free alcohol helpline for anyone worried about their own or someone else’s drinking. Call: 0300 123 1110 (lines open 9am–8pm on weekdays and 11am-4pm at weekends)
Alcohol Change UK - national UK alcohol charity’s website with advice and support about reducing alcohol-related harm.
Adfam - national charity which helps families affected by drugs or alcohol.
NHS drug or alcohol support - further advice and support on getting help for a drug or alcohol addiction.
Talk to Frank - a guide on illegal drugs and the associated effects and risks.