Substance misuse
Information and support services
Substance misuse is a serious issue that affects individuals, families and communities. The main accessible service is Turning Point Leicestershire & Rutland, which is an integrated substance use service designed to meet the needs of local people and offer support for drug and alcohol use.
Turning Point has also created a self-help digital tool, My Turning Point, that is accessible on smartphone, tablet and computer. It provides 24/7 access to a range of guided and self-help sessions that can help with your drug and alcohol use, as well as emotional heath and other wellbeing issues. To find out more, please visit my turning point (turning -point.co.uk).
The links below provide information about drugs, alcohol and the support services available in the Hinckley and Bosworth area:
- For more information about drugs and who to contact for friendly, confidential advice: Talk to Frank (talktofrank.com)
- Units and how many you are consuming (nhs.uk)
- Health effects of alcohol (drinkaware.co.uk)
- Turning point (turning-point.co.uk)
- Outreach centre for turning point:
- Hinckley Health Centre: 29 Hill Street, Hinckley, LE10 1DS
- The Salvation Army: 7 Lancaster Road, Hinckley, LE10 0AW
Last updated: 02/07/2024 10:19
