Drug and alcohol support

There is national and local support for people addicted to drugs or alcohol. This includes support for people affected by someone else’s addiction.

Addiction support | NHS explains what addiction is and how to find support.

Honest information about drugs | FRANK offers information and advice about drugs.

Alcohol support | NHS has advice about stopping drinking.

Drug and alcohol services in East Sussex

See a list of drug and alcohol support services in East Sussex.

Search East Sussex 1Space directory for addiction and substance misuse services.

Project ADDER supports adults in Eastbourne and Hastings with an addiction to cocaine or opiates.

Young people

The Under 25s Substance Misuse Service is for young people who are using alcohol or drugs. They provide specialist treatment for users and advice for parents and carers. 

See: Drug and alcohol services for children and young people | East Sussex County Council

Online recovery tools

Free online self-help tools can help people recovering from addiction. They offer meetings and online training programmes.

Self-help addiction recovery | UK Smart Recovery