We understand that substance use impacts the whole family and wider community, not just the individual. We take our work with families and carers very seriously.
Parent Support Link (PSL) provide an integrated family and carer support service to anyone affected by someone else’s use of drugs or alcohol. They work with parents, partners, friends, brothers and sisters, anybody who is being affected by someone else’s drug use.
People can often feel embarrassed or ashamed of their loved one’s use of alcohol or drugs. This can leave people feeling that they are unable to talk to other family members or friends without feeling judged or embarrassed.
For 24/7 confidential support, call 023 8039 9764.
Parent Support Link have a range of experiences which enables us to support you in difficult times where it can be common to feel anxiety, isolation, shame, depression and lots of other emotions.
We have lots of support options available such as:
- One-to-one support by appointment
- Support groups
- Whole family sessions
- Couples support sessions
- A chance to find out what other help is available
- Information on drugs and alcohol
- A confidential and non-judgemental listening policy
- Secure space to say how you feel
- An opportunity and link to others in similar situations
- Confidentiality and complimentary therapies plus support group meetings held regularly in Hampshire
Watch a video about PSL, what they do and how they can help.
Additional support for friends and families
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SMART Family & Friends Programme
Find out moreRather than focusing on the loved one, the F & F Programme invites participants to spend time concentrating on themselves and their goals, an area they may have been neglecting for some time, as well as establishing healthier relationships with their loved one.
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Al-Anon Family Groups
Find out moreAl-Anon Family Groups offer support and understanding to the families and friends of problem drinkers, whether they are still drinking or not.
Alateen is part of Al-Anon and can be attended by those aged 12-17 who are affected by another person's drinking, usually a parent. -
Addiction Family Support
Find out moreSupporting affected or bereaved by a loved one's addiction.
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Adfam
Find out moreAdfam is the leading charity in England for all the millions of people affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use or gambling.