Sober Girl Society is a community of sober and sober curious women but we are not a recovery programme or substitute for professional help. As a first point of call, please reach out to your GP or your local alcohol service

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Alcohol Change - Alcohol Change UK is the leading UK alcohol harm charity. Their website has clear, non-judgmental information about alcohol, practical tips and tools, personal stories and blog articles

Change Grow Live - A health and social care charity that provides free and confidential support for people who are concerned about their alcohol or drug use. Change Grow Live prides themselves on making sure you are supported and treated as an individual, respecting your choices and finding the right treatment and care options

NACOA - A The National Association for Children of Alcoholics is a charity providing information and support for everyone affected by their parent's drinking through a free, confidential telephone and email helpline. Phone: 08003583456 or email helpline@nacoa.org.uk

Adfam - A national charity tackling the negative effects of drugs and alcohol on family members and friends. They improve life for thousands of people by empowering families and friends to get the support they need

Shout - Shout is the UK's first and only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone who is struggling to cope. To start a conversation, text the word ‘Shout’ to 85258

HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline - Ireland's national free and confidential helpline for anyone with concerns about alcohol or drug use, whether you want information, guidance or referrals to services near you. Phone: 1800 459 459 or email helpline@hse.ie

Alcohol Forum Ireland - The Alcohol Forum offer a range of programmes to support families, young people and parents across Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Monaghan & Cavan. If your family is struggling with alcohol or other drugs, conflict, anxiety, stress - you can contact them. Phone: +353 (0)74 9125596 or email info@alcoholforum.org

SAMHSA National Helpline – A free, confidential 24/7 service from the U.S. government that connects you with local treatment resources for alcohol and other substance use issues. Phone: 1‑800‑662‑HELP (4357)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Available 24/7 for emotional support, including help if alcohol misuse is linked to distress or crisis. Phone: 988.

National Drug Helpline – A toll‑free, 24/7 hotline offering information, support, and referrals related to alcohol and other drug addiction. Phone: 1‑844‑289‑0879

National Alcohol and Other Drug Helpline This hotline provides free and confidential information and support for people who have concerns about their own, or someone else's alcohol and/or other drug use. You can call the hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone: 1800 250 015

Lifeline Australia – Lifeline provides free, 24/7 crisis support for anyone struggling with emotional distress, including issues related to alcohol use. Phone: 131114 or text: 0477 13 11 14

9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline – The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline provides free, 24/7 support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or a suicide crisis, as well as people worried about someone they know. Call or text: 9-8-8

Drug Rehab Services Canada – Drug Rehab Services provides free, confidential professional help and referrals for people seeking support with alcohol or drug use anywhere in Canada. Phone: 1-877-254-3348

Tele-MANAS – Tele-MANAS provides free, 24/7 mental-health support for anyone experiencing emotional distress or other mental-health difficulties. It offers counselling, specialist support and referrals to further care. Phone: 14416 or 1800-89-14416

National Drug De-Addiction Helpline – The National Drug De-Addiction Helpline provides confidential counselling, guidance and referrals for people seeking help with alcohol or drug use, as well as their families. Phone: 14446

Alcohol Drug Helpline – The Alcohol Drug Helpline provides free, confidential support, advice and information for anyone concerned about their own or someone else’s alcohol or drug use. Trained counsellors can help callers understand their options and connect with appropriate treatment or local services. Available 24/7. Phone: 0800 787 797 or text: 8681

1737 – 1737 provides free, confidential, 24/7 emotional support for anyone in New Zealand experiencing distress or difficulties relating to their mental health or substance use. Callers and texters can speak with trained counsellors or peer-support workers. Phone or text: 1737

Department of Social Development Substance Abuse Helpline – A free, nationwide, 24/7 service providing counselling, guidance and referrals for people affected by alcohol or drug use, including their families. Phone: 0800 12 13 14 or text: 32312

South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) – SADAG provides free, confidential crisis counselling, mental-health support, information and referrals for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Available 24/7. Phone: 0800 567 567