Author: Robin

DRP, Derbyshire’s drug and alcohol service have secured further funding from April 2024 To assist with future planning we hope you will contribute your views on what your community in Derbyshire needs from a local service. We are holding locality meetings on Microsoft Teams and hope you or a colleague can join us. These will…

Often, people are perplexed when individuals addicted to drugs and alcohol continue to carry on despite the often devastating consequences. Addiction is a very small piece of a much bigger puzzle which affects millions of people globally and is not just about using drugs or alcohol – it goes much deeper into our behaviours and…

Dry January 2024 – Are You In! We are two thirds of the way through Dry January… how many people are still dry and managing to abstain from alcohol and how many people have slipped into drinking again? If you are one of those who have returned to booze, don’t be too hard on yourself…

On the 1st February 2024, Time To Change will be hosting their time to talk day.  This year’s theme is about breaking the silence around mental health. It provides a platform for people to share their experiences, provide support, and raise awareness about mental health challenges. How You Can Get Involved Together, Let’s Break the…

Living or supporting someone who has problems with drugs and/or alcohol can feel like a rollercoaster which never reaches the end of the line. It can come will feelings of frustration, anger, guilt, shame and sheer tiredness. DAAS are part of Derbyshire Recovery Partnership (DRP) recognises the role that family and friends can play and…

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and unity. However, behind the festivities, a darker reality sometimes unfolds. Substance misuse, particularly the use of illegal drugs, can cast a shadow over the holiday season. It’s crucial to highlight the dangers and the impact it can have on both individuals and…

Derbyshire Alcohol Advice service has been a primary source of alcohol support in Derbyshire for almost 30 years. It began life as North Derbyshire Alcohol Advice Service, operating from a single room in Chesterfield with 3 part time counsellors. It is now a county wide organisation with 26 staff providing alcohol, drug and gambling support…

Everyone knows that the Christmas period is an expensive time of year even more so due to the rising cost of living, we can begin to feel the pinch in terms of finances. If you are struggle with problematic alcohol use this could lead to an even more difficult and stressful time resulting in more use…

Chesterfield Pride 23rd July 2023: Raising Awareness of Alcohol and Substance Use within the LGBTQ+ Community. As we gear up for the much-anticipated Chesterfield Pride on Sunday July 23rd, 2023, we are excited to announce DAAS, Stand To, and DRP at the event for the second year. We will be raising awareness of alcohol and…