Self-management tools

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There are a wide range of digital tools and online resources available to provide information and support drug or alcohol recovery that can help you self-manage your drug and alcohol issues. Here you will find links and information on recommended sites and apps, handpicked by our team.

1 in 4 of us struggle with mental health challenges, like feeling low or anxious. Based on 2 decades of clinical research and proven therapies, Silver Cloud programmes provide the tools and skills to feel better and stay better with secure immediate access to online programmes tailored to your needs.

Each Silver Cloud programme uses proven methods like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), giving you the skills to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Programme modules are easy to use and the activities, videos and content can be worked through anytime on your computer, tablet, or phone.

Wellbeing

Programmes that give you the skills to deal with everyday issues that affect your emotional health.

  • Alcohol
  • Stress
  • Resilience
  • Sleep
  • COVID-19

Mental health

Programmes to help alleviate the symptoms of common mental health conditions.

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Panic
  • Money worries

Chronic health

Programmes that focus on the mental health aspects of living with a long term condition.

  • Chronic pain

We offer two ways in which to access Silver Cloud, one is self-supported and the other is supported by a named recovery worker from our service.

Self supported programmes

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Service supported programmes

If you require support to access your chosen programme please email torbay.drugandalcoholreferrals@nhs.net or ask your worker to make a referral for you.

Useful links

SMART Recovery
Self-help addiction recovery programmes from alcoholism, drug addiction, gambling and more.
Website: smartrecovery.org.uk

Adfam
Information and support for the families of drug and alcohol users.
Website: adfam.org.uk

Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous is a community of people who support each other to achieve and maintain a drug free life.
Website: ukna.org

Know Cannabis
Website: www.knowcannabis.org.uk

Talk to Frank
Website: www.talktofrank.com

Re-Solv
Re-Solv supports anyone in the UK whose life is affected by solvent abuse.
Website: www.re-solv.org

Cocaine Anonymous UK
Website: www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk

Drinkaware
Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice

Alcohol Change
Website: alcoholchange.org.uk

Alcoholics Anonymous
Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

Tools

AA 12 steps app

The perfect companion to AA’s 12 step programme.

iTunes Google Play

Sober Grid app

Connect and chat to other people in recovery anonymously across the world.

Google Play

You can also access support through a variety of local and national support groups.

If you need further support you can contact the Torbay Recovery Initiatives (TRI) team.