Self-management tools

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
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
The perfect companion to AA’s 12 step programme.
Connect and chat to other people in recovery anonymously across the world.
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.
