Samaritans
Details checked Oct 2026Confidential emotional support for anyone who is struggling to cope, including people worried about someone else. You don't have to be suicidal to call.
Because addiction affects more than one person.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
When someone you love is experiencing addiction, it can affect every part of your life. Whether you're looking for answers, someone to talk to or simply a place where people understand, we're here to help you find your next step.
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You are not alone. You deserve support too. There is a way forward.
Find your way
What brings you here today?
Choose the option closest to how things feel right now. You'll get guidance, next steps and trusted UK support, with no sign-up needed.
- I'm worried someone I love has an addiction
- I'm worried, but I don't know what's going on
- Someone I love has relapsed
- I don't know how to help anymore
- I'm struggling with guilt, anger or exhaustion
- I need help setting boundaries
- My loved one is in recovery
- I want to understand addiction
- I need someone to talk to
Three ways in
Start wherever feels right for you.
Direction
“I don't know what to do.”
Practical guidance for navigating difficult situations, understanding options and deciding what to do next.
Find DirectionSupport
“I can't keep doing this alone.”
Connect with trusted UK organisations that offer helplines, groups and support for families and friends.
Find SupportUnderstanding
“Why is this happening?”
Accessible education about addiction, behaviour, recovery and its impact on relationships.
Understand AddictionOur promise
Our promise
- Direction when you're lost.
- Support when you're struggling.
- Understanding when nothing makes sense.
You cannot always change someone else's addiction, but you deserve support in navigating its impact on your life.
About Addiction & Us
For the people standing alongside addiction.
Addiction & Us exists for the parents, partners, children, siblings and friends standing alongside someone else's addiction. We bring together practical guidance, clear information and trusted UK support, so that nobody has to navigate this experience alone.
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Established organisations who can help.
These are independent organisations. We list them to help you find support. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by them.
Al-Anon Family Groups UK & Eire
Details checked Oct 2026Support groups for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. Meetings are held in person and online, and there is a confidential helpline.
Families Anonymous
Details checked Oct 2026Self-help groups for families and friends of people who use drugs or have related behavioural problems. Meetings run in person and online.
Adfam
Details checked Oct 2026A national charity working to improve support for families affected by drugs, alcohol and gambling. Its website includes information for families and help finding local family support services.
FRANK
Details checked Oct 2026Honest, confidential information and advice about drugs and alcohol, for people who use them and for anyone worried about someone else.
NHS addiction support
Details checked Oct 2026NHS information about getting help for alcohol and drug problems, including how to find local services. A GP can also be a good first point of contact.
You are not alone. You deserve support too. There is a way forward.