Alcohol and drugs

If you live in Lancashire and want some help to get more control of your substance use or to become drug and/or alcohol free, there are specialist treatment services available across the county.

These services also provide advice and support for family members, carers, and anyone affected by someone else’s substance use. You are not on your own and we can help you.

Support for young people, parents and carers

Find advice and tips for talking to your children about the risks associated with underage drinking.

YouthZone provides information and advice about drugs and alcohol for young people in Lancashire.

We Are With You is a Lancashire wide young people's drug and alcohol treatment service (for under 25's). They also support parents whose children are using substances, offering 1:1 support for parents, virtual or face to face. 

Tel: 0808 164 0074

Email: spoc.yalancs@wearewithyou.org.uk

Website:

  • We Are With You Lancashire - Preston, South Ribble, Chorley and West Lancashire, Lancaster and Morecambe, Fylde and Wyre, Burnley, Pendle, Ribble Valley, Rossendale and Hyndburn

We Are With You - smoke free service

Support for children up to the age of 18 who are vaping or smoking cigarettes.

Email: spoc.smokefree@wearewithyou.org.uk

Website: www.smokefreelancashire.org.uk 

Support for adults

Inspire Lancashire - drug and alcohol support service

Free, confidential support for anyone affected by drugs or alcohol across the county. Whether you want to cut down, stop completely, or get advice for someone else, Inspire can help.

Inspire Lancashire is part of Change Grow Live and works in partnership with local councils and health services to ensure everyone has access to compassionate, person-centred support

They offer:

  • One to one and group support for drug and alcohol recovery
  • Specialist treatment and harm reduction advice
  • Health and wellbeing checks
  • Naloxone training and supply
  • Community outreach and education
  • Free training for professionals and workplaces

How to refer:

Tel: 08081 698 673

Website: www.inspirelancs.org.uk

Confidential Helpline

Worried about drugs or alcohol? Not sure where to start?

Call the free, confidential helpline for support, advice, and information.
No pressure – just someone to talk to when you’re ready.

Tel: 0800 484 0811

Available: 9am – 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am – 1pm Saturday and Sunday

Recovery Support Service

Red Rose Recovery – commissioned by Lancashire County Council

Offers tailored support to help people rebuild their lives after substance misuse.
Services include:

  • Group sessions and one-to-one support
  • Community events and volunteering opportunities

To access support, visit one of our Hubs listed below or call 01772 821 440.

Central Lancashire – 33 Lune Street, Preston, PR1 2NN

East Lancashire – St James Old School House, Cannon Street, Accrington BB5 2ER

North Lancashire – 58 Penny Street. Lancaster, LA1 1XF

Website: https://redroserecovery.org.uk/

The Well Communities

A recovery community built on support, inclusion, and lived experience. For over a decade, we’ve helped people across North Lancashire and Cumbria overcome drug and alcohol challenges, rebuild confidence, and move toward healthier, more positive lives.

We offer free, long-term support for anyone facing issues such as addiction, offending, homelessness, mental health challenges, or trauma. Our peer-led approach, backed by professionals and partners, creates a safe space where people can belong, grow, and give back.

At The Well Communities, our community drives our work - because recovery is a journey we take together.

Website: https://www.thewellcommunities.co.uk/

Lower My Drinking App

Want to reduce your drinking?

Lower my Drinking App provides expert advice and evidence-based tools to help you reduce your alcohol consumption and improve your health and wellbeing

Download the Lower My Drinking app for expert guidance and support.
Available on Google Play and Apple App Store.

Social care

Our Substance Misuse Team help people access alcohol or drug rehabilitation services, helping them to prepare, throughout rehab, and within the community after rehab.

National Bodies, advice and information

Other services that provide support and information

  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): is a free self-help group. Its "12-step" programme involves getting sober with the help of regular support groups.
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA):  provides confidential peer support and recovery meetings for individuals affected by drug addiction.
  • Cocaine Anonymous (CA): is a free, self-supporting fellowship offering support and recovery for anyone seeking freedom from cocaine and other substances.