Heroin addictions significantly impair an individual’s life and come hand-in-hand with many physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms that have devastating consequences. As heroin addictions arise, having someone to talk to can make all the difference.
In addition to our own 24/7 dedicated helpline, several other heroin addiction helplines are on hand to ensure that help, advice, and guidance can be accessed at all times.
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What Are Heroin Addiction Helplines?
Often the first port of call for individuals that find their life controlled by addiction, heroin addiction helplines are national hotlines that provide free support to those who require it.
Though heroin addiction helplines are frequently contacted by those struggling with addiction, many heroin addiction helplines have been designed and created to ensure that families, friends, and employers concerned about an individual have somewhere to turn for the guidance they may need.
Heroin Addiction Helplines
To ensure that heroin addiction help can be sought when needed, we have outlined the heroin addiction helplines that can be accessed throughout the United Kingdom below.
Dan 24/7
Located in Wales, Dan 24/7 is a bilingual drug and alcohol helpline that provides immediate support to those struggling with heroin addictions.
Free to call, Dan 24/7 is confidential and provides a wealth of advice regarding heroin addiction treatment.
To take advantage of this helpline, call 0808 808 2234.
Frank
Frank, or Talk To Frank as it is otherwise known, provides information about heroin, the effects of heroin use, heroin addictions and treatment available.
Supporting those directly and indirectly affected by heroin addiction, Frank’s helpline also ensures that a suitable rehab centre can be located.
To contact Frank, call 0300 123 6600.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous provides confidential support and guidance for heroin addictions.
In addition to supplying a heroin addiction helpline, Narcotics Anonymous hosts various heroin addiction support groups throughout the United Kingdom. These support groups can be attended in person and online.
Whether you would like to talk to someone about your addiction or attend a support group, Narcotics Anonymous’ helpline can be contacted between 10 am and 12 am by calling 0300 999 1212.
Samaritans
Heroin addictions often come hand in hand with mental health disorders. Combined, addictions and mental health disorders increase the risk of suicide.
Providing confidential support, Samaritans have helped many individuals take the first step in overcoming their addiction by ensuring that they have someone to talk to.
On hand to support individuals 24/7, 7 days a week, call 116 123 to speak to a Samaritans volunteer.
Adfam
A heroin addiction helpline for families, Adfam offers unconditional advice to individuals concerned about a loved one’s relationship with Heroin.
Contact Adfam by calling 020 3817 9410.
Families Anonymous
Similarly to Adfam, Families Anonymous offers immediate support to the families, friends and loved ones of individuals struggling with heroin addiction.
An online forum created by those who have previously watched an individual go through heroin addiction, Families Anonymous provides a safe space for advice to be sought.
To contact Family Anonymous’ helpline, call 0207 4984 680. Alternatively, visit their online forum here.
Addiction Advocates 24/7 Helpline
At Addiction Advocates, our own 24/7 free, dedicated helpline is on hand to ensure that support and guidance can be sought by those struggling with heroin addictions. Families of individuals who are struggling with addiction can also contact us directly.
To take advantage of our helpline, call 0800 012 6088.
Heroin Addiction Treatment
Contacting a heroin addiction helpline will undoubtedly provide the support and guidance you need. Yet, when heroin addiction is present, treatment must be additionally sought via rehab.
Provided by both NHS rehabs and private rehab clinics, addiction treatment helps people from all walks of life conquer their heroin addiction.
Though the treatment offered depends on the severity of addiction, the rehab attended, and an individual’s personal needs, addiction treatment commonly includes a medically induced detoxification, rehabilitation and a wealth of therapies.
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Should you require heroin addiction treatment or find yourself hoping to talk to someone about your addiction’s impact on your life, please get in touch with us today.
In contacting our helpline, we can help you secure heroin addiction treatment at an inpatient rehab.
Likewise, please contact us if you are concerned about a loved one, friend, or family member and want to understand how you can support them.
We can help you make a referral. If need be, we can also stage an intervention to ensure that heroin addiction treatment is sought.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- [1] Dan 24/7 - https://dan247.org.uk/
- [2] Frank - https://www.talktofrank.com/
- [3] Narcotics Anonymous - https://ukna.org/
- [4] Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.org/
- [5] Adfam - https://adfam.org.uk/
- [6] Families Anonymous - http://famanon.org.uk/
Seth is an author, addiction recovery expert and fully accredited member of the national counselling society. He has experience working with a wide range of addictions and mental illnesses using a number of evidence-based therapies and programmes such as the SMART models of addiction recovery.
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