Community Substance Misuse Team
| Who Are We? |
The CSMT are a dedicated team of Drug and Alcohol Keyworkers who offer a range of services to people who are having problems with their drug and/or alcohol use.
We do not ask for a commitment to abstinence before we will work with you. We aim to help you make informed choices and to minimise harm.
| When are the Clinics? |
At the Primary Care Centre there is a Shared Care clinic on Tuesday Mornings from 9.30am to 1pm and Thursday mornings from 9am to 12noon.
A GP referral only clinic is run on alternate Thursdays from 2pm to 5pm
| How Do I Make An Appointment? |
We encourage people to refer themselves for treatment. This can be done by calling our office on 01743 258800.
We also take referrals from GPs at the health centre.
| What Services Are Offered? |
- Substance Misuse Assessments
An opportunity to talk through your problem and to find out how we may be able to help you.
- Counselling
For those who want to look at the underlying reasons for their substance misuse and make positive changes.
- Detoxification
We can arrange a referral for in-patient detoxification at a specialist unit. Home detoxification is also available after assessment.
- Substitute Prescribing
For those looking to stabilise and reduce their drug use with the aim of becoming drug free. This is carried out with the aid of GP/Specialist Prescribers.
- Advice and Information
Leaflets for general health advice; drugs and alcohol information; safe injecting; sexual health. You can speak to a member of the team on any of these issues or other matters that may be worrying you.
| Useful Websites |
For more information, we recommend that you look at these other resources.
Talk to Frank – www.talktofrank.com
Family Alcohol & Drug Support – www.adfam.org.uk