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Do you need urgent help with addiction?

DATUS isn’t a crisis service, but don’t worry. We know from experience the best places to reach out to.
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There are a number of things you can do if you feel like you’re in need of urgent help with your addiction. Scroll down to find the most suitable service:

Dial 999 or attend your nearest A&E department if:

  • You have harmed yourself or another person
  • You are worried about keeping yourself or other people safe
  • You have acted on any suicidal thoughts
  • You feel out of control

Contact your local 24-hour NHS urgent mental health helpline if:

  • You need to speak to a trained mental health professional urgently
  • You are experiencing suicidal thoughts but have not acted on them
Mental Health helpline for Urgent Help (England)

If you’re not at immediate risk but still need help or someone to talk to:

If you are looking to access specialist drug and alcohol treatment, you can self-refer to the Specialist drug and alcohol service covering Birmingham by visiting our partners at Change Grow Live (CGL).

Still reading?

We’re glad you’re with us. If none of the above apply, you might be ready to access some DATUS services. You can find out more about what we do and how we can help below:

DATUS Services

Quick references

Samaritans
Drug Addiction (NHS)
Alcohol Addiction Services (NHS)
Drinkline (0300 123 1110)
Local Authority Social Care

Birmingham

Adult Social Care
Young People & Families

What is peer-led service?

It means everyone at DATUS who you deal with will have personal experience of issues connected with substance misuse.

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