Ayrshire Council on Alcohol

22/10/2026

Notice of AGM

31/08/2026

🤢Hangover Monday? 🤯

Is your body asking for a reset?

✅ Hydrate
✅ Eat something nourishing
✅ Rest when you can
✅ Skip “hair of the dog”—more alcohol can prolong recovery.

If the amount that you’re drinking is regularly leaving you feeling anxious, unwell, or struggling to get through the day, support is available.

For free, confidential, information, advice & support please call 01292 281238 or e-mail: [email protected]

Be kind to yourself today.

30/08/2026

Don’t forget to pop along tomorrow for this FREE event - information stalls, entertainment, delicious food. Look forward to seeing you there!

Join us in person for International Overdose Awareness Day to honour lives lost and support those affected.

29/08/2026

💜 SATURDAY REMINDER 💜

A little weekend reminder: “not drinking” doesn’t mean “missing out.”

For the social vibe: mocktail night, board games, trivia, bowling, karaoke, cooking a meal or demolishing a sweet treat dessert.

For stress or difficult feelings: walking, photography, listen to a podcast, journal, call someone, guided meditation, exercise, therapy/support group.

For excitement: hill walking, gym, dance class, live music gig,

Enjoy your alternative plans and the morning after. Cheers to feeling good ⭐️

Call 01292 281238 or e-mail: [email protected] if you would like free, confidential, information, advice and support if you are worried about your own or a loved one’s drinking.

28/08/2026

🍷Weekend plans? 🍻

Keep the good times safe. If you’re drinking:

• Eat first and pace yourself
• Alternate with water
• Plan a safe lift home
• Never drive impaired
• Check in on your friends

A great night ends with everyone getting home safely 💜

If you are worried about your own or a loved one’s drinking call 01292 281238 or
e-mail:[email protected]

Free, confidential, one-to-one, support in discreet venues within South & East Ayrshire.

26/08/2026

Join Evelyn & Kerri at the FREE event marking International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday 31st August 2026 from 11am to 4pm at Woodroad Park in Cumnock.

💜Say hello at the ACA stall where we'll be championing recovery in East Ayrshire whilst remembering those lives lost to drug & alcohol use 💜

🎵There will be information stalls from a wide range of recovery services and community groups with guest speakers, music & good food (no charge) 🍔

This event is FREE to attend but we ask that if you can to register via Eventbrite for catering purposes.

Join us in person for International Overdose Awareness Day to honour lives lost and support those affected.

25/08/2026

Alcohol & Confidence ⚡️

Alcohol can make you feel more confident but feeling confident isn’t always the same as being in control.

As alcohol lowers your inhibitions, you may feel more relaxed, sociable and fearless. At the same time, it can affect your judgement, coordination and ability to recognise risk.

✅Know your limits.
✅Pace yourself and drink water.
✅Don’t rely on alcohol for confidence.
✅Look out for your friends.

Remember - confidence without clear judgement can lead to choices you wouldn’t normally make.

⚡️Real confidence is knowing when enough is enough⚡️

If you would like free, one-to-one, confidential. Information, advice & support whether you wish to cut down or stop your drinking call 01292 281238 or e-mail: [email protected]

Help is also available to those concerned about a loved one’s drinking.

24/08/2026

💜Grief & Alcohol 💜

Bereavement & loss can leave an overwhelming mix of sadness, loneliness, anger and anxiety.

Drinking alcohol can become a way of coping by numbing those feelings or simply helping to get through the day.

Alcohol can also intensify low mood, disturb sleep and make difficult emotions harder to manage.

What starts as an occasional coping mechanism can gradually become something that's difficult to control.

There is no timetable for grief, and reaching out for support is a sign that you don't have to carry everything alone.

If you are worried that you are drinking too much and would like to cut down or stop, free, one-to-one, confidential, information, advice & support is available. Call 01292 281238 or e-mail: [email protected]

Daytime & evening appointments are available in a range of venues throughout East & South Ayrshire for those aged over 16.

Are you worried or affected by a loved one’s drinking? We can also provide you with support to help you better cope.

23/08/2026

Sunday Reflection 🌄

Why Sunday is a Good Time to Reflect?

Consider your routine. Think about if you are having a drink because you truly want one or just out of habit.

Think about the "Sunday Scaries" - Alcohol can make Monday anxiety and low mood feel much worse.

Take some time on a Sunday to plan your week ahead. Shake up your routine. Try something new. Plan alcohol-free days.

Use a Sunday to give your body time to rest and recover before the new week begins.

If you are concerned about your drinking whether you wish to cut back or stop completely and would like some free, confidential, one-to-one, information, advice & support call 01292 281238 or e-mail: [email protected]

22/08/2026

🥂Saturday Reminder 🍻

It’s easy for a few weekend drinks to add up without really noticing. If you’re drinking this weekend:
• Pace yourself and take breaks
• Alternate alcoholic drinks with water
• Eat before and while drinking
• Know your limits — you don’t have to keep up with anyone else
• Plan a safe way home and never drink and drive
• Remember - choosing not to drink is always an option. Consider mocktails or non-alcoholic beers, ciders & spirits that are now available. Not a substitution for alcohol or suits everyone but a suggestion.

Enjoy your weekend and look after yourself 💜

If you would like some further information like a drink diary, measuring cup, unit calculator or to make an appointment in confidence to see someone on a one-to-one basis to talk about your drinking whether you wish to cut back a bit or stop completely please call 01292 281238 or e-mail:[email protected]

Daytime & evening appointments are available in a range of discreet venues if you are over 16 & live in South or East Ayrshire.

We’re also here to support those who are worried or affected by a loved one’s drinking.

Pick up the phone or send an e-mail. No judgement. Just a supportive, listening ear. Completely confidential.