Change Grow Live North Northants

20/10/2026

🌟 Great day at Kettering General Hospital!

CGL North Northants attended a Health & Wellbeing event with Ed, one of our brilliant volunteers.

We had some really positive conversations with professionals and the wider public about our service, treatment pathways, workshops, volunteering and harm reduction.

💜 We also raised awareness of naloxone, explained how it saves lives and gave out several kits.

A great opportunity to connect, share knowledge and strengthen local partnerships.

🤝 Working together to reduce harm and support recovery.

23/09/2026

Fentanyl and carfentanil are extremely potent opioids and can sometimes be present in he**in. You can’t tell by looking, and even a small amount can cause an overdose.

If you use he**in, there are steps you can take to reduce harm:

💚 Don’t use alone — make sure someone you trust is nearby
💚 Make sure naloxone is available
💚 If you’re injecting, start with a much lower dose than usual
💚 Inject slowly rather than all at once
💚 Smoking a small amount first can reduce the risk compared with injecting straight away

Signs of an opioid overdose can include:

⚠️ Very slow, shallow or stopped breathing
⚠️ Pale or blue lips or fingertips
⚠️ Loud snoring or gurgling noises
⚠️ Loss of consciousness

If you think someone has overdosed, call 999, give naloxone if you have it, and stay with them until help arrives.

You don’t have to be ready to stop using to ask for support. Our team can offer confidential, non-judgemental advice to help you stay safer.

23/09/2026

💜 Recovery Month Celebration – North Northamptonshire 💜

As Recovery Month draws to a close, we’re bringing people together across North Northamptonshire for some fun, shares, food and recovery-focused activities.

Each of our three events will be slightly different, but they all have the same purpose: to celebrate recovery, create connection and give people the opportunity to share their experiences in a positive, informal and welcoming environment.

📍 Kettering – Monday 28 September
The KCU, Kettering
🕧 12:30pm–2:00pm
We’ll hear a short recovery testimonial, followed by an opportunity to reflect and a fun recovery-themed quiz.

📍 Corby – Tuesday 29 September
Stevie Way Community Centre
🕜 1:30pm–3:00pm
A short recovery testimonial will be followed by a recovery-themed quiz and time to connect with others.

📍 Wellingborough – Thursday 1 October
St Barnabas Church
🕛 12:00pm–1:30pm
Wellingborough will have a slightly different twist, with one of our service users sharing a short stand-up comedy routine as part of the session.

🍪 Snacks and drinks will be available at all three events.

Recovery looks different for everyone. These sessions are about celebrating progress, hearing real experiences, having some fun and reminding people that recovery is possible and nobody has to do it alone.

If you would like to attend, please reach out to your Recovery Worker. We look forward to welcoming you.

Everyone welcome! 💜

18/09/2026

Lean, also known as purple drank, syrup or sizzurp, is made by mixing cough medicine containing codeine, with a soft drink and sometimes sweets. People take lean to experience feelings of relaxation, euphoria, or drowsiness.

However, it can also cause serious side effects. Codeine is an opioid, so taking it can lead to physical dependence – and unpleasant withdrawal symptoms if you stop.

Other side effects can include:

- Slowed breathing
- Loss of consciousness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Reduced control over movements

If you’re going to take lean, start low and go slow, and try not to take alone. Having someone with you, or who knows your plans, can be life-saving in an emergency.

Learn more about lean here:

https://www.changegrowlive.org/advice-info/drugs/lean

13/09/2026

CGL North Northants had a fantastic day at the National Recovery Walk in Bradford alongside Community Recovery. 💜

Community Recovery are working hard behind the scenes developing a local lived experience recovery organisation, bringing people together and strengthening recovery across North Northamptonshire.

Please follow their page and consider joining the movement. 💜

08/09/2026

Community Recovery are facilitating a trip to the Recovery Walk in Bradford this Saturday.

Community Recovery is a local lived-experience recovery organisation, bringing people together and helping to build connections with the wider recovery community.

There are still a few spaces available on the coach. If you would like to join us, please speak to your Recovery Coordinator and we’ll get you added to the list.

It promises to be a fantastic day celebrating recovery, connection and the positive changes that are possible.

Food and drinks throughout the day will be provided! 😊

We’d love to see you there. 💜

05/09/2026

Co***ne overdose can happen. Knowing the signs could save a life. ⚠️

Signs that someone may be experiencing a co***ne overdose can include:

❤️ Chest pain
🥵 Overheating
🤢 Nausea
💓 A very fast heart rate
😵 Confusion, agitation or seizures

If you think someone is having a co***ne overdose, call 999 immediately and stay with them until help arrives.

Using co***ne? You can reduce some of the risks by starting low, going slow and avoiding mixing substances where possible.

If you’d like confidential, non-judgemental advice about co***ne or other drug use, our teams are here to help. 💚

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27/08/2026

🚶‍♀️ Recovery Walk – Bradford 🚶‍♂️

CGL are really pleased to share the upcoming Recovery Walk in Bradford on behalf of our friends at Community Recovery. 💜

Recovery walks are a great opportunity to come together, celebrate recovery, connect with others and show that recovery is possible. 🙌

If you’re interested in attending and live locally, or would like more information, please reach out to Community Recovery — I’m sure they’d love to hear from you.

👉 Please also give their page a follow to keep up to date with their work and upcoming activities.

💜 Celebrating recovery. Building connection. Creating hope. 💚

"Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations." 💛

Recovery is about taking life one day at a time, celebrating every step forward, and lifting each other up along the way.

Community Recovery (a lived experience recovery organisation based in Wellingborough) invites you to join us for the UK Recovery Walk 2026 in Bradford!

Whether you are in recovery yourself or a friend, family member, or ally supporting someone on their journey, everyone is welcome.

Event Details:

* Date: Saturday, 12th September 2026

* Coach Departure: 8:00 AM from Wellingborough (exact pickup location TBC)

* Event Highlights: Live music, food & drink stalls, family fun activities, and community stalls

* Cost: FREE entry event!

Together we walk. Together we recover. Together we are stronger.

📩 Want to reserve a seat on the coach?

Send a direct message and we will get you sorted!

19/08/2026

Ketamine can cause serious harm.

Regular use can damage your bladder and may also affect your memory and mood. Warning signs can include needing to p*e more often, pain or burning when urinating, or blood in your urine.

Bladder damage can become severe and lasting, so please don’t ignore the signs. Early support can make a real difference. 💜

If you are struggling with ketamine or any other substances, please contact your local hub. We are available, our support is free, confidential and non-judgemental. 🤝