South West Recovery Cafe

10/08/2026

If anyone would like to go to this- there has been a bus arranged for Annan and Dumfries - you should need to fill in your details by following the link!

Huge thank you to Recovery Coaching Scotland for organising this 💜

(Copy and past the link below!)

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10/08/2026

Blood-Borne Virus (BBV) Testing & Vaccination

NHS Specialist Drug & Alcohol Service

NHS Dumfries and Galloway Specialist Drug and Alcohol Service.

✔ FREE ✔ CONFIDENTIAL ✔ QUICK
Knowing your status could protect your health and the people you care about.

Why should I have a BBV test?

• 🩺 Early diagnosis means early treatment.
• ❤️ Protect your liver and immune system.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Protect partners and family.
• 😊 Peace of mind whether your result is positive or negative.
What are BBVs?

BBVs are viruses spread through blood and some body fluids:
• Hepatitis B (preventable with vaccination)
• Hepatitis C (usually curable)
• HIV (very effective treatment available)

Could I be at risk?

💉 Shared injecting equipment

❤️ Unprotected s*x

🎨 Tattoos/piercings with unsterile equipment

🌍 Medical treatment abroad



Protect Yourself

💉 Hepatitis B vaccination is FREE for people at increased risk.
There is currently no vaccine for Hepatitis C or HIV.

Without treatment there is the potential of ....

⚠ Liver damage
⚠ Liver cancer
⚠ Serious illness
⚠ Weakened immune system (HIV)

The good news!

💊 Hepatitis C can usually be cured.
💊 Hepatitis B can be controlled.
💊 HIV treatment allows people to live long, healthy lives.

Our team can arrange FREE BBV testing and Hepatitis B vaccination.

Speak to your nurse or worker or Tel: 01387 244555

06/08/2026

Asking for help with drugs or alcohol shouldn't mean losing your dignity.

You have the right to be treated with respect, to be listened to, and to have a say in your own care. These rights are set out in Scotland's Charter of Rights for People Affected by Substance Use, and you can now read exactly what they mean for you on our website.

Not sure where to start? Our team is here for you.

06/08/2026

💜 FEMALE RECOVERY WARRIORS CRAFT STALL 💜
🦋 Handmade with Hope 🦋

We’re so excited — Female Recovery Warriors will be at Goldielea’s summer fair on Saturday 15th August 11am until 2pm, Free Entry!

Everything on our stall has been made by the women in our group.
This time we have:
💜 Handmade purple ribbons for Overdose Awareness & Fibromyalgia Awareness
🍬 Sweets crafted into wee fancy “nik naks”
🍰 Homemade tray bake
+ other handmade crafts

Every sale helps us keep our safe, supportive space going.
Come along, say hi, grab a treat, and support local women 💛

Thank you Dumfries for all your support!



ADP Dumfries and Galloway
South West Recovery Cafe

06/08/2026

💜 SOS Recovery Fest is coming to the South of Scotland! 💜

Join us for an afternoon of hope, connection and community as recovery communities from across the Scottish Borders and Dumfries & Galloway come together to celebrate recovery.

📅 Sunday 20th September
🕛 12:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Focus Community Centre, Galashiels

Enjoy a fantastic day featuring:

🎵 Live music
🍔 BBQ
🎨 Creative recovery activities
🧘 Mindfulness sessions
💬 SMART Recovery meeting
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children's activities
ℹ️ Information stalls
🤝 And much more!

Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, working in the sector, or simply want to be part of a welcoming community event, everyone is welcome.

SOS Recovery Fest
Scotland Starts Here. Hope Starts With Us.

Please like, share and help us spread the word. Together, we can celebrate recovery and build stronger communities across the South of Scotland.

04/08/2026

Tuesday Annan Recovery Group
Powerful share from a group member ❤️
5 minute life drawing charcoal sketches ✍🏼
Great sketches everyone ❤️

04/08/2026

TONIGHT 6:30 KATE’S KITCHEN

Guess whose back? Back again?
The Annan Recovery Group 💜
This Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm

01/08/2026

Huge thank you to Nicky for courageously sharing the roots and trauma in her life which led to addictive behaviours. Nicky is 6 years (long-term recovery), she shared openly and honestly about her struggles and sustaining recovery ❤️‍🩹

Nicky is a rare and beautiful human 💜

It takes so much strength and bravery to share so vulnerably - she is an inspiration 💜

Thank you so much to our recovery community for coming and connecting! 💜

Thank you so so much to all our volunteers and for all they do 💜

01/08/2026

Guess whose back? Back again?
The Annan Recovery Group 💜
This Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm

01/08/2026

If you’ve quit co***ne and feel worse before you feel better - read this:

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