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Thousands of people from every walk of life struggle with alcohol or drug misuse in our region. Breaking the cycle can seem almost impossible.

but we know how to help. This is why The Alcohol & Drug Service is here. We're a charity that provides services for people with drug and alcohol problems. We've been delivering effective interventions in Yorkshire, Humberside & Lincolnshire for more than 25 years. If you are struggling with substance abuse, we can help. We support people to make positive change.

04/11/2026

A recovery worker supporting people affected by alcohol and drug use in East Yorkshire has become the first employee to complete a social work degree apprenticeship.

See website or 👉 https://hullwhatson.com/ads-recovery-worker-social-work-apprenticeship-east-yorkshire/

03/11/2026

Recovery starts with one conversation. If you’re worried about alcohol or drugs, we’re here to listen.

03/11/2026

The Alcohol and Drug Service is supporting its existing staff to gain professional qualifications 👏

02/11/2026

November dates for the Assist Team Pop-Up Brief Intervention, Screening and Referral Service for Substance Misuse in Hull.

📍 November dates in Hull
Come and find us at these locations across Hull this November:
🗓 Monday 2nd November
Bransholme Health Centre, Goodhart Road, Hull HU7 4DW
⏰ 10:00–14:00

🗓 Friday 6th November
Orchard Medical Centre, 480 Hall Road, Hull HU6 9BX
⏰ 10:00–14:00

🗓 Monday 9th November
Vineyard Church, Vulcan Street, Hull HU6 7PS
⏰ 11:00–14:00

🗓 Friday 13th November
Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2JZ
⏰ 09:00–13:00

🗓 Monday 16th November
North Point Shopping Centre, Goodhart Road, Hull HU7 4EE
⏰ 10:00–14:00

🗓 Friday 20th November
Hull Central Library, Albion Street, Hull HU1 3TF
⏰ 10:00–14:00

🗓 Monday 23rd November
Emmaus Charity Shop, 51 Whitefriargate, Hull HU1 2HP
⏰ 10:00–14:00

🗓 Friday 27th November
Freedom Centre, 97 Preston Road, Hull HU9 3QB
⏰ 10:00–14:00

Drop in, no appointment needed. Please share so this reaches anyone who might need it.

02/11/2026

From today, it's illegal to sell any v**e or ni****ne product to under-18s anywhere in the UK 🚫

This will help protect children and young people from ni****ne addiction, as part of the To***co and Vapes Act.

Here's what's changed:

✅ The under-18s sales ban now covers all v**es and ni****ne products, including pouches, strips, pearls and ni****ne-free v**es

✅ Adults who buy, or try to buy these products for anyone under 18 are committing an offence

✅ No more giveaways or substantial discounts

✅ No more vending-machine sales of v**es or ni****ne products

✅ Rogue retailers can be hit with fixed penalty notices for a range of offences

The health advice still stands though: va**ng is less harmful than smoking and can help adult smokers quit, but it isn't risk-free.

If you don't smoke, don't v**e. Children should never v**e.

01/11/2026

Support, advice and wound care, when you need it.

The Inclusion Health Vehicle will be visiting Bridlington Mind Homeless Hub on Wednesday 4th November 10am–12 noon.

A nurse will be available to provide wound care, offer advice and support, and answer questions about all aspects of wound care.

Whether you need help with an existing wound, advice on caring for an injury, or guidance on keeping wounds clean and healthy, come along and speak to our nurse.

📍 Where: Bridlington Mind Homeless Hub
📅 When: Every other Wednesday, from 21st October
⏰ Time: 10am–12 noon

Everyone deserves access to the care and support they need. Come along – we're here to help.

31/10/2026

Thinking about your drinking or drug use? You don’t need to have it all figured out to talk to us. Free, confidential support is available. Get in touch today.

30/10/2026

Huge congratulations to recovery worker, Kate Harvey, who has become the first ADS colleague to complete a social work degree apprenticeship.

Kate spent three years studying at the University of Hull while working full time and completing two placements. She did it all after returning to work following a career break to raise her children.

In her role, Kate has supported local people experiencing homelessness or involved with the criminal justice system. She's helped them get healthcare, manage bills and build the everyday skills they need for a more settled life.

Was all the hard work worth it? Kate's answer: "100% yes."

Kate is the first of seven ADS colleagues taking this path, with six more due to graduate over the next three years.

Thinking about a career that makes a real difference? Kate's advice: "The opportunities are there. There is lots of training and support. Drug and alcohol services really do want people to come and work for them."

You can read the full article via the link in the comments below 👇

29/10/2026

No one recovers alone. Peer support, groups and community help people stay strong and feel understood. Here, you’ll find people who’ve been there and get it.

27/10/2026

A clearer mind brings new possibilities. Many people in recovery return to work, start studying or find passions they’d forgotten. Your future is still being written.

Address

Kingston House, Priory Park West, Saxon Way
Hessle
HU139BP

Telephone

+441482320606

Website

http://ads-uk.org/

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