Catch22 Merton Risk & Resilience Service

08/07/2025

Alcohol Awareness Week: Stay Informed and Stay Safe
🎉 Hey 🎉
It’s Alcohol Awareness Week, and we want to make sure you’re making informed choices about alcohol. 🍷🚫
Did you know that alcohol can impact your mental and physical health in many ways? Knowing the effects and understanding your limits is crucial to staying safe and healthy. 🧠💪
Here are some key tips:
💡 Keep track of how much you drink.
💡 Know the legal age and guidelines for alcohol use.
💡 Learn about what alcohol does to your body and mind.
💡 Get help if you or someone you know is having trouble with alcohol.
Let’s support each other in making healthier choices. Share this message to spread awareness! 💙💬

30/05/2025

07/01/2025

January Health Update for Merton Young People
Need Help with Smoking or Va**ng?
Curious about the risks and how these habits affect your health?
Thinking about quitting but not sure how to start?
The Catch22 Merton Young Person’s Risk and Resilience Team is here to support you! We provide personalised guidance to help you make informed choices, quit smoking or va**ng, and build resilience for the future.
What We Offer:
✨ One-to-one support designed just for you.
✨ Quick responses to your questions or referrals.
✨ Customised support plans to suit your needs.
Who Can Use Our Services?
If you live, work, study, or have a GP in the borough of Merton, we’re here for you.
How to Reach Us:
📞 Call us: 0203 701 8641
📧 Email us: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: Catch22 Merton Services
Take the first step today—let’s make 2025 your healthiest year yet! 💪

18/10/2024

This October, let’s take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free life! 🚭 Whether it’s your first time trying to quit or you’ve tried before, Catch22 Merton is here to support you all the way. Every day without smoking is a win for your body and mind. You’ve got this! 💪

💥 Why quit?

Improved Health: Feel better and breathe easier! 🌬️

More Energy: Be more active and enjoy life. ⚡

Save Money: Treat yourself to something amazing with what you save! 💸

Need support? You’re not alone. Join the thousands across the UK committing to 28 days of being smoke-free this Stoptober. You CAN do it! 🙌

03/07/2024

📅 Mark your calendars for Alcohol Awareness Week, July 1-7, 2024!

✨ Join us for special events:

📍 Civic Centre, Morden: 4 July, 11am-2pm
📍 Mitcham Town Centre: 5 July, 10am-12pm
Let's raise awareness and support each other! 💙

22/12/2023

✨ PARTY VIBES ALERT!!! Let’s keep the good times rollin’ with a quick reminder on how to keep our parties safe and epic!

1️⃣ Take time to eat food and drink lots of water before you go out & stay hydrated between alcoholic drinks. This will help mitigate the negative side effects of alcohol if you decide to have some drinks.

2️⃣ Don’t let a dead phone be your party buzzkill. Ensure your phone is charged so you can stay connected and safe.

3️⃣ Many drugs are odorless, colorless, and tasteless. If you leave your drink unattended, someone could spike your drink and you might not be able to tell. So... I am sure you know what to do!

4️⃣ Similar to the point above, don’t accept a drink from someone you don’t trust — especially if it’s in an open container. If you have trouble saying no when someone offers you a drink, consider bringing a water bottle to the party. Showing that you already have a drink may make it easier to decline an offer from someone you don’t know.

5️⃣ A good way to stay safe is to stop and think about what you’re doing or what you’re being asked to do, and make sure that those actions align with your core values. If not, don’t be persuaded by others. Don’t be afraid to firmly say no if something is making you feel uncomfortable.

6️⃣ It’s a good habit to leave a party with the same people you arrived with — this ensures that no one gets left behind. Discuss who will be your buddy for each outing, confirm you’ll help each other throughout the party as needed, and make sure you leave together.

7️⃣ If you’re going to an unfamiliar area, take time to check it out online before you go. Look for various routes to get to the destination, and make sure you know how to get back home.

8️⃣ Whether it’s a designated SOBER driver or a rideshare app, plan your way home BEFORE the party starts.

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🅓🅜 us today. It’s free and confidential.

📍Civic Centre, Morden Library, Morden, London SM4 5DX
📞 0203 701 8641

10/11/2023

Calling MERTON YOUTHS!!!
Are you a young person living in Merton? Spend 5 mins and complete a survey to develop future substance misuse services in your area!

Please scan the QR code or click link in bio to access the survey! 🌐

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