Taking Action On Addiction

Taking Action On Addiction Addiction thrives in silence. Recovery begins with conversation. The conversation starts here. However, change IS possible.

Addiction is the biggest preventable killer in the UK. Most people know someone who has been directly by addiction or is a friend or loved one or someone with an addiction. Addiction can be devastating for individuals, families and communities. People can and do recover.

27/05/2026

Samluke: Rise & Recover wasn't sure if he wanted to stop drinking, even after being hospitalised with pancreatitis in 2024, which was caused by his alcohol consumption.

It wasn't until a conversation with a therapist in rehab that he understood that he needed to address the reasons why he relied on alcohol to confront his addiction head-on.

Now over one year into his recovery, Sam uses his own experience of addiction to help others as a Recovery Coach.

We are truly grateful to Sam for sharing his story with us.

One conversation can change everything. Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

12/05/2026

Shane's life was in danger because of his addiction, and there was nothing his friends or family could do.

It wasn't until his third time in a rehabilitation facility that a member of staff finally got through to him, reminding Shane that addiction is a disease, not a choice.

This realisation set Shane on the path to recovery, and he is now passionate about changing the way we talk about addiction and those who face it.

One conversation can change everything - just like it did for Shane.

Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

29/04/2026

One conversation can change everything.

For John, it was the conversation he had with himself.

After catching his reflection one day, John was forced to confront the reality of his addiction, and in that moment, he made a promise to himself: to stop hiding, start being honest, and finally open up to the people closest to him.

That difficult but powerful decision became the turning point in his recovery journey.

By choosing honesty over fear, John found strength, support and a new beginning.

As John reminds us: “Your worst day in recovery will always beat your best day in addiction.”

Like John, your story could inspire someone else to start talking.

Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

27/04/2026

A powerful new national campaign, The Silence Ends with Us, is taking action on rising su***de, loneliness and drug-related harm within LGBTQ+ communities across the UK.

Led by You Are Loved, this movement combines a nationwide theatre tour, digital outreach, and the launch of “Ask Bobby”, a groundbreaking LGBTQ+ support directory connecting people to vital services when they need them most.

At the heart of the campaign is SMOKE, a bold q***r comic-thriller by Alexis Gregory, bringing real conversations about addiction, mental health and isolation to stages across the country, followed by live panels with local voices and experts.

Join the conversation at White Rock Theatre in Hastings tomorrow (28 April), where the post-show panel will feature The Forward Trust’s Inclusion Coordinator and Drug & Alcohol Practitioner, Darren Lacey.

The reality is stark: LGBTQ+ individuals face significantly higher risks of su***de and substance-related harm. But this campaign is about connection, visibility, and change.

Thank you to You Are Loved founder Mark Svensson for filming this video to explain the incredible work his organisation are doing.

Visit our website to find out more information on the tour and ways to get support for yourself or a loved one: takingactiononaddiction.org.uk/news/the-silence-ends-with-us-national-lgbtq-campaign-and-theatre-tour-launch-to-address-su***de-and-drug-related-harm

As the West End theatres tonight dim their lights to honour the Producer Robert Fox, we remember his incredible work for...
25/03/2026

As the West End theatres tonight dim their lights to honour the Producer Robert Fox, we remember his incredible work for addiction.

In recovery for 30 years, Robert was a long-term trustee of Action on Addiction who supported and championed so much of our work.

Thoughtful and generous, he was a founding influence for Taking Action on Addiction, who gave so much to the recovery community.

Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

24/03/2026

One conversation can change everything.

For Chrissy, it was sharing her story in a room full of strangers that changed everything.

Having attended an AA meeting, Chrissy was praised by an 'amazing lady' for her inspiring share. In turn, Chrissy was also inspired herself by the communal experience of listening, relating and finding common ground with those in the meeting.

Through multiple conversations from this and other AA meetings, Chrissy experienced first-hand how the kindness of others helped her to feel seen, supported, and gave her the strength to keep coming back.

Like Chrissy, you can also encourage other people to start talking about addiction.

Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

17/03/2026

For Gavin, it was a conversation with his probation officer that changed everything.

In this video, Gavin recalls that it was first time that he felt someone had truly acknowledged his trauma. In order to break the cycle of addiction, this conversation helped Gavin to realise - for the first time - that he was still 'operating in survival mode.'

Gavin's inspiring story highlights the hard yards of recovery - attending rehab, multiple relapses and then being able to find acceptance within himself.

As Gavin says, 'surrendering to his addiction' was the pivotal point in his journey, which set a more positive and hopeful mindset to fully commit to his ongoing recovery.

We’re so grateful to Gavin for sharing his story.

Want to help get people talking about addiction? Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

Recovery from addiction often begins with a single moment, conversation or person that helped to show you that change wa...
28/02/2026

Recovery from addiction often begins with a single moment, conversation or person that helped to show you that change was possible.

Taking Action on Addiction want to hear about the conversation that kick-started YOUR recovery journey.

What was said?
Who was there?
Why did it stay with you?

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26/02/2026

One conversation can change everything.

Whilst living in a tent, Jonathan spoke to a charity worker with lived experience of addiction who helped him get off the streets and start his recovery journey.

He now works at The Forward Trust and has important conversations with others who need it. We are so grateful to him for his hard work and for sharing his story.

Want to help get people talking about addiction? Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

26/01/2026

For Tam, it was a conversation with a probation officer whilst he was living in a hostel that changed everything.

Tam chose to stay at Clouds House, one of The Forward Trust’s residential treatment services, and has been on his recovery journey ever since.

With over 30 years of sobriety, Tam still remembers this one conversation, highlighting the importance of keeping the conversation about addiction going.

Share your story. Start a conversation. Change a life.

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