DerbyshireCGL

DerbyshireCGL 18 or under living in Derbyshire? Have questions, worries or just want information on drugs and/or alcohol? Get in touch and add us on Instagram!

We don't judge, we just listen and are a free and confidential service.

Feedback Friday Our group work is free for schools, alternative provision, youth clubs and residential homes across Derb...
04/09/2026

Feedback Friday

Our group work is free for schools, alternative provision, youth clubs and residential homes across Derbyshire.

We can accommodate small group work between 3 and 8 up to full school years (over a few lessons)

We can do our basic drug awareness, cannabis awareness or alcohol awareness. We can also create bespoke pieces if you are worried about certain issues.

Want to know more about how we can support your young people?
Email [email protected] or call 01773303646



International Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of how we can prevent drug-related overdose. T...
31/08/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of how we can prevent drug-related overdose. The campaign also aims to remember those lost to drug overdose and break down the stigma that may stop people from accessing support.

This year’s theme is: 25 years on. Still needed.

You can learn more about synthetic drugs on our website:
www.changegrowlive.org/advice-info/drugs/nitazenes

27/08/2026

Signs that your drug use might be causing issues.

If you have one or more of these signs it may be time to take a closer look at your use.

Understanding more about the drugs you are taking and your reasons for using is a great first step.

If you aren’t ready to make changes then we can help give you info on keeping safe.

If you're thinking of taking steps to make changes to your use get in touch.

You don't have to completely stop and we work with you even with the smallest of changes.

DerbyshireCGL is here for you.



Myth Monday You don’t have to be taking drugs every day for it to be an issue, either. Dependence on a drug can be physi...
24/08/2026

Myth Monday

You don’t have to be taking drugs every day for it to be an issue, either. Dependence on a drug can be physical, psychological or both.

You might have noticed that you can’t do everyday things without using first, or maybe you have experienced some kind of withdrawal when you’re not using.

Other people might have seen a change in your behaviour, or you might have started taking risks that put your health or safety in danger.

Whatever the reason, change is possible with the right support.

We don't tell you that you have to stop or cut down unless you want to.

We can provide support and guidance to learn how to be safe with your drug or alcohol use.



Myth MondayNever leave your friend alone. If they pass out and are breathing, try to wake them. Put them in the recovery...
17/08/2026

Myth Monday

Never leave your friend alone. If they pass out and are breathing, try to wake them.

Put them in the recovery position

Call for an ambulance. You never know what they have taken and they may be having an overdose.

For more ways to stay safe contact us.



Feedback Friday We love your feedback.If you like the sound of our support, you can self refer via our website. Check ou...
14/08/2026

Feedback Friday

We love your feedback.

If you like the sound of our support, you can self refer via our website.

Check out our page for more advice and guidance.



Myth Monday Any amount of drug use can be harmful. The best way to stay safe around drugs is to not take them. But if yo...
10/08/2026

Myth Monday

Any amount of drug use can be harmful.

The best way to stay safe around drugs is to not take them.

But if you do use you should follow this advice

Start low and go slow - it's hard to know strengths of drugs or if anything else has been mixed in. Everyone has different tolerances.

Don't use alone

Don't mix with other drugs and alcohol. Even over the counter medication can change the effects.

Know the signs of overdose.

Test your drugs so you know what you are taking.

Understand what effects you can expect from the drug you are using.

Don't share equipment and keep it clean.

For more advice and guidance on a specific drug get in touch.



Myth or truth Just because your friends don’t appear to have negative side effects from the drugs they take, doesn’t mea...
04/08/2026

Myth or truth

Just because your friends don’t appear to have negative side effects from the drugs they take, doesn’t mean they don't.

Everyone has different tolerances and they can change over time.

Long term effects can occur after prolonged use.

It’s important to learn about the substances you want to take, short term and long term effects and how to stay safe while using them.

DerbyshireCGL can provide non-judgemental free advice and guidance about alcohol and substances.

For support

☎️call 01773 303646

📧email [email protected]

💻Check out our website

📱Or send a DM



Address

Suite 1-5 Thomas Henry House
Ripley
DE53BU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441773303646

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