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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.

02/11/2026

Throwback to the weekend.

Here are our teams pumpkins

Like pumpkins, drugs come in lots of shapes and sizes.

When using drugs they all have different effects and we all react differently.

How much, how strong and the method of taking, as well as our environment and how we are in the moment of taking make a difference.

Remember go slow and low
Check in our your current state having drugs while in negative space, mentally or physically can mean you don't have a positive time.
It's important to know what you are taking. Getting your drugs tested is the best way to be sure.
Let someone know what you are taking incase of a medical emergency.

We provide education and harm reduction around drugs and alcohol. Contact us to learn more about the drugs you are taking or thinking of using.

21/10/2026

Ilkeston fair is back this week,

Here are our tips to staying safe.

Some of our colleagues will be around Thursday and Friday evening for any advice and support.

16/10/2026

We know it can be hard deciding to ask for help.

DerbyshireCGL workers will meet you where you feel most comfortable; at home, at school or in the community.

We provide support face to face but can speak to you to arrange this via phone call, text or email.

If you need more breaks, shorter sessions or to be seen more regularly, we can accommodate your needs.

For support and guidance around drugs and alcohol get in touch.

To refer yourself or someone else to DerbyshireCGL, check out our website for an online referral form.

10/10/2026

It's World Mental Health Day.

Your mental health matters to us.

At DerbyshireCGL, we work alongside you with your drug and alcohol use, but we also provide advice and guidance to support your mental health.

We also work in partnership with other mental health professionals to help you get the support you need.

It's ok to talk and we are here to listen.

To get support from us go to our website and fill out a referral form.

You can also contact us via socials, Call 01773 303646 or email [email protected]

08/10/2026

At DerbyshireCGL we know it's important to feel safe on your nights out. Thats why we provide our young people with Spikies, bottle caps and cup covers.

If you are 18 and under living in Derbyshire, we can provide you with tips and advice on how to stay safe with drugs and alcohol.

Get in touch to get your free cup covers and spikies.

Happy Celebrity Traitors day

01/10/2026

It's go sober October

Check out our top tips

Benefits of going sober

Clearer head
More energy
Better sleep
Weight loss
Healthier you
Happier bank balance

Ask for Help

If you drink heavily and regularly it may not be safe to completely stop drinking alcohol.

Speak to a CGL worker on how you can cut down safely

Know your why

Your why is your motivation for making a change and there are lots of reasons why cutting out alcohol is a positive thing to do.

Ask for support

Telling your friends and family will help them understand why you won't be drinking.

There are times when friends and family may not be as supportive as you'd like.

Remind yourself of your why and that you alone are in control of your decisions.

CGL can support you with your changes.

Take it a day at a time.

It's more manageable than looking at a full month.

Look at the times and days you drink

Are you in the same place or with the same people.

Once you understand your habits you can replace them with healthier ones.

There are alcohol free options you can try or you could choose to visit other places to help stick to your goal.

Congratulate yourself for what you achieve

No matter how small the milestone is.

25/09/2026

Feedback Friday
Professional feedback

"I have been impressed with the positive working relationship that you have developed with the student, who prior to your involvement, was not an easy student to engage in offers of external agency support.

You have certainly made a difference to this student and this has been seen through the progress that he has been making and the reduction in concerns relating to substance use."

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

Website

http://www.changegrowlive.org/young-peoples-service-derbyshire/info

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