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05/06/2026

What's in the water?

According to national waste water analysis Sunderland is within the top cities for co***ne use. Data shows there isn't much difference between days of the week in terms of use, as their is with drugs like M**A (with weekends seeing higher usage).

Does this come as a surprise?

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/wastewater-analysis-estimating-drug-consumption/wastewater-analysis-estimating-drug-consumption

04/06/2026

Pride Month 2026 🌈

This Pride Month, we're proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community and reaffirm a message that sits at the heart of everything we do:

💜 Recovery Is For Everyone.

We know that LGBTQIA+ people can face unique challenges that impact mental health, wellbeing, and substance misuse, including discrimination, stigma, and social isolation.

Everyone deserves access to support that is compassionate, non-judgemental, and inclusive.

Whether you're taking your first step, supporting a loved one, or continuing your recovery journey, our service is here for you.

🌈Whoever you are
💜However you identify
🤝You are welcome here

03/06/2026

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a stall on Saturday's 'The Bridges Takeover' by for

Will we see you there between 10-4?

🖤🤎🩷🤍🩵❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

02/06/2026

📢 Research Opportunity for Young People (18–25)
Have you previously completed structured drug or alcohol treatment for non‑opiate substance use?

Your experience could help improve future support services.

🔍 About the study
This MSc Health Psychology research is exploring young people’s experiences of accessing drug and alcohol treatment services — including what helped, what made it harder, and what could be improved.

✅ Who can take part?
Aged 18–25
Live in the North‑East of England
Previously used non‑opiate substances
Have completed structured treatment
Comfortable speaking English

🗣 What’s involved?
A 1‑to‑1 virtual interview (45–60 minutes)
Confidential, voluntary, and audio‑recorded
Your contribution will help enhance knowledge and future support

📩 Interested in taking part?
Scan the QR Code or contact the author.

01/06/2026

During Half Term last week, CGL including attended multiple events to offer awareness and support to families across Sunderland. Got a question around dangers of alcohol or drug use, or need some support, give us a DM now!

29/05/2026

☀️ Sunny days, strong women & a garden glow-up! 🌱✨

This week at the SISTERS Project, things were a little quieter thanks to half term—but that didn’t stop our amazing women! 💪💖

After a lovely morning natter over coffee ☕ and biscuits 🍪, we headed out into the sunshine to kick-start the toddler garden renovation 🌼👶

There was some serious progress made—we cleared weeds (or as Monty Don would say… plants in the wrong place 😉🌿), tackled those pesky nettles, and started bringing the space back to life!

🤞 Fingers crossed the weather stays kind so we can keep the momentum going next week—with the full galaxy of incredible women 🌟 coming together to make this a welcoming, happy space for the little ones.

And of course… after all that hard work, we refuelled with pizza 🍕 and made plans for what’s next!

We can’t wait to keep sharing the journey of the SISTERS Project as it continues to grow 💕🌷

28/05/2026

Today is LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Day, more than 60% of LGBTQ people will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime yet remain unseen.
LGBTQ domestic abuse day aims to raise visibility, break shame and barriers.
Together, we can create a future with no invisible victims and survivors.

28/05/2026

What a fab day yesterday supporting the Washington event. Wear Recovery attended to discuss substance use with parents. Although we also had fun with the magician, foam and DJ!

Can't wait to see what they have in store at Raich Carter today!

No plans with the kids today, on this less sunny day? Why not come down and join in the fun. We will be around if you have any questions, or just want to say hi!

TODAYS THE DAY!

Pop along to the Raich Carter Sports Centre in Hendon between 1 and 3 pm for some FREE family activities!

Enjoy inflatables, face painting, sports and so much more!

We look forward to seeing you there! No registration needed, just turn up!

23/05/2026

Keeping festivalgoers safe while still catching a bit of Zara Larsson from outside the welfare tents at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 🎶💛

Mel and Georgia repping Wear Recovery and supporting people all weekend long.