Turning Point Inspiring Futures

05/06/2026

We want you to be clued up and understand the difference between THC, CBD, and Spice - what they are, how they affect you, and their legal status.

⚠️ Knowing the facts = staying safer for you and your mates.
💡 Quick reminders:
Not everything in a v**e is what it seems.
Some substances can be harmful, addictive, or illegal.
Don’t assume it’s safe just because others are doing it!

✅ Look out for each other
✅ Stay informed
✅ Speak up if something doesn’t feel right

📌 Save this post and come back to it when you need a reminder
📲 Share it to help keep your friends in the know

💬 And don’t forget, if you, a friend, or a family member needs support, reach out.
Inspiring Futures is Wakefield’s drug and alcohol service for people aged 25 and under. Ready when you are 💙

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/wakefield-inspiring-futures

04/06/2026

Encouraging everyone in Wakefield to go and visit the AIDS Memorial Quilt at WX Wakefield and also a big thank you for allowing us to be a part of this event, it is an honour. 💛

Wakefield is the first city to welcome the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt outside of London, in partnership with UK AIDS Memorial Quilt Conservation Partnership.
The piece will be displayed from today until Sunday 7 June 2026.

All 43 blocks will be displayed at WX alongside the recently rediscovered documentary film There Is A Light That Never Goes Out, about the 1994 Hyde Park display of the Quilt.

Selected individual panels will also be on display in various locations around the district including: The Hepworth Wakefield, Theatre Royal Wakefield, The Art House Wakefield, Longboat Wakefield, Anglers Country Park, Pontefract Castle (official), Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Queen's Mill Castleford and Maurice Dobson Museum in Darfield, Barnsley.

Turning Point
AIDS Memorial Quilt
WX Wakefield

03/06/2026

A gentle reminder 💛
Support is always here, not just on your worst days.

If you’re struggling with drugs or alcohol, or worried about a friend or family member, Turning Point Inspiring Futures is here for you.

We are Wakefield’s drug and alcohol service for young people aged 25 and under — offering free, confidential, and non-judgemental support.

📩 Reach out anytime — ready when you are.

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/wakefield-inspiring-futures

01/06/2026

Struggling with your Ketamine use, or know some-one who is?

Inspiring Futures is here to support, when you need it.
Find out more- https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/wakefield-inspiring-futures

30/05/2026

Next week, WX Wakefield will host the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt exhibition, as Wakefield becomes the first city outside London to welcome this powerful and important installation—and we’re proud to be part of it.

From 4–7 June, all 42 quilt blocks will be on display at WX Wakefield, alongside selected individual panels exhibited at locations across the city.

The UK AIDS Memorial Quilt represents more than 500 people lost to HIV and AIDS and is part of the world’s largest community art project, originally founded in the USA in 1985 by activist Cleve Jones. Created as both a memorial and a form of protest, the Quilt continues to raise awareness of HIV and its ongoing impact on individuals and communities today.

Some of the Turning Point Inspiring Recovery team will be at WX during lunchtime on 4th and 5th June, available to answer any questions about our service.

We’re really looking forward to visiting the exhibition and meeting lots of new people.



Find out more at https://wxwakefield.short.gy/Quilt

22/05/2026

If you and your mates are heading out this Bank Holiday weekend—have fun and stay safe 💛

Look out for each other, know your limits, and make a plan to get home.

And if your drug or alcohol use is starting to feel like too much, you’re not alone. We’re here when you’re ready, offering free, confidential support and advice for those under 25 💬

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/wakefield-inspiring-futures

15/05/2026

Ketamine awareness starts here!
We’ve launched a new professional training session exploring how ketamine affects the body and mind, the risks of using it, how to respond to a potential overdose, and where to find support, whether you’re under 25 or over 25.

🎥 Please take some time out to watch and share to help raise awareness and support others.

This professional training session covers how Ketamine affects the body and mind, early warning signs, and how to access support as a young person under 25. ...

12/05/2026

My Life Cards: Photography Competition📸

Turning Point are creating something powerful with young people, for young people and we want you to be part of it.

Introducing My Life Cards, a therapeutic deck helping young people explore feelings, start conversations, and find support when life gets tough.

Each card features:
✨ A powerful photo
✨ One word to spark reflection

Now we need you.
If you’re under 25, share a photo that captures real emotions, real moments, real life.

Your perspective could help someone feel understood, let's create something meaningful together❤️.

Find out more about the categories and enter the competition:
www.turning-point.co.uk/discover/my-life-cards-photography-competition

07/05/2026

What a great day we had yesterday hosting the Integrated Recovery event alongside Turning Point Inspiring Recovery and Turning Point Inspiring Families 😁

01/05/2026

Heads up Wakey!

Inspiring Recovery, Inspiring Futures and Inspiring Families are closed Monday 4th and Monday 25th May for May Bank Holiday.

We hope you have a safe and fun weekend.