Sexual Health, Drugs & Alcohol

Drug and alcohol abuse causes many problems in the short and long term both socially and physically. Be wise, keep safe and stay away. If you know someone abusing drugs or going too far with alcohol or you are yourself, it could be wise to get as much support as possible. There is so much support to take advantage of, it really is worth tapping into it.

Talk to Frank your A-Z to drugs, you can email or call advisors for confidential help on 0800 77 66 00.

Kent Drug and Alcohol Action Team offer support for families who have drug abuse within the home – including advice for parents. Information is available in many languages on this site.

KCA is a counselling, advice, prescribing and information service for anyone worried about their own or someone else's drinking or drug use. Visit 171 Beaver Road, Ashford, Kent TN23 7SG, call 01233 640040 or email ashford@kca.org.uk.

Alcoholics Anonymous offer support and information for people with alcohol problems.
Helpline: 0845 7697 555.

Alateen support for young people aged 12-20 affected by a parent's or someone else's drinking. Call 0207 403 0888.

Department of Health gives government guidelines describing the maximum amount of alcohol that women and men should consume each week, to avoid harming their bodies.

Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Aware UK - This website is designed to raise awareness, give informed choices, provide information and support for people affected by foetal alcohol syndrome.

The National Association for Children of Alcoholics give information and advice for children of alcoholics, and for medical practitioners, social workers, nursing staff and teachers.
Phone: 0800 358 3456.

You can also see the Keep Aware webpage for info about Spiking.

Sexual Health

OK, let’s talk about sex…….or maybe your partner doesn’t want to – that could be the problem! Maybe you’re confused about your sexuality and need someone to talk about this with. Talking to a friend or family member can be best and helps but sometimes that can be really difficult, here are some organisations offering information or confidential advice and help:

Family Planning Clinic

Starting on Saturday 1 September 2007 there will be a Saturday Family Planning Clinic between 2pm and 4pm at the Vicarage Lane Clinic, specific for young people.

Useful Numbers

Family Planning Vicarage Lane Clinic Ashford - 01233 204105

Choices for Young People - 01233 204105

Relateen - 01227 766094

Gay & Lesbian Helpline - 0207 8377324

Sexwise - 0800 282930

Young People’s Helpline - 08000 728 748

Ashford Borough Council, Civic Centre, Tannery Lane, Ashford TN23 1PL
Call: 01233 330290 Email: info@whatmattersashford.co.uk Text: 07765 897208