Choose You
If you’re worried about your own use, or you’re concerned about a friend, family member or a young person in your life, know that compassionate and judgment-free support is available. Contact our local cental Bedfordshire Choose You service.
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Drugs & alcohol – Choose YouDrinkaware
Digital tools to help you assess, track and set goals to reduce your drinking.
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Drinkaware toolsDrinkline
If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.
Phone
0300 123 1110Talk to Frank
If you have a problem with drugs, you can Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.
Phone
0300 123 6600
Text
82111
Website
Talk to Frank
Email
frank@talktofrank.comNHS Drink Free Days
Drink Free Days is for people who like a drink but want some support in tracking and cutting down on the booze as well as better understanding the risks.
Google Play Store
Download NHS Drink Free Days on the Google Play Store
Apple App Store
Download NHS Drink Free Days on the Apple App StoreAlcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
Phone
0800 9177 650
Website
Alcoholics Anonymous Great Britain
Email
help@aamail.orgAsana Lodge
Slow Everything Down and Begin To Heal At Asana Lodge.
Our holistic clinic treats conditions such as drug and alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety disorders and stress burnout.
Along with our treatment services, we also provide a free national helpline which is available to local communities throughout the UK.
Phone
01908 489 421
Website
www.asanalodge.com
Email
info@asanalodge.comPath 2 Recovery
Path to Recovery (P2R) is a one stop service which provides advice, treatment and support to adults 18+ whose lives are affected by drug or alcohol use. They are open to residents of Bedford Borough or Central Bedfordshire.
Phone
01234 352 220
Website
www.elft.nhs.ukAquarius
If you’re under 18, support is available from Aquarius
Phone
01234 341 977
Website
www.aquarius.org.uk
Drugs and alcohol
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 25 April 2025