Substance support service

Our substance support service is provided in partnership with Change Grow Live (CGL), offering support to people seeking help with drug and/or alcohol use.

We can offer:

• one-to-one support sessions
• ‘Step-by-Step’ peer support group
• peer mentoring
• access to LGBTQ+ counselling
• access to needle exchange
• access to sexual health testing
• access to Hep B vaccination and PrEP
• referrals for detox and rehab

A personalised recovery plan will developed following an initial assessment

We can also offer support for people engaging in Chemsex

You can self refer into our services by calling 0121 643 0821 or by emailing substancesupport@blgbt.org Referrals are also accepted from GP’s and other health professionals.

Women’s support

If you’re struggling with alcohol or drug use and identify as a lesbian, bisexual or transgender woman, you’re not alone.

Our dedicated LBT women’s substance support service is here for you. Our compassionate team offer confidential, 1-to-1 support tailored to you and where you are in your recovery journey. We offer support face to face, via the phone or WhatsApp – whatever suits your needs. We also have a welcoming LGBTQ+ peer support group where you’ll find understanding, guidance and community.

Take your first step towards recovery in a welcoming inclusive environment.

For more information please call, text or email: 0121 643 0821or email substancesupport@blgbt.org

Outreach 

Speaking with our team couldn’t be easier. You can catch us at various locations throughout Hurst Street every other Thursday evening, where we are available to offer information, advice and quick access into support. You can catch us at  – The Fox, Missing Bar, Sidewalk and Clone Zone throughout the month.

We also facilitate regular drop-in clinics at Anawim, SIAS (Solihull’s integrated Addiction Service) and HIV Clinics at Heartlands and QE hospital.

Referrals

If you feel you would benefit from support, download our brief referral form. Fill in your details and a member of staff will be in touch soon.

Referral form

If you are a professional and wish to refer someone into this service, use our external referral form and return it to substancesupport@blgbt.org. Please ensure consent is sought from your client and state that it is safe for us to contact them in your email.

External referral form