Somerset Council is still offering support for people who chose New Year to make positive lifestyle changes.
The council continues to support organisations providing this assistance, especially as the start of the year, often a time for new beginnings, follows a busy festive period.
Campaigns such as ‘Dry January’ have proved successful, targeting those reconsidering their relationship with alcohol and drugs.
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In collaboration with Somerset Council, SDAS set up information stands at Musgrove Park and Yeovil hospitals, as well as at Job Centre Plus locations throughout January.
SDAS offers free, confidential and non-judgmental support that is tailored to individual needs.
Their services include one-to-one support, evidence-based programmes, prompt assistance within five to ten days of referral and comprehensive help for young people, families and friends.
SDAS also provides access to detox and rehab services.
Somerset Council commissions Turning Point’s SDAS, which provides free and confidential support to adults, children and families affected by alcohol and other drugs.
A Somerset Council spokesperson said: "For many people, the start of the year is a time for fresh starts and new beginnings, following a busy festive period, which often involves overindulging.
"Campaigns such as ‘Dry January’ have been successful at targeting those who may be questioning their relationship with alcohol and drugs."
For more information, visit the Turning Point website.
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