If you are worried about your own alcohol or drug use or concerned about someone close to you, help is available locally and nationally. You do not need to face this alone.
🏥 Local Services
North Tyneside Recovery Partnership (NTRP)
The main service in North Tyneside for anyone affected by drugs or alcohol.
Services include harm reduction, detox, substitute prescribing, abstinence programmes, and ongoing recovery support
📞 0191 640 0180
📧 NTRP_Admin@cntw.nhs.uk
P.A.U.S.E (Problematic Alcohol Use… Say Enough)
Tailored support for individuals and families affected by alcohol use
🌐 Living Well North Tyneside – Services – Alcohol Support – P.A.U.S.E.
PROPS North East
Support for families and carers affected by someone else’s substance use
Counselling, peer support, and practical advice
📞 National Helplines & Charities
Drinkline – Free national alcohol helpline
☎️ 0300 123 1110 (Mon–Fri 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm)
Alcohol Change UK – Advice on cutting down and harm reduction
🌐 Alcohol Change UK
Adfam – Support for families affected by drugs or alcohol
🌐 Adfam
Talk to Frank – National drugs advice service with information on substances, risks, and support
🌐 Talk to Frank
✅ Remember: You do not need a GP referral to access NTRP—you can contact them directly.