NORCAS Launches New Service User Led Abstinence Group
Posted on | July 7, 2010 | 1 Comment
A new service is available for people in Norwich who want to continue their success in dealing with addictive behaviour.
The service user led abstinence group was launched in April by NORCAS to provide
support, motivation, encouragement, understanding, common connection and/or goals for
those that are abstinent from alcohol and drugs.
Saul Trower, team leader at NORCAS in Norwich said: “The new abstinence group was set
up by NORCAS service users to provide support for those that had finished their structured
work programme and wanted a safe space to focus on maintaining their abstinence. My
role is to support the group members and communicate any needs to the team and wider
organisation. We are very pleased to be able to offer this service in order to provide a safe
haven for people wanting to remain on the right track. Two of the group members have also
been attending NDAP training for service users, so that they can go on to help others who
have been in a similar situation to themselves.”
The facility, which is run by service users for service users, is based in Exchange Street in Norwich. Service users set the agenda, rules, referral system and raise awareness of the group’s activities. The group meets each week on Fridays 2pm to 4pm. Those wanting to join the group can turn up at 4pm and have a chat with existing members.
The facility, which is run by service users for service users, is based in Exchange Street in Norwich.
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July 16th, 2010 @ 2:19 pm
Great to see things moving ahead, Saul.
I’ve now started full-time work with the LEAP scheme. I am employed through St. Martins Housing Trust.
I will ensure that I inform relevant people of the existence of the abstinence group & wish you & the service-users every success with this invaluable project.