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Alcohol and drug misuse is a real issue in Norfolk - and it's affecting real people in real businesses like yours. It's not easy to recognise these problems in employees, but with one in seven adults in Norfolk estimated to binge drink, not to mention other issues with alcohol and drugs, chances are your business is already being affected.

"I don't think I'm going to make it into work today...


...because my coke habit's getting a bit out of control."

...as my drinking is really starting to get out of hand."

These are not the kind of excuses you'll usually hear, but they're often the real reason why someone's performance at work is suffering - and why business performance is suffering as a result. But it's a problem NORCAS can help you deal with."

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The bottom line - alcohol and drug misuse affects business performance

Accidents, sickness days, compensation claims against employers who dismiss employees without complying with legislation - these are just some of the ways addictive behaviour impacts on business. And it all adds up.

  • Alcohol-related absence costs British industry over £2 billion a year
  • Drug misuse costs £800 million.
 

It pays dividends to be proactive

Knowing the signs of addictive behaviour, and having a policy in place to deal with it, can help protect your business against the negative and costly impacts of substance misuse.

As the largest independent charity providing services for people with drug, alcohol and gambling problems in East Anglia, having helped more than 10,000 people in 2010 alone, NORCAS is ideally placed to support you in this.

 

Our workplace services

Our specialist workplace services can be tailored to your business, to ensure the best results. They can have a positive impact by:

  • increasing awareness (which can reduce the likelihood of problems)
  • reducing harm
  • improving staff support and retention
  • reducing absence
  • increasing productivity
  • safeguarding customer relationships.
 

Policy and procedure consultation

We can help you ensure that your organisation has an effective drug and alcohol policy that's understood throughout, by:

  • assessing your organisation's needs,
  • reviewing any existing policies
  • providing a policy template
  • supporting you in the policy implementation process
  • giving you informative support materials.
 

Skills training and awareness raising

Training and awareness raising are key to successfully tackling drugs and alcohol at work. We offer various levels of training to suit different audiences and situations.

  • Foundation seminars for all levels of staff - looking at the myths and realities, understanding problems and solutions for the workplace which reduce harm - covering the company approach, the effects and risks of drugs and harm reduction advice.
  • Managers' and supervisors' courses - providing advice and support on recognising problems, raising the issue, appropriate responses, roles and responsibilities, sickness and disciplinary issues.
  • Health and welfare professionals' courses- for HR, Health and Safety and Occupational Health professionals, this covers recognition, responsibilities, linking with specialist services, effective interventions and confidentiality.
 

Assessment and treatment of staff

We have over 30 years' experience in helping people affected either directly or indirectly by a drug or alcohol problem. We can work closely with you and your employee, through a three-way agreement, to provide the best solution for the individual and for your business. This may include:

  • screening and assessment
  • up to 12 sessions of structured counselling
  • group work
  • access to clinical services.
 

Act now. There is no excuse.

For tailored solutions call Matt Wilson on 01603 227053 or email