Drug and Alcohol
Listed below are some organisations / support groups that provide information and advice about Drugs and Alcohol.
Although the information was originally collected for use within the Linlithgow community we hope the list could be useful to others.
The Help Centre website is a joint initiative by St Michaels’ Parish Church https://stmichaelsparish.org.uk and The New Well https://thenewwell.org/
Al-Anon
Al-Anon Al-Anon Family Groups provides support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking, regardless of whether that person is still drinking or not. Members provide one another with mutual support, by sharing their experiences with each other at an Al-Anon meeting. Confidential Helpline 0800 0086 811 for anyone affected […]
Last updated: February 25, 2026
Alcohol Focus Scotland
Alcohol Focus Scotland Provides information on alcohol, the problems it causes and works to reduce harm caused by alcohol.
Last updated: July 1, 2026
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Scotia Region
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Scotia Region Lists Scotia Region Intergroups with access to the Meeting Calendar for upcoming meetings.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
ASH Action on Smoking and Health
ASH Action on Smoking and Health Charity working in and for Scotland to bring about a healthier country, free from the harms and inequalities caused by the use of tobacco and related products. Provide expert information and advice on stopping smoking and or tackling the use of addictive health-harming tobacco and related products.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Castle Craig Hospital
Castle Craig Hospital Private residential centre for people struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. The website has an addiction information and resources section aimed at helping people who are suffering from alcohol, drug or behavioural addiction problems or for anyone who wants to help a loved one.
Last updated: February 25, 2026
CrossReach
CrossReach Social care and support service by the Church of Scotland delivered through specialist teams in Children and Families, Adult Care and Older People Services for everyone not just church members. Offer a person-centred approach which aims to empower people of all ages to live life to the full.
Last updated: January 13, 2026
Families Anonymous
Families Anonymous Offers meetings, resources and services for families who has a member with a drug problem or dependence. Members-only online discussion forum.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
FRANK
FRANK Drug information and advice. Parents, carers and friends worried about someone can call 0300 1236600
Last updated: February 25, 2026
Guide for Veterans
Guide for Veterans The guide was written by a granddaughter of a veteran and contains resources that provide Mental Health, Housing and Financial support available to veterans / ex-servicemen. It also provides information about ‘Jobs and Training for Veterans’, ‘Scholarships for Disabled Veterans’, ‘Help for Injured Veterans’, ‘Help for Blind Veterans’ and ‘Help for Carers of […]
Last updated: April 10, 2026
Hope UK
Hope UK A drug education charity which works to equip young people with the skills they need to make healthy choices when faced with decisions about legal and illegal drugs. Works with groups and individuals in formal and informal settings helping them develop the knowledge and skills they need to live healthy lives.
Last updated: February 25, 2026
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) United Kingdom
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) United Kingdom Non – profit fellowship for those with a major drug problem. Recovering drug addicts who can help you get and stay clean. Help with finding a meeting either face to face or online. Provides support and advice about drug addiction whether they’re an addict, a friend or family member, a […]
Last updated: February 25, 2026
National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA)
National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA) Provides information, advice and support for everyone affected by a parent’s drinking
Last updated: July 1, 2026