Arrows drug and alcohol support

What we do

• assessment and support for Adults experiencing substance misuse
• direct access for Moray Integrated Drug and Alcohol Service
• recovery support, one to one and group
• harm reduction advice
• Naloxone training
• needle exchange

Who is the service for?
Arrows is a service for anyone worried about alcohol and drug use, whether their own or a loved one’s. Substance use problems can develop over time, and it is important for individuals to recognise where drugs or alcohol are having an impact on their wellbeing, relationships or lifestyle. Support is available to anyone with any concerns, no matter how small, about drinking, drugs or legal highs.
At times it’s the friends, family or other people around an individual who may recognise their drug or alcohol issue first. Arrows can support friends and family to understand and discuss problematic substance use with their loved ones.

What support is available?
Arrows offers a listening ear and provides advice and information for people facing addiction issues. Our one-to-one and peer group support helps to build motivation, set goals and manage addictions/dependency using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy approaches and Motivational Interviewing.  We can support you to recognise the impact that substance use is having on your life and help you build a plan for the future.

How do I access support?
You can drop into our Elgin office during opening hours. We are located near the end of the High Street, with both a High Street entrance and side door entrance on Kilmolymock Close. Alternatively, you can call, text or email and we can arrange to meet with you at a convenient time and location to discuss support options.

Will I be anonymous?
You can contact the service anonymously to speak to someone, and disclose your name or information on your own terms. We will only keep or share information about you with your consent and your ongoing support will be agreed in partnership with you. We do have a duty to share information where we have concerns that you or an individual are at risk of harm.

Will you involve my family or friends?
We recognise the benefits of including family members and loved ones in accessing support and ongoing recovery. We can discuss this with you should you wish to include a family member or friend, or you yourself wish to be included as a supportive factor in a loved one’s recovery.  Get in touch with us on the contact details below.