About us
Our Story
Spinney Hill Drugs, Alcohol and Addiction Support was established in order to help address the growing number of people from within our communities that are developing, or have already developed, an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol.
Unfortunately, drug use has been common within our communities for many years. However, the types of drugs being used have changed. In the past, most drug use involved ‘soft’ drugs like cannabis; more recently, Class A drugs such as cocaine and heroin have become more common.
We noticed that many of those who started taking drugs/alcohol recreationally were, over time, going on to become addicted to these substances. And once addiction takes hold, lives can unravel very quickly. People living with addiction can find it increasingly difficult to maintain jobs, manage their finances, sustain relationships and stay out of the criminal justice system.
Recognising this, some people struggling with addiction reached out for help. However, they found the existing support on offer, via commissioned drug support agencies, was not always able to meet their needs, and so they would often retreat back into their drug use, leading to a further spiral of depression, petty crime and, in some cases, suicide.
This led us on a journey to establish a confidential, community based, culturally sensitive drugs and alcohol support service and hence Spinney Hill was born.
How We Help
Spinney Hill Drugs, Alcohol and Addiction Support is a pioneering initiative set up to tackle drug and alcohol misuse. We provide information, advice and support to young people and adults, as well as concerned family and friends.
We offer free, confidential support from our base in Leicester, open to men and women. Our service is run mainly by volunteers.
We have close links with specialist agencies within the substance misuse community and, if required, can signpost clients for further intervention.
In addition, we aim to reduce risks by working closely with the wider community, as well as both statutory and voluntary organisations, by raising awareness of alcohol and substance misuse.
We aim to meet religious, cultural and language needs.
Your Privacy
We treat all information in the strictest confidence. Your details are kept secure in line with data protection law, and we have a policy for anyone wishing to access the information we hold about them.
Need support? Contact us – our service is free and confidential.
Want to help? Volunteer with us or make a donation.