Drugs and Alcohol
Understanding the risks and realities of drugs and alcohol, and how to seek help if needed, is essential for keeping your children and young people safe.
This section provides parents with practical guidance on how to talk to children and young people of all ages about substance use, recognise early warning signs, and seek help if needed.
You’ll find expert advice, and resources to support open, honest conversations that build trust and resilience.
Whether you’re wanting to prevent a situation happening or dealing with a current issue, we’re here to help you navigate this challenging topic with confidence and care.

Drug and alcohol resources
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Covering all community safety for our youth
- Drugs and alcohol
- Exploitation
- Mental health
- Bullying
- Healthy relationships
- Pornography
- Online safety
- Stronger families
- The importance of dads
- Tips
- Neurodiversity
Our downloadable toolkits

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Let’s Talk Pre-Teens
This toolkit provides insight into the issues affecting our 9 to 12 year old children and offers practical ways to support them.

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Let’s Talk Teenagers
This toolkit gives you valuable insights into teenage challenges and practical ways to help.
