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I chased the dragon for 7 years

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Flashbacks and blackouts

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I have been to hell and back

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Adventures in recovery

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Hellraising and hospitals

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Life and soul of the party

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Digital Inclusion

With funding from Hastings Direct, we bought some tablets and tasked one of our ESRA Connectors to set them up and to show people how to use them.

Lockdown Plan

ESRA will stay open during lockdown, but with some significant changes to the service. This is consistent with government regulations that allow in-person drug and alcohol support services.

Resilience in Lockdown

The most important thing that I can say to anyone in active addiction is to ask for help. Don’t be embarrassed. Walk through the door.

Lockdown Plan

ESRA will stay open during lockdown, but with some significant changes to the service. This is consistent with government regulations that allow in-person drug and alcohol support services.

Resilience in Lockdown

The most important thing that I can say to anyone in active addiction is to ask for help. Don’t be embarrassed. Walk through the door.

Care Around Treatment

ESRA’s Care Around Treatment (CAT) service will prepare new clients for rehab, encourage them while they are there, and help them re-integrate into their community afterwards.

ESRA Statement

ESRA has closed its doors in line with government guidance. A support plan has been put in place.

Staying well

UPDATED: 27 APRIL 2020. This page provides information, answers and advice for you to consider to stay well and happy during the lockdown. Photo by Jason Carter.

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CAT Referrals

Due to unprecedented demand, we are only accepting referrals for Care Around Treatment (CAT). All other referrals to ESRA have been suspended until further notice.