DAFS (Drug & Alcohol Family Support)
Who We Are
How We Make a Difference
We work to help families find themselves again within the chaos of their loved one's substance and alcohol use disorder.
We provide unconditional, compassionate and empathetic support, in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.
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We share our own lived experiences so that families can connect with each other, build trust, and no longer feel alone.
We are a voluntary service, where all affected family members and individuals (18+), regardless of circumstances, are welcome.
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We work to bring awareness to our communities, and we strongly believe that families deserve recovery too.
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Our Family Support Group is built on the belief that everyone has resilience within them, and that resilience can be nurtured with the help of a supportive community. Our face to face meetings provide a place of trust, where you can be heard without judgement & where everything is confidential.
DAFS encourages self-care, self-reflection, learning, personal growth and bonding. Join us today to learn more.
Testimonials
"Sometimes truly just not feeling alone is the pick me up that carries me through"
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"A non-judgemental, safe and secure environment. Someone may just offer a piece of advice or knowledge that helps you turn a corner and see some light at the end of a dark tunnel"
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"Come along to group and they will help you build your strength. Take it in your own time, only you know the right time to open up. But rest assured when you are ready, these lovely people will be there to hold you up"
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"This group saved my life so keep strong"
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"Thank you for last nights meeting, it really helped more than you know to say it all out loud"
Our fortnightly group sessions are extremely popular and are an opportunity for you to share experiences, fears & most importantly HOPE with others who are going through the same trauma. There is never any pressure to share: we encourage kindness, empathy, honesty, respect & above all else, trust. Below is the timetable of our groups - once you have completed the referral form, a member of our team will contact you to confirm the best suited location for you.
Fortnightly Groups
Alternative Groups
MONDAY
Willen, Milton Keynes
Fortnightly face-to-face evening group held at a community location in Willen, Milton Keynes (location confirmed with you upon referral confirmation). Coffee, tea & biscuits are provided for a small voluntary contribution.
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7:20pm - 8:50pm
TUESDAY
Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes
Fortnightly face-to-face evening group held at a community location in Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes (location confirmed with you upon referral confirmation). Coffee, tea & biscuits are provided for a small voluntary contribution.
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7:20pm - 8:50pm
WEDNESDAY
Westcroft, Milton Keynes & Bedford
Fortnightly face-to-face evening group held at a community location in Westcroft, Milton Keynes and also in Bedford (location confirmed with you upon referral confirmation). Coffee, tea & biscuits are provided for a small voluntary contribution.
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7:30pm - 9pm
MONTHLY
MONDAY
The Lighthouse, Leighton Buzzard
A monthly face-to-face evening group held at The Lighthouse in Leighton Buzzard. Coffee, tea & biscuits are provided for a small voluntary contribution.
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7:30pm - 9pm
monthly
thursday
Online zoom meeting
A monthly evening group held online via zoom (link confirmed with you upon referral confirmation).
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7:30pm - 9pm
Online Sibling zoom meeting
A monthly evening group held specifically for siblings of loved ones in addiction over zoom (link confirmed with you upon referral confirmation).
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7:30pm - 9pm
Activity Schedule 2024
MONTHLY WELL-BEING CRAFT NIGHT
On the 1st Wednesday evening of each month, we hold a well-being craft night for our group attendees, allowing some time to focus attention on something positive and creative. Each month we create something different - you need not be any kind of creative genius to attend these, all skill levels welcome!
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