Users of mental health services may also need help to deal with drug or alcohol dependence. Drug and alcohol treatment in Sheffield is commissioned by the Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT). The team is part of the Safer Communities Partnership, which includes partners from the Council, health, police and probation. A range of services are commissioned from both the NHS and voluntary organisations.

The DAAT works closely with partners, treatment providers, service users and carers to ensure there is a range of quality services to meet the needs of Sheffield people. Full details of the work of the DAAT and treatment providers may be found on the website: www.sheffielddaat.org.uk. You can contact them on 0114 273 6851.

All treatment agencies provide a service to those who need it, including those with mental health problems. However, those with severe problems may need more specialised help and the Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust (SHSC) is able to give an additional level of support. SHSC only accepts referrals from GPs and other professionals.

For information and advice about drug problems, contact Turning Point Adult Services who run a drop-in where people can attend without an appointment. Call 0114 275 5973 to get details of the drop-in, make an appointment or speak to someone for information and advice.

For those who would like to contact an agency which responds to drug issues in the black and ethnic communities, contact Breakthrough – Sheffield Multi-Ethnic Drugs Service (formerly Sheffield Black Drugs Service) on 0114 249 3700.

A range of different treatments are available for people with alcohol problems. a Single Entry and Assessment Point (SEAP) has been set up to ensure that each person gets an appointment at a place that is best for them. SEAP can be contacted on 0845 345 1549. Anyone can self-refer to SEAP or they can be referred by a professional. If you are concerned about someone you know you can refer them to SEAP as long as they are happy for you to do so. An appointment will be made with an alcohol worker to draw up a care plan and help you decide on treatment.

You can also call the Sheffield Alcohol Advisory Service (SAAS) on 0114 258 7553 for the same service.

A leaflet on SEAP is available in several languages and in large print on www.sheffielddaat.org.uk

Substance misuse treatment services for Children and Young People are provided by SHED (Turning Point) who also run a drop-in. For details of their services or to get advice or information for under 18s, contact SHED on 0114 272 9164.

The Drug Interventions Programme runs a 24-hour helpline for people seeking help or support around drug misuse. Call the helpline on 0845 004 2220.

An Directory of Drug and Alcohol Services produced by Sheffield Drug & Alcohol Action Team can be accessd by clicking HERE. If you would like a hard copy of the Directory please contact Margaret Davies, Contracts and Communications Officer, on 0114 273 6885.