
Turning Point - Social Enterprise 💙
@TurningPointUK
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Providing free and confidential support for drug and alcohol issues, mental health concerns, and learning disabilities.
Joined March 2010
We've joined BlueSky, and we couldn't be more excited! 🦋Come join us and be part of our growing community. Check out our profile and follow us here: https://t.co/yH0ceBTVXY Can't wait to see you there! 😊
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Turning Point operates over 270 services across England. No matter where you are, support is closer than you think. 📍 Find your nearest service: https://t.co/1ryaw41Fr3
#Community #Support #TurningPoint
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A partnership between Turning Point, Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Police that trains officers to administer a lifesaving antidote to opiate #drugs won a national award last week: https://t.co/GjIfcSFK8s
#naloxone @turningpointuk
drinkanddrugsnews.com
A partnership between Turning Point, Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Police that trains officers to administer a lifesaving antidote to opiate drugs won a national award on Wednesday.
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An integrated #drug & #alcohol service that will expand the reach of support available to residents across #Bristol launched today. @TurningPointUK has been awarded the contract to lead Horizons: Bristol’s Drug & Alcohol Partnership in partnership with BDP
drinkanddrugsnews.com
Turning Point has been awarded the contract to lead Horizons: Bristol’s Drug & Alcohol Partnership in partnership with BDP.
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The Chancellor’s Spring Statement confirmed a harsh reality for both people in receipt of social care and care providers. Please read our full reaction from Julie Bass, chief executive at Turning Point: https://t.co/zo0MnDGA97
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We had a fantastic #InternationalWomenDay event held by the Women’s Service, talking about this year's IWD theme #AccelerateAction 👐 During the event, we looked at: 🟣What does a healthy relationship look like 🟣Clear boundaries 🟣Having needs met 🟣Women’s rights
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We had a wonderful Wednesday with a visit from @CityWestminster's councillors from the ‘Vulnerable Adults Council Committee’ to our Wardour Street hub in Soho. 🤩 They listened to first-hand accounts of how our support has impacted Westminster residents💙
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We are excited to share that alongside Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Police we have been shortlisted in the 'Public/Public Partnership' category at the LGC Awards! 💙 #LGCawards @LGCAwards @leicspolice @Leicester_News
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The Health and Care Futures essay collection, by @TurningPointUK to mark its 60th year, features an essay by our @GrapevineCEO outlining the vital role of community power in the pursuit of health equity in our communities. Follow this link for your copy: https://t.co/AmpcZQFxBW
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Ernie shares his experience of sleeping rough and getting support from Turning Point in our new Heroin to Hope video. ⚠️In London people are dying from heroin overdoses. 💛We need your help to support more people in our community to make positive changes in their lives.
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They may seem innocuous, but not only can #poppyseeds lead to positive #drug tests – they’re also dangerously #addictive in their own right, say Dilesh Popat and Sadaf Akhtars from @TurningPointUK :
drinkanddrugsnews.com
They may seem innocuous, but not only can poppy seeds lead to positive drug tests – they’re also dangerously addictive in their own right.
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New figures reveal 10,473 alcohol-related deaths in the UK in 2023, the highest number on record. Clare Taylor, our Chief Operating Officer, calls for action to improve treatment access and support. https://t.co/UdWDwQbt0o
#PublicHealth #AlcoholAwareness
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❔Hepatitis C often has no noticeable symptoms so we encourage Turning Point clients to get tested & hold a weekly clinic drop-in every Tuesday at Friar Lane. 🩸It takes just a quick finger prick test to find out & we can recommend suitable treatment if needed. @TurningPointUK
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Former rough sleeper aiming to inspire others 🙏🏾 Great partnership working with @TurningPointUK supporting the #vunerable #homeless
bbc.com
Dean Nicholls praises the patience of support workers in helping him off Stafford's streets
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Ernie shares his story of getting support with Turning Point after sleeping rough in #KensingtonandChelsea Join us online on 21 January for the premier of the new Heroin to Hope short film, featuring Ernie and other people we support 💛 ➡️Register here: https://t.co/VOOQwuWFR5
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January's a time for change & the TP team are back in the community offering advice & info around our completely free substance use services. If you need some support to make changes drop-in to chat to the team or find us online⬇️ https://t.co/oWd9Vut5ND
#WellbeingReset
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Naloxone is a life saving medication that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. We supply Naloxone in person and online completely free of charge! Get yours now & join the movement to save lives 💛👇 https://t.co/oWd9VusxY5
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January's a time for change so if you'd like to know more about the support we offer, drop into any of the venues listed to chat to our friendly team, or find us online ⬇️ https://t.co/oWd9Vut5ND
#WellbeingReset #SupportNotStigma
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Dr David Bremner, Medical Director at drug and alcohol support provider Turning Point said: "We support an increase in awareness of the dangers of ketamine use as we have seen an increase in the number of people seeking support and significant health complications associated with
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In London people are dying from heroin overdoses Join us online 21 Jan to discuss: *⃣ Why there are increased deaths and risk 💛What is needed locally to support more people 🎯The impact of support on people Register here: https://t.co/VOOQwuW81x
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Throughout #WellbeingReset we'll turn the spotlight on prioritising our wellbeing, sharing inspiring real-life stories and encouraging you to support others with much needed advice! 💗 #EmbraceWellbeing #Positive #NewYear #NewBeginnings #Wellbeing
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