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Requirements
You do not need to have used substances to apply, however for those people who have we ask that you have had a considerable period of stable recovery.
Category Archives: What’s Required
Supervisions
As a volunteer you will be required to attend monthly supervision sessions so you can get the support and guidance you need. Continue Reading
Training
You will be required to complete our Foundation Training which consists of 8 days training across 8 weeks. The training gives you an insight in to how CADAS works and a basic understanding of working with our clients. After successfully completing this training you can then go on to choose which role within the organisation would… Continue Reading
Application Form
To volunteer you will initially complete an application form and come for an interview to be accepted onto our volunteer training. Continue Reading
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Latest News from CADAS
Make sleep a priority – here’s how
How have you been sleeping lately? Struggling with anxious or intrusive thoughts? Just unable to ‘switch off’? You’re not alone but if you’re not getting 7 hours sleep a night you’re making yourself more vulnerable to all sorts of things – from weight gain to heart disease – and if you go long enough without… Continue Reading
Rewire yourself happier: 8 top tips from science
In March 2020, as the coronavirus lockdown took hold in the US, Yale University decided to make its most popular course ever – The Science of Well-Being, taught by Professor Laurie Santos – available for free, online. We heard about it at CADAS back in April from Alice, one of our new volunteers in the… Continue Reading
Five Ways to Deal with Cravings: A SMART Recovery Guide
Here are practical ideas from SMART Recovery on how to cope with urges and cravings Continue Reading
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When someone is experiencing a difficult time or are in recovery, they may receive support from a range of people such as their GP, mental health professionals, social workers, recovery support workers etc. However, it is important to remember the support they receive closer to home - their families, friends and other loved ones - the unsung heroes that help us all on a daily basis!
As well as helping our clients, we realise that other people are affected by someone's addictive behaviour, so we also provide advice and support to loved ones too. Here is a testimonial from a member of one of our family support groups:
"Thanks for inviting us to the family group yesterday. It was really useful. Though people are having tough times there’s a strength and comfort for us in feeling we aren’t alone, and lots of useful examples of how others are coping and supporting their loved ones in really difficult circumstances."
You can read more testimonials here cadas.co.uk/testimonials/
It is 'Hidden Heroes' day today and we'd love you to share your stories and recognise those who have helped you out - please drop them below, or if you'd prefer to remain anonymous, send a private message to the page and I'll post them anonymously.
Our Impact
413
Adult clients intensively supported last year
2688
Members of the community and practitioners who attended training/workshops
684
Professionals trained by us last year
2925
Volunteer hours logged by 39 dedicated volunteers
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