Aberlour is Scotland’s largest children’s charity, dedicated to supporting children, young people, and families affected by challenges like parental substance misuse. They provide free, confidential services to help families cope with the impact of a loved one’s drug or alcohol use.
Aberlour offers community-based family support services, such as the Families First partnership with Alcohol and Drugs Action in Aberdeen, which provides one-to-one support, group work, and practical assistance to families affected by parental substance use. Their Glasgow Intensive Family Support Service works with families where a child aged 12 or older is at risk, helping to strengthen family relationships and prevent care system entry.
Their Intensive Perinatal Support Service in Falkirk supports new mothers with substance misuse issues, offering intensive parenting support to keep families together. Across Scotland, including in Dundee, Dumfries, and Glasgow, Aberlour provides outreach services to improve family routines, relationships, and educational outcomes for children affected by a loved one’s substance use.
Aberlour’s website offers resources and information on local services, signposting families to counseling, peer support groups, and community resources to reduce isolation and build resilience. Their approach is strengths-based, non-judgmental, and focused on empowering families to navigate challenges and support recovery or harm reduction.
For more information, contact Aberlour via their phone, email, or website, or reach out to their partners at Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs (08080 10 10 11, helpline@sfad.org.uk) for additional family support referrals.
