Bristol
The city of Bristol struggles with harmful levels of drug and alcohol abuse, damaging community health and wellbeing. New statistics reveal the devastation of addiction on lives lost and futures ruined.
Some statistics about drug and alcohol addiction in Bristol
According to the Bristol City Council, there are around 5,000 opiate and/or crack cocaine users in Bristol. The local rate of hospital admissions for alcohol-related harm is significantly worse than the national average. Men aged 35-44 have the highest rates of admissions, but alcohol abuse impacts people of all ages, genders and backgrounds across the city.
What can we do to help?
These sobering facts paint a grim picture of addiction's destruction in Bristol. But for those fighting substance use disorders, help is available. FindRehab.co.uk is the UK's leading resource for addiction treatment and support services.
FindRehab provides a dedicated helpline and over 750 specialist listings for rehab centres, therapists, support groups and medical detox units across Bristol and the southwest region. Options include inpatient rehabilitation for intensive treatment, outpatient care with licensed professionals, and support groups for continuing your progress in recovery.
Get in touch now
Whether struggling with alcohol, drugs, gambling or mental health issues, FindRehab helps find high-quality yet affordable care close to home. Experienced counsellors offer anonymous advice and guide people through the treatment journey, providing accountability and aftercare tailored to individual needs.
The road to recovery may feel long, but FindRehab is there to give hope for a happy, healthy and fulfilling life free from dependence. Rebuilding a life devastated by addiction is a courageous achievement that starts with reaching out for help.
If you or someone you know is dealing with substance abuse issues in Bristol, find anonymous support and resources today. Call our free helpline on 0203 148 4945 or start a confidential chat on www.findrehab.co.uk.
FindRehab stands proudly with the people of Bristol. Together, we provide hope, options and opportunity on the path to recovery. Lives and futures can be rebuilt; beloved communities once again made whole. The legacy of harm will not stand; health and joy will endure. Recovery begins here. You've got this.
