Start Hartlepool

Start Hartlepool Start is a drug and alcohol support service. It gives free and confidential treatment to help people get back on their feet.

No matter what advice or level of support you need, we'll be here for you.

⚽️ Enjoy the game and look after yourself.Big events like the World Cup are a great time to come together with friends, ...
17/06/2026

⚽️ Enjoy the game and look after yourself.

Big events like the World Cup are a great time to come together with friends, family, and your community, but it’s important to stay safe when drinking or consuming substances.

A few small choices can make a big difference while still enjoying the summer tournament

If you or someone you know needs support with drugs or alcohol, Start is here to help. 👇

Find out more at starthartlepool.co.uk

Start and Recovery Connections had a jam packed weekend! Three events took place both home and away. The Recovery Footba...
16/06/2026

Start and Recovery Connections had a jam packed weekend!

Three events took place both home and away. The Recovery Football Team travelled to York on Saturday to take place in a national tournament and although they didn't win they manged to take both second and third places!

Meanwhile, back in Hartlepool both Start and Recovery Connections staff, volunteers, ambassadors and members of the Recovery Community attended the wonderful Pride Celebrations at the Hartlepool Art Gallery and the public space on Church Square. They joined in the parade and managed to have lots of conversations about Recovery throughout the event. As you can see in the photographs, a very colourful time was had by all.

To end the weekend the Hartlepool Recovery Cricket Team played their first game of the season, away at the wonderfully welcoming Peterlee Cricket Club at their ground the Helford Oval. Unfortunately the team didn't win but it was never about winning. The game was played in a spirit of inclusivity, friendship, sportsmanship and the kind of camaraderie that can be grown through sport. The team took a fantastic travelling group of supporters with them, a communal picinic took place and we would like to thank Peterlee Cricket Club for the wonderful welcome, for being such gracious hosts and promoting the event. Lets hope this is the first of many.

The cricket and football sessions are open to all those accessing Start and Recovery Connections.

Don’t kick the can down the road this World Cup ⚽Kick it out for good.If drugs or alcohol are becoming a problem, you’re...
16/06/2026

Don’t kick the can down the road this World Cup ⚽

Kick it out for good.

If drugs or alcohol are becoming a problem, you’re not on your own. Start offers free, confidential support for residents of Hartlepool. Our team of experts are ready to help you on your recovery journey this summer.

Find out more about how Start can support you or your loved ones at Starthartlepool.co.uk👈

15/06/2026

Reaching out for support can feel like a big step , but you don’t have to do it alone.

In this video, Lauren, one of our Recovery Coordinators talks about Start, what we offer, and why there’s no need to feel nervous about getting in touch.

Whether it’s for yourself, a friend, or a family member, we’re here to listen, support and help you find the right path forward.

💬 No pressure
🤝 No judgement
📞 Just support when you need it

👉 If you’re thinking about reaching out, this is for you.

Learn more about Start at starthartlepool.co.uk

11/06/2026

Help shape safer support around alcohol and falls

Falls linked to alcohol can have serious impacts on both physical and mental health, but we need a better understanding of what’s really happening.

If you’ve been affected, your experience can help improve local support and prevention.

Complete the survey here 👉https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/teesside/uk-alcohol-falls-survey-1

Enjoy the World Cup and make it memorable for the right reasons ⚽If you or someone you know needs support around drugs o...
11/06/2026

Enjoy the World Cup and make it memorable for the right reasons ⚽

If you or someone you know needs support around drugs or alcohol, Start offers free, confidential help for Hartlepool residents.

👉 Get in touch at Starthartlepool.co.uk

Protect yourself against Hepatitis BWe offer free Hepatitis B vaccinations for people in our service.The course includes...
10/06/2026

Protect yourself against Hepatitis B

We offer free Hepatitis B vaccinations for people in our service.

The course includes:
💉 Initial vaccination
💉 Follow-up at 1 month
💉 Final dose at 6 months
💉 Booster if needed

It’s a simple way to reduce your risk.

Please note we only offer tests and vaccinations for those in our service.

👉 Speak to Start about getting protected.

08/06/2026

Every day, our Criminal Justice Intervention Team (CJIT) works with people at some of the most challenging points in their lives.

In this video, Lauren shares what her role involves - supporting individuals in contact with the justice system to access the help they need around drugs and alcohol, reduce harm, and take positive steps forward.

It’s not about judgement. It’s about support, understanding, and creating real opportunities for change.

👉 Watch to find out more about the difference our team makes every day.

To learn more about Start please visit starthartlepool.co.uk

As it's Volunteers Week we want to highlight one of our fantastic volunteers, Natalie! 🌼Natalie volunteers with Start an...
05/06/2026

As it's Volunteers Week we want to highlight one of our fantastic volunteers, Natalie! 🌼

Natalie volunteers with Start and was even chosen to officially open the new Start Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centre.

Natalie said: "I volunteer at start as I want to make a difference to people's lives. I love learning all there is to know about the service. Working alongside the recovery coordinators, the clinical team and being out in the community with the health liaison/harm minimisation team. Everyone is so willing to teach me new things, its a wonderful team to be part of."

Start provides top quality care to residents of Hartlepool and those who volunteer within the service are an important part of that.

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who make such a difference at Start 💙We’re lucky to have such ded...
04/06/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who make such a difference at Start 💙

We’re lucky to have such dedicated, passionate and versatile people supporting the work we do every day. Today, we’d like to shine a light on three amazing individuals who give their time to benefit our service, our clients and the wider community 👇

✨ Sam – Sam leads our weekly art sessions at Hartlepool Art Gallery, where she’s built fantastic relationships with attendees. She’ll also play a key role in our September exhibition for National Recovery Month. Outside of Start, Sam co-chairs Pool Together for Wellbeing , a true community champion!

✨ Natalie – Since joining last October, Natalie has become an invaluable part of the Start family. She supports our Health Liaison/Harm Minimisation Lead in the community and also volunteers with Recovery Connections. Having recently completed a Health & Social Care qualification, she’s now looking to take the next step into employment in the field

✨ Joanne – At the beginning of her volunteering journey with us, Joanne is shadowing teams and starting training. She also volunteers with Recovery Connections and has recently graduated as one of their ambassadors – an incredible achievement!

All three represent Start and our clients brilliantly, and their impact is truly valued 🙌

Interested in volunteering with us?

📧 Get in touch with Billy Knight at [email protected]

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17 Whitby Street
Hartlepool
TS247AB

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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