Substances Support Scotland

05/08/2026

Meet George, one of our Community Navigators supporting people across East & Midlothian.

George knows that taking the first steps can feel overwhelming. Sometimes what makes the difference is simply having someone there with you. At an appointment, in a café, or just on the end of the phone.

You don't need to have everything figured out before getting in touch.💙

Reach out to our team today:
https://substancessupportscotland.org/make-a-referral

14/07/2026

This August, Thomas Hastie will cycle more than 2,300km from Musselburgh to Benidorm as part of his challenge, Miles That Matter.

He's taking on this incredible journey in memory of his sister, who he sadly lost to su***de, and after losing both his mum and dad at a young age.

Tommy speaks openly about the impact these losses had on his own mental health and why he believes having someone to talk to can make all the difference.

He's raising money for Andy's Man Club, helping ensure men have a safe place to talk, support one another and know they're not alone.

At Substances Support Scotland, we believe in the power of conversation, connection and community, which is why Tommy's story resonates so strongly with us.

If you'd like to support Tommy's challenge, donate or simply read more about his story, you can do so here:

🔗 https://justgiving.com/page/thomas-hastie-2?utm_medium=fr&utm_source=cl&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_transactional_--_donation_received_--_nth_donation

Good luck Tommy, from everyone at Substances Support Scotland.
Every mile matters. 💙🚲

Help Thomas Hastie raise money to support ANDYSMANCLUB

01/07/2026

We are delighted to announce that Substances Support Scotland has been awarded £150,000 through the ALLIANCE’s Self Management Fund.

Over the next two years, this funding will support Side by Side, a new project designed to strengthen early self-management capacity for people affected by alcohol and drug use. The project will work alongside people to build confidence, wellbeing and practical self-management skills, helping them navigate challenges and make positive changes that matter to them.

Shaped by lived and living experience, it will ensure that the voices of the people we support remain at the heart of its development.

We are excited to begin this work and to contribute to learning about how self-management approaches can improve wellbeing and support recovery.

We would like to thank the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE) and the Scottish Government for supporting this work.

08/06/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨 We’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join the team at Substances Support Scotland and help make a real difference in communities across Scotland.

We currently have exciting opportunities available for:

🔹 Hospital Navigator
🔹 Dedicated Addiction Worker
🔹 Outreach Navigator

If you’re committed to supporting people with compassion, dignity, and a person-centred approach, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Full details and application information can be found in the Goodmoves link below.

https://lnkd.in/ed8hkUYw
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Please like, share, and help us reach the right people.

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05/06/2026

"I spent a lot of time on my own and wanted to get back out and be around people again.”

As part of , we’d like you to meet Steven 👇

“What I get out of volunteering is a massive sense of purpose and personal growth. It’s pushed me out my comfort zone and improved my communication and listening skills.

Every shift reminds me of the importance of community support.”

Steven now supports outreach in the community, often starting conversations with something as simple as:
“Are you alright?” 💙

03/06/2026

Kicking off

We’re delighted to introduce and welcome Hannah, our new Volunteer Coordinator at Substances Support Scotland 💙

In our latest blog, Hannah shares her passion for the power of volunteering:
“Volunteering… can offer individuals a space to grow in confidence, develop skills, and feel a sense of purpose and belonging.”

This is exactly what we’re striving to create through our Positive Pathways – safe, supportive spaces where people can connect, grow, and move forward in their own way.

✨ Find out more about Hannah and her role by reading the full blog below 👇

I am Hannah and I am the Volunteer Coordinator here at Substances Support Scotland. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to lead the development of our positive pathway.

06/05/2026

Next week is Mental Health Awareness Week.

A reminder that mental health affects all of us: at work, at home, and in our communities.

The question is:
👉 Would you feel confident supporting someone who is struggling?

Our Scottish Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) course will help you:
✔ Recognise signs of mental distress
✔ Respond with confidence
✔ Support people safely and appropriately

Course details:
📅 20–21 May (2-day accredited course)
📍 Substances Support Scotland, 24 Hill Street, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1HX
🎓 Public Health Scotland certificate

We have limited spaces available so book now:

👉BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-mental-health-first-aid-training-tickets-1988895297374

01/04/2026

We’re proud to share our latest blog announcing our new psychosocial support service across Midlothian and East Lothian, strengthening access to compassionate, person-centred support for individuals, families and communities affected by problematic alcohol and drug use; we are committed to working in collaboration with partners and warmly welcome opportunities to connect with other organisations please get in touch via our website using the contact us

Substances Support Scotland (SSS) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the contract to deliver psychosocial support services across Midlothian and East Lothian.

15/03/2026

05/03/2026

Walk-In Triage Support Available today at

Dunfermline Community Support Hub – Kingsgate Shopping Centre
9.15am – 4.45pm


YMCA – Gallatown Community Hub
Oswald Road
Kirkcaldy
KY1 3EZ
11:00am - 1pm

If you’re looking for support with alcohol or substance use, our team at Substances Support Scotland (SSS) offers walk-in triage appointments where you can speak with someone and explore the support that may be right for you.

You don’t need a referral, just come along.

We also run outreach triage sessions in locations across Fife, making it easier to access support closer to home.

📍 Visit our website to find our outreach locations, dates and times. www.substancessupportscotland.org

Support starts with a conversation. We’re here when you’re ready.

Triage is the first point of contact for support and for access to drug and alcohol services across Fife.