by Annemarie Ward | May 24, 2022 | News
Since we began emulating the work of FAVOR in America, back in 2009, we have learned a great deal about the addiction sector and its very different dynamics across the UK, as well as in other areas of the world. Since we first started organising &...
by Annemarie Ward | Apr 5, 2022 | Advocacy, News, Resources
In 2021 we made the case despite substantial opposition & were awarded via the Corra foundation funding to deliver what we believe was a desperately needed advocacy service. Our belief & need has been proved greater than we anticipated. Without any real launch...
by Annemarie Ward | Apr 4, 2022 | News, Recovery Month, Recovery Walk
We are now open to notes of interest and applications for the hosting of The UK Recovery Walk in 2024. Bidding Process for to Host the UK Recovery Walk Applying to host The UK Recovery Walk is a two-step process: Note Of Interest Bidding Specification...
by Annemarie Ward | Mar 16, 2022 | News
Its really simple, Alcohol and other drugs related death across the UK is deeply worrying with the leading cause of deaths for people aged 20-49 being due to addiction and mental ill health. Sadly, there are 70 alcohol-related deaths & at least 17 Drug related...
by Annemarie Ward | Mar 15, 2022 | News
I have navigated the 12-step community for nearly two decades, and in that time I have witnessed countless people and families being returned to health. These many life changing events have placed me in a position where I can never doubt the efficacy of the 12-step...
by Annemarie Ward | Mar 14, 2022 | News
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by Annemarie Ward | Feb 11, 2022 | Resources, Topics, Treatment
It’s not always easy to see when your drinking has crossed the line from moderate or social use to problem drinking. But if you consume alcohol to cope with difficulties or to avoid feeling bad, you’re in potentially dangerous territory. Facts In 2015, there were...
by Annemarie Ward | Feb 11, 2022 | Topics
What is addiction? A substance addiction meets two criteria: You have difficulty controlling how much you use or how long you use. For example, one drink leads to more drinks, or one line of cocaine leads to more.You continue to use even though it has negative...
by Annemarie Ward | Jan 13, 2022 | News
For Immediate release FAVOR UK and it’s partners would like to thank everyone who has met with us over the last 3 months regarding our Right to Recovery Bill . We wish to extend an extra thanks to those who took part in the consultation with an open mind to what...
by Annemarie Ward | Dec 23, 2021 | News
I have worked in this field for over 2 decades. I have worked across the length & breadth of the UK. During that time, on the ground in service delivery, operations management & strategic planning regionally, nationally & even internationally. I am...
