All CAP staff and advisers are now working from home, but please be assured we are still working to support those communities that are experiencing problems with underage and young adult drinking.
THE GOVERNMENT HAS ADVISED THAT DURING THIS TIME WE SHOULD:
Help control the virus
To protect yourself and others, when you leave home you must:
- wash hands - keep washing your hands regularly
- cover face - wear a face covering over your nose and mouth in enclosed spaces
- make space - stay at least a metre away from people not in your household
If you are feeling unwell, get a test and do not leave home for at least 10 days.
We recognise that many of our community partners such as local authorities, schools, retailers, police and youth organisations, are focusing on essential services and doing everything they can to keep everyone safe during the pandemic. So a lot of our activities will necessarily be put on hold for the moment, such as the physical launches of new CAPs and community meetings. But our advisers remain available to help with support and advice by telephone or email.
We’ll also be increasing our communications during this time and putting out a regular newsletter to keep you up to date with the latest developments and advice. If you don’t already receive our newsletter, you can sign up here..
Useful web resources
We’ll be updating this list regularly, so do let us know if there are any resources that you are finding helpful.
UK Government advice and support
Daily updated Government advice
Social distancing and advice for vulnerable people
Guidance for the charity sector
Health and wellbeing:
Coronavirus: How to protect your mental health
Domestic violence support
How to cope with stress
How to help children cope with stress
Mind - the Mental Health Charity
Support for alcohol issues
Drinkaware
Alcohol Change
The National Association for Children of Alcoholics
Rehab 4 Addiction - a resource to help people who are struggling with mental health and alcohol abuse during the lockdown
Advice for businesses
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association
The Association of Convenience Stores
Best Bar None
British Beer & Pub Association
Licensed Trade Charity
UK Hospitality
British Retail Consortium
Substance abuse support
We are with you (formerly Addaction)
Collective Voice
Resources for young people and youth workers
The Alcohol Education Trust
Sport EnglandSmashed Online
Youthwork Support
Public Health England: Rise Above
Children and Young People Now
Advice for parents
Family Lives
Alcohol Change
Teenage house parties
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