Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # SIAS Supporting recovery | Reducing harm | Rebuilding lives ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [What We Can Learn From Tiger Woods](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/what-we-can-learn-from-tiger-woods/) - Prescription drug dependency can quietly develop, even for high achievers. Learn to spot the signs and access confidential support with SIAS. - [Free Summer Activities for Families in Solihull](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/free-summer-activities-for-families-in-solihull/) - School’s out, the sun’s shining (hopefully!), and the long summer holidays are here. But once the excitement of lie-ins and no homework wears off, boredom can start to creep in. If you’ve already heard the words “There’s nothing to do!”—don’t panic, we have some suggestions. Take a look at these FREE activities in August! 1st - [Free activities in Solihull for young people!](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/free-activities-in-solihull-for-young-people/) - Sometimes boredom hits hard, it feels like there’s nothing to do, and this can be really hard. But trust us, there’s always something going on if you know where to look. Whether you’re feeling adventurous, creative, or just want to chill with friends, here are some ideas to turn your “meh” day into an awesome - [Alcohol Poisoning: What to Look For and What to Do](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/alcohol-poisoning-what-to-look-for-and-what-to-do/) - When having a few drinks turns dangerous, recognizing the signs of alcohol poisoning can make the difference between life and death. Whether you're out with friends, at a party, or even just at home, it's crucial to know what to look for, and what actions to take if someone drinks too much. What is Alcohol - [No Time For Addiction](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/young-peoples-campaign-no-time-for-addiction/) - No Time For Addiction Life moves fast, and every choice you make shapes your future. Whether you're chasing dreams, building relationships, or figuring out who you are, there's no room for anything that holds you back—especially addiction. This blog is here to give you the facts, break the stigma, and help you stay in charge - [No Time for Addiction - Healthy Coping Strategies](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/no-time-for-addiction-healthy-coping-strategies/) - Addiction (whether it's to substances, social media, gaming, or anything else) often starts as a way to escape. But here’s the thing: you deserve more than just "escaping" life — you deserve to actually live it. Choosing healthier ways to cope doesn’t mean you’re weak — it means you’re strong enough to want better for - [Vaping Information for Young People](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/vaping-information/) - Vaping Information for Young People SIAS February 18, 2025 https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/vaping-information/ - [Free activities every day this Easter Holidays!](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/free-activities-every-day-this-easter-holidays/) - 🎉 Get Involved in Free Fun Across Solihull! 🎉 Looking for something fun to do without spending a penny? Solihull has a whole host of free activities happening all over the borough — and everyone’s welcome! Whether you're a family looking for a day out, or a young person wanting to try something new, - [Beat Half Term Boredom!](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/beat-half-term-boredom/) - Looking for something to do this half term? If you are working with the SIAS YP team, then you have the opportunity to participate in some great activities! Check out our poster and if you want to sign up for any of the activities please contact your key worker before Thursday 13th February. Activities are - [SIAS Young Persons Services Rebrand!](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/sias-young-people-rebrand/) - SIAS is rebranding the Young Peoples service and we would like you to get involved. Are you aged between 11 and 17, then why not take part. Entry details below. - [SIAS Addresses drinking pressure during the Euro's](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/sias-addresses-drinking-pressure-during-the-euros/) - SIAS 2024 SIAS Addresses drinking pressure during the Euro’s July 1, 2024 - [Dry January 2023](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/dry-january-2023/) - Did you know that taking some time away from alcohol can help you focus, sleep better, and help save some money? - [Supporting you through Dry January 2023](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/supporting-you-through-dry-january-2023/) - Are you planning on giving it a try this year? A break from booze can definitely get your energy back! Take on Dry January this year and hit reset! - [Don't let sobriety limit your fun!](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/dont-let-sobriety-limit-your-fun/) - This year we’re on a mission to show you that you don’t need alcohol to enjoy yourself. We’ll be highlighting some great places in Solihull for you to try out. - [#dryjanuary - Staying Sober](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/dryjanuary-staying-sober/) - Long term drinking can damage your health. If you are regularly drinking over the recommended limit, perhaps there are some realities you need to face. - [Concerned about your drinking?](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/concerned-about-your-drinking/) - We know that drinking can help cope with the day to do, but sometimes this can increase to a point where you may be drinking too much. - [Here's to a healthier 2023](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/heres-to-a-healthier-2023/) - Trying to be healthier this new year? Have you promised yourself to try running or going to the gym more often? Reaching for a cold can of beer or a bottle of wine post-workout can feel like a well-earned reward. But it may be the wrong approach. Alcohol can be high in calories, meaning that ## Pages - [Home](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/) - We are here to help you no matter how difficult your life has become. Talk to us as soon as you can if you need help with addiction recovery, reducing harm or rebuilding your life. - [Contact Us](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/contact-us/) - We're here to help. If you or a loved one need support with addiction then please contact us on 0121 301 4141 or email enquiries@sias-solihull.org.uk - [Feedback Form](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/feedback-form/) - Feedback Form About YouName First Last AgePlease enter a number less than or equal to 99.Post Code(Required)Email Which SIAS pathway are you referring into?How often do use SIAS(Required) Never Rarely Sometimes Often Very often How easy do you find it to access SIAS?(Required) Very difficult Difficult Neither easy nor difficult Easy Very easy How responsive - [Vision, Mission, Values](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/about-us/vision-mission-values/) - Our mission is to provide and outcome-focused, high-quality, person-centred and integrated prevention, early intervention, treatment and recovery service addressing the needs of adults, young people, families and organisations affected by problematic gambling or drug and alcohol misuse. - [Treatment – Young People](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/treatment-young-people/) - If you want to enter treatment, or just find out a bit more about it, the starting point is a phone call to 0121 301 4141. Our SPOE team members can answer your questions and get you started on your journey to a healthier life without an addiction. - [A Commissioned Service](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/about-us/a-commissioned-service/) - Drug, alcohol, nicotine(Vaping) and gambling addiction services in Solihull are commissioned by Solihull Council and delivered by SIAS (Solihull Integrated Addiction Services). Service delivery includes awareness raising, harm reduction, treatment and recovery strands for adults and young people. - [FAQs](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/faqs/) - Our frequently asked questions page should have all the information you're looking for. But if not then please do get in touch as we're happy to answer questions you might have. - [About SIAS (Solihull Integrated Addiction Services)](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/about-us/) - SIAS is a partnership of organisations providing support for individuals in Solihull who are struggling with alcohol, drug or gambling addiction. - [Partners](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/about-us/partners/) - SIAS (Solihull Integrated Addiction Services) is a partnership of organisations, commissioned by Solihull Council, which work closely together to ensure that individuals in Solihull who are struggling with alcohol, drug or gambling addiction get the free support they need. - [Harm Reduction & NX](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/harm-reduction-nx/) - For those not yet ready to enter treatment, we provide advice on how to stay as safe and healthy as possible. To access advice, or our on-site Needle Exchange service, please call 0121 301 4141. Our SPOE team members can answer your questions and make you an appointment with an expert worker. - [Resources](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/resources/) - We have a range of information sheets relating to drugs and alcohol, which you can download from our Resources page. We also have useful contacts that can help you if you need additional support, or support when SIAS isn't open. - [Professionals, refer a client](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/professionals-refer-a-client/) - [Make a Referral](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/make-a-referral/) - If you need to understand more about addiction and substance misuse to support those you work with and encourage them to enter treatment. We offer pre-planned sessions, or we can work with you to tailor something to your needs. - [Gambling Addiction Quiz](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/home/gambling-addiction-quiz/) - All questions in this quiz ask you to consider you behaviour over the previous 12 months to assess your level of gambling. - [Drug Addiction Quiz](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/home/drug-addiction-quiz/) - All questions in this quiz ask you to consider you behaviour over the previous 12 months to assess your level of drug use. - [Alcohol Addiction Quiz](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/home/alcohol-addiction-quiz/) - All questions in this quiz ask you to consider you behaviour over the previous 12 months to assess your level of drinking. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/privacy-policy/) - A Fair Processing Notice is also known a Privacy Notice or statement. It is a statement by the SIAS partners to patients, service users, visitors, carers, the public and staff that describes how we collect, use, retain and disclose personal information which we hold. The purpose of this fair processing notice is to set out how we process personal information/data fairly and lawfully. - [Page not found](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/page-not-found/) - [Impact](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/about-us/impact/) - SIAS is working with Solihull Council to ensure everyone living in the Borough of Solihull who is affected by a drug, alcohol or gambling addiction can access the support they need. - [Housing & Homelessness](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/housing-homelessness/) - If you, or someone you know is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, please call us on 0330 0083957 or email siashomeless&housing@aquarius.org.uk. Our housing team will offer immediate advice and help with finding a place to stay as soon as possible. Please note, however, that we cannot guarantee housing. - [Drug & Alcohol Training](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/drug-alcohol-training/) - To access find out more about our drug and alcohol training, book a place or request a bespoke package, please call us on 0121 301 4141. Our SPOE team members can put you through to a member of staff from our training team. - [Schools & Colleges](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/schools-colleges/) - To access our services for schools or young people, please call 0121 301 4141. Our SPOE team members can answer any questions you may have, book appointments or refer you to a specialist member of staff. We offer drug and alcohol awareness sessions, an in-school ambassador programme, tailored support for schools and colleges and drug and alcohol treatment for young people. - [Family Support – Adults](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/family-support-adults/) - Having someone with a drug or alcohol problem in your family is possibly one of the most stressful experiences you can have. You are not alone. You are part of the treatment and you can help your family member on the road to recovery. If the person you care about is not ready to enter treatment, we can still enable you and other family members to improve the quality of your lives. SIAS has family workers who specialise in support for family members or others who are concerned about someone’s drinking and/or drugs use or gambling. We also aim to involve family members as much as possible in treatment plans. - [Treatment - Adults](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/treatment-adults/) - The starting point for accessing all SIAS services is a phone call to 0121 301 4141. Our SPOE team members can provide information about our services, what to expect from your journey through treatment and will signpost you to other services, where appropriate. When you enter treatment, a SPOE team member will carry out a brief initial assessment before allocating you to your own Recovery Practitioner. - [Family Support – Children](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/our-services/family-support-children/) - We offer children affected by another’s substance misuse access to a structured programme designed to help them explore their feelings and develop coping strategies to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. We also put them in touch with others in a similar situation, so they can build a peer support network and know they are not alone. - [Work with Us](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/work-with-us/) - Work with us on our mission to support recovery, reduce harm and rebuild lives. ## Categories - [Blog](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/category/blog/) ## Tags - [sias yp](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/tag/sias-yp/) - [half term](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/tag/half-term/) - [activities](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/tag/activities/) - [February](https://www.sias-solihull.org.uk/tag/february/)