Substance misuse
Information and support services
Substance misuse is a serious issue that affects individuals, families and communities. The main accessible service is Turning Point Leicestershire & Rutland, which is an integrated substance use service designed to meet the needs of local people and offer support for drug and alcohol use.
Turning Point has also created a self-help digital tool, My Turning Point, that is accessible on smartphone, tablet and computer. It provides 24/7 access to a range of guided and self-help sessions that can help with your drug and alcohol use, as well as emotional heath and other wellbeing issues. To find out more, please visit get support with substance use (turning-point.co.uk)
The links below provide information about drugs, alcohol and the support services available in the Hinckley and Bosworth area:
- For more information about drugs and who to contact for friendly, confidential advice: Talk to Frank (talktofrank.com)
- Units and how many you are consuming (nhs.uk)
- Health effects of alcohol (drinkaware.co.uk)
- Turning point (turning-point.co.uk)
- Outreach centre for turning point:
- Hinckley Health Centre: 29 Hill Street, Hinckley, LE10 1DS
- The Salvation Army: 7 Lancaster Road, Hinckley, LE10 0AW
Last updated: 19/12/2025 10:11
