What's the harm?
Advice pages when questioning participating in drugs, drinking alcohol, smoking, vaping and gambling
Drugs
If you are concerned about your own use of drugs and alcohol or worried about a family member or friend, this page gives you advice on how to get help and support.
Alcohol
If you are concerned about your own use of drugs and alcohol or worried about a family member or friend, this page gives you advice on how to get help and support.
Smoking
If you are concerned about your own use of drugs and alcohol or worried about a family member or friend, this page gives you advice on how to get help and support.
Vaping
Durham County Council
If you are concerned about your own use of drugs and alcohol or worried about a family member or friend, this page gives you advice on how to get help and support.
Gambling
GamCare
GamCare offer a confidential support service to young people aged 11-18 who are worried about gambling. Our dedicated team provide advice and support via phone, text or email, at a time that suits you.
What does support look like? The first step is to have a chat with one of our team. They will listen to your worries, explain your options, and provide helpful advice. If you decide you want further support, we will agree on a plan together and support you to achieve your goals. Support is tailored to suit your needs, including how and when you would like us to contact you. You can also get more information from our website
Email: youngpeopleservice@gamcare.org.uk
Phone the National Gambling Helpline: 0808 802 0133
Support
The Foundation of Light
The Foundation of Light is the registered charity of Sunderland Football Club and we use the power of football and sport to provide opportunities to young people, adults and families across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham.
We have 4 curriculum areas which are shown below, all of which are open to people from all backgrounds, abilities and genders.
- Football and Sport
- Education
- Skills and Employability
- Health and Wellbeing
Our vision is to use the curriculum areas and the programmes within them to create better opportunities and better lives for our communities.
Beacon of Light, Stadium Park, Sunderland, SR5 1SN