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As an occupational therapist working within Change Grow Live’s Coventry Drug and Alcohol Service, Jess Bhikha has seen how occupational therapy can be used to offer a person-centred approach to individuals with complex needs.

Trustee Dr Caroline Shuldham visited our St Helens service, and found a thriving community space, with people at the heart of everything they do. Their holistic approach helps people into employment, supports those leaving prison, and keeps families together.

The Independent Sentencing Review and last week’s Spending Review offer a powerful opportunity to reimagine how we support people with drug and alcohol support needs in contact with the criminal justice system and, in particular, how we do better by women.

We have contributed to the Government’s consultation on the development of a new National Cancer Plan. This is a crucial opportunity to shape a long-term vision for cancer prevention, treatment and care.

Eclypse is the Young Person’s Specialist Substance Misuse Service in Manchester. Manager Chris Henniker shares the service’s response to the lack of guidance on vaping, and explains how they are equipping parents and professionals to better support young people.

In Your Corner is an innovative project by Change Grow Live offering a fresh approach to drug and alcohol support by meeting men where they are – physically, and emotionally.

Our new report highlights the significant milestones we have achieved, explores the lingering disparities, and outlines the actions we are taking to ensure long-lasting, meaningful change.

Change Grow Live has taken part in a ground-breaking project to address the unique challenges faced by women experiencing homelessness.

This time of year is particularly difficult for people sleeping rough. In Hull, that includes a significant number of Eastern European nationals. Language and cultural barriers often prevent them from reaching out – but a new initiative is providing guidance to get people the support that they need.