CADAS provides support for individuals, carers, family and friends by promoting
recovery in the community.
Addiction affects people in all walks of life and is more common than many people think.
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We are here to support and help people living with addiction to find a safer, healthier way of living that positively impacts them and those around them.
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If you are struggling with dependency or know someone who is...
CADAS: Cumbria Addictions, Advice & Solutions
We can help:
​People who have or are impacted by addictive or problematic substance use & behaviours, such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, vaping, gaming or other volatile substances.
We can support:
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Adults
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Families
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Young People
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Employers
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Schools
We can deliver:
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1-2-1 Therapeutic sessions - reducing addiction & changing behaviour
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Peer Support Groups - A safe place to continue the recovery journey
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Family Service
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Young People’s workshops
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Health Promotion events
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Professional Training for employers & external stakeholders
Contact Us
If you need help with addictive behaviour, please phone our helpline:
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If you have a general enquiry, please phone our switchboard on 0300 1114002.
This is answered Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm.
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CADAS is not an emergency or crisis service
and we don't offer a 24 hour helpline or crisis support service.​
If you, or someone else needs EMERGENCY medical treatment, you must phone 999.
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If your need is not life-threatening but you help right now, we have listed some services below that you can phone.
NHS Cumbria Crisis Team (24 Hour Service) If you need urgent help, call 24 hours a day, 7 days week – for adults, children, young people and deaf people. Call: 0800 652 2865 Text: 07795 656 226
NHS 111 (24 Hour Service) 111 is a telephone service provided by the NHS. It is the number you should call when you need advice or medical treatment quickly, and you cannot wait for an appointment to see your doctor. Call: 111 Call (Text Relay) 1800 111
Samaritans (24 Hour Service) 24 hour confidential support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who could lead to suicide. Call: 116 123 Email: jo@samaritans.org