We offer free support to anyone who is using opiate drugs who is over the age of 18 and lives in Sheffield. 

We can give you information, advice, support and treatment to help you address your substance use and begin your recovery journey.

Opiates or opioids are the collective term used to describe drugs like heroin, morphine, opium, methadone and buprenorphine. 

Prescription and over the counter medicines, such as codeine, dihydrocodeine and tramadol are also classed as opiates and opioids. 

All opiates are highly addictive and you can develop a tolerance and dependence quickly. They can have huge impact on your life and the lives of those around you. 

This service is commissioned by the Drug and Alcohol Co-ordination Team at Sheffield City Council. 

Once you’ve been referred to our service you’ll be seen for an assessment within seven days. 

The first thing we’ll do is sit down and talk through your situation, taking into account your physical, mental health and social care needs. 

The treatment we can offer will be based on your individual circumstances and needs. This could include a range of treatment approaches to help you reach your goals. This may include information and advice, talking therapies or substitute prescribing for people who are opiate dependent. 

We can also get you involved in recovery activities and groups where you can meet people who have completed drug treatment themselves. 

We offer a physical health clinic providing wound care for people who are, or have been, an injecting drug user. We also provide testing for blood borne viruses and a needle exchange. If you have a physical health problem related to your drug use, we can give you an appointment with one of our physical health nurses. 

If you’re in treatment and interested in finding or returning to work our employment support specialists can provide help with applications, CVs and interviews. 

Whatever support you access you’ll move at a pace you are comfortable with and we’ll make sure you have everything you need during your recovery journey. 

Anyone living in Sheffield who is aged 18 and over can refer themselves to our service. 

You can make a referral by giving us a call, dropping us an email or you can even pop-in to see us in person – you don’t need an appointment. 

We also accept referrals from any professional you are involved with, such as GPs, social workers, pharmacists or probation workers. 

If you’re under 18 support is available from The Corner. 

You can take a look at our service eligibility and selection criteria by clicking here. 

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