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Recovery CymruPeer-led recovery community Cymraeg

Start support with Recovery Cymru

Getting started is simple

You can fill in a short form, call us, or email us. A friendly team member will help you understand what is available and what feels right for you.

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A calmer first step

“We are a safe and non-judgemental space for people to come, speak and feel heard.”

Getting in touch does not mean you have to commit to anything. It can simply be a first conversation about what support might feel right.

Before you reach out

You can start exactly where you are

1

You do not need the perfect words

You can simply say you are looking for support and the team will help from there.

2

You will not be judged

Recovery Cymru is built around lived and shared experience, understanding and respect.

3

You can take your time

Getting in touch can be a first conversation, not a commitment to everything at once.

How it works

What happens next?

  1. You get in touch.
    Use the form, phone or email. You do not need to have everything worked out.
  2. We arrange a time to speak.
    We will explain how Recovery Cymru works and answer your questions.
  3. We talk through what is available.
    This may include groups, activities, recovery coaching, peer support or other options.
  4. You decide what feels right.
    You can start gently and take things at your own pace.

Questions people ask

Before you contact us

Recovery Cymru aims to respond as soon as possible. If you have not heard back within a couple of working days, it is okay to contact the team again.

No. You can start with a chat, ask questions and take it from there.

That is okay. The team can talk it through with you and help you find what works.

Yes. Family members and friends can get in touch, and there is also a dedicated family and friends pathway.

Urgent help

If someone is in immediate danger

Call 999. Recovery Cymru is a community recovery organisation and this website should not be used for emergency contact.

For drug and alcohol support in Wales, DAN 24/7 is available on 0808 808 2234. For Cardiff and Vale access to treatment options, contact CAVDAS on 0300 300 7000 or email info@cavdas.com.