FWD provides one-to-one structured psychosocial intervention and group work sessions to young people affected by substance misuse or at risk of substance misuse (including impact of parental substance misuse)

• community-based service with strong presence in youth clubs, schools and hostels
• advice and information and harm reduction interventions
• intensive, structured psychosocial interventions where substance misuse has become a significant concern
• structured recovery groups
• integrated CAMHS component and offers support for young people with co-existing problems/dual diagnosis
• work with young adults up to 25 who do not wish to engage with adult services and supports transitions, where required 
• support to concerned family members
• provides tailored training for professionals

Eligibility criteria

Inclusions

• young people aged under 25, living in or educated in Camden, who have concerns about their own or loved one's substance misuse

How to refer

The following clinicians can refer to this service: GPs, Nurses, concerned other