RECOVERY SERVICES
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At ADA Recovery Services, we’re here to walk alongside you on your journey of recovery from alcohol or drug use. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for continued support, our team is here to help you take the next step with understanding, empathy, and practical tools that can make a real difference.
As part of Aberdeen’s Integrated Drug and Alcohol Services,
we provide harm reduction advice, information, and support tailored to your needs. You can access our services directly—via self-referral, through your GP, or via another support agency.
What We Offer
As part of Aberdeen’s Integrated Drug and Alcohol Services, we provide harm reduction advice, information, and support tailored to your needs. You can access our services directly—via self-referral, through your GP, or via another support agency.
Our skilled and compassionate team works across multiple locations in the city and local communities. When you connect with ADA Recovery Services, here’s what you can expect:
Personalised Support
Regular one-to-one appointments with a dedicated recovery worker at a time and place that works for you.
Whole-Person Approach
We’ll work with you to explore not only your substance use, but also your mental health, emotional wellbeing, and any other issues that may affect your recovery.
Recovery Planning
Together, we’ll design a Recovery Plan focused on your own goals—whether that’s relapse prevention, reducing use, securing housing or benefits, improving health, or rebuilding relationships.
Progress Reviews
We’ll regularly review your plan with you to make sure your needs are being met and adjust as needed.
Connections to Further Support
We can link you to a wide network of community services to help sustain and strengthen your recovery.
Group Programmes and Learning Opportunities
Access a wide range of social, therapeutic, and accredited learning groups designed to support your personal development and build confidence.
To discuss any of our services, or to chat about [anything else], please call 0333 3 448 355 or email us for more.
DART: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Training
Looking to take the next step?
Our DART programme is a powerful, 7-week course designed by people with lived experience of recovery. Meeting once a week, it offers structure, self-coaching skills, and a nationally recognised qualification.
You’ll explore:
- Self-awareness
- Goal-setting
- Motivation for lasting change
Many participants have found DART to be the turning point in their recovery.
Call us on 0333 3 448 355 or email us for more
Social & Therapeutic Groups
Our group programmes run throughout the week and are open to individuals in recovery as well as family members.
These groups provide safe, welcoming spaces where you can build new connections, rediscover interests, and be part of a supportive community that understands what you’re going through.
Call us on 0333 3 448 355 or email us for more
Volunteer With Us
Thinking about giving back?
Many of our groups are led or co-facilitated by volunteers—some of whom have been through recovery themselves.
We offer full training, ongoing mentoring, and supervision, and volunteers play a vital role in our team.
If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you.
Call us on 0333 3 448 355 or email us for more
Residential Rehabilitation Support
Looking into residential treatment?
Our Residential Rehabilitation Project, funded by the Scottish Government, supports individuals who are exploring residential options. The service offers:
- Preparation and planning
- Support while in residential treatment
- Reintegration into your local community
We’re with you at every stage of the process.
Call us on 0333 3 448 355 or email us for more
We Believe in Change
At ADA Recovery Services, we believe that with the right support, change is always possible. Our work is grounded in compassion, harm reduction, and the belief that every person deserves the chance to build a healthier, more hopeful future.
Get in touch – either directly or through a professional – to find out how we can support you.
(or give us a free call on our helpline 0333 3 448 355 for further support or information),
on the phone or face to face.
Talk with us
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