Cavdas - Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Service

24/11/2025

Today’s call from the Princess of Wales is a powerful reminder that the use of substances or alcohol is a complex health issue that deserves understanding, compassion, and support.

At CAVDAS, we see every day how stigma pushes people into silence and prevents families across Cardiff and the Vale from getting the help they need. That’s why we’re committed to creating spaces where no one feels judged for reaching out.

If you or someone you care about is impacted by alcohol or substance use, please remember you don’t have to face this alone. Recovery is achievable, change can happen, and support is ready when you need it.

Let’s keep the conversation open and challenge stigma wherever we see it ❤️

Find the BBC News article here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8e9l1p42z8o

13/11/2025

👏🏻Community Safety Team would like to welcome Cavdas - Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Service to the Vale Community Cohesion Group.

The group consists of different organisations, agencies, community groups and community contacts with the aim of working together to improve life and cohesion in the community.

✉️If you are interested in joining this group, contact us on communitysafety@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

👏🏻Tîm Diogelwch Cymunedol groesawu Gwasanaeth Cyffuriau ac Alcohol Caerdydd a’r Fro i Grŵp Cydlyniant Cymunedol y Fro.

Mae'r grŵp yn cynnwys gwahanol sefydliadau, asiantaethau, grwpiau cymunedol a chysylltiadau cymunedol gyda'r nod o weithio gyda'i gilydd i wella bywyd a chydlyniant yn y gymuned.

✉️Os oes gennych ddiddordeb mewn ymuno â'r grŵp hwn, cysylltwch â ni yn communitysafety@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

12/11/2025

🌟📣 A groundbreaking milestone for harm reduction in Wales 🌟📣

We’re delighted to announce that the Home Office have granted Kaleidoscope a licence to test substances. 🙌

This marks the first licence of its kind in Wales, allowing us to deliver front of house drug checking. This is a pioneering step towards safer communities, informed choices and compassionate support.

This licence recognises the importance of meeting people where they are, reducing harm and building trust through connection and care.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible. Our dedicated teams, partners and the home office for having confidence in our approach.

Together, we’re shaping a safer, more supportive future for Wales and continuing Kaleidoscope’s pioneering and bold approach to harm reduction.

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12/11/2025

11/11/2025

On November 11th, we observe Remembrance Day to acknowledge the contributions of those who have served in the Armed Forces.

31/10/2025

Spiking can happen anywhere. From busy bars to quiet gatherings, so it’s important to know what to look out for and what to do 💙

30/10/2025

🎃 Pumpkin carving & coffee at CAV Café!

This week we hosted a special seasonal edition of our Coffee Afternoon at our Barry base.

Join us every Wednesday 1PM - 2:30PM at 2–10 Holton Road, Barry for friendly chats, advice, brews & biscuits ☕️🍪

24/10/2025

We've got CAVDAS on site today. The team are testing for blood borne viruses and supporting people to get into treatment.
Thanks team!

23/10/2025

17/10/2025

"Anyone out tonight? 🍻" sound familiar?

Heading out tonight? Don’t forget, the best nights are the ones where everyone feels safe and supported. ❤

Swipe through 👉 for practical harm reduction tips on alcohol and substances.

14/10/2025

Andrew is sharing some insight on the myth that "recovery is only about getting sober"

Recovery is more than being sober ❤️ It's about healing, growing, developing and rediscovering yourself and your passions.