The Alcohol Service London

23/11/2025

Movember isn’t just about mental health. It’s about staying on top of your physical health too.

• Know the signs of prostate and testicular cancer.
• Check yourself regularly.
• Talk to your GP if something doesn’t feel right.

Early detection can save your life!

• Movember’s How to Check -

Would you know what to look for?

22/11/2025

The London Recovery Network, themed Creative Recovery, hosts its first webinar on the 27th of November 2025 from.

It's a space to connect, collaborate, and explore how creativity is driving recovery across London.

09/11/2025

It’s Movember!

1 in 8 men experience a mental health problem, and too many struggle in silence.

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to face it alone.

Check out these Men’s Groups

• Men Who Talk
• The Men’s Space Programme, Kensington and Chelsea https://thekandcfoundation.com/responding-specific-challenges/isolation-loneliness/mens-space-programme

Need to talk?
• Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)
• Mind: 0300 123 3393

Men Who Talk is a men’s mental health charity UK-wide offering free online support groups—a safe space to talk, connect, and feel heard.

02/11/2025

It's Movember!

This month we are growing more than moustaches. We're growing awareness.

Movember is about raising awareness and funds to support men's health, prevent su***de and educate on prostate and testicular cancer.

Find out more at

Unite to take on mental health, su***de, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

18/10/2025

You are over halfway through Stoptober and every smoke free day counts.

If cravings are difficult or you have slipped do not give up
Call the NHS Stop Smoking helpline on 0300 123 1044

13/10/2025

It's Stoptober!

Cravings usually only last for a few minutes. Try to distract yourself when they come. Do some jobs in the house, read, or go for a walk.

The NHS Quit Smoking app has quick tips to help you through urges. You can download it from the App Store or Google Play. It also offers a 28-day quit program, daily support and progress tracking.

12/10/2025

It's Stoptober!

In Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea you can access free local resources to help you quit smoking.

- Speak to your local pharmacy or GP
- Call the NHS Stop Smoking helpline on 0300 123 1044

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day

Quitting smoking not only supports your physical health but can also boost your mental wellbeing. Every small step makes a difference.

You can find your local Stop Smoking Service as well as information on what to expect here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/find-your-local-stop-smoking-service/

05/10/2025

Quitting Smoking? What to expect....

When you stop smoking your body starts to heal quickly. Within one day carbon monoxide leaves your system and your oxygen levels rise.

You might notice cravings or irritability in the first few days but they pass. Keep a bottle of water handy, take short walks and reach out for support if you need it.

04/10/2025

Stoptober is here!

Join thousands across the country who are making the choice to quit smoking this month. At CGL Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea we know how important your health is.

Take the first step today and find free local stop smoking support at https://stopsmokinglondon.com/

29/09/2025

September is Recovery Month. Take the first step.

Did you know you can contact us directly? You do not need to go through a GP. Just call us or fill in our online form and we will get back to you.

https://www.changegrowlive.org/service/the-alcohol-service/westminster

Whether you're looking to stop drinking or just cut down, we're here to help you make changes. We support people in Kensington and Chelsea, and Westminster.

28/09/2025

September is Recovery Month. Celebrate the small wins!

Recovery is not just the big milestones. It is every moment you choose your goal. Acknowledge and celebrate the small steps.