Change Grow Live, Aspire Peterborough

11/12/2025

Happy Christmas Jumper Day from the Aspire team 🎅🎄⭐️🎁

11/12/2025

10/12/2025

10/12/2025

The festive period can be especially challenging for those struggling with alcohol dependency, yet many workplaces overlook the impact on their employees. From office parties to social pressures, it’s more important than ever to create a supportive, inclusive environment.

Employers can make a real difference: provide non-alcoholic options, normalize asking for help, and encourage participation in initiatives like Dry January. Small steps can have a big impact on wellbeing and workplace culture.

💬 Read the full blog by James Parker, Head of Community Services at The Forward Trust, and discover practical ways to support sober or sober-curious employees this season: takingactiononaddiction.org.uk/news/tis-the-season-to-have-a-conversation

08/12/2025

🎄 Fletton Recovery Hub Christmas Disco Party! 🎄
Monday 22nd December 2025
11am – 3pm

Come and celebrate the festive season with us at the Fletton Life Centre!
Bring along something to nibble and a soft drink to share.
✨ No drugs or alcohol – just good vibes, music, and connection. ✨

Are you drug and alcohol free and want to party with others who are too?
Come join us!

For more information, call Aspire or speak with your key worker.

Let’s celebrate recovery together! 💚🎶🎅

05/12/2025

Sometimes all the extra pressure at this time of year makes things feel even heavier, especially if you’re already having a tough time. We’re here if you need us. 116 123 📱

05/12/2025

CWRC announces a new FREEDOM PROGRAMME for Peterborough!

Hoping to help tackle the waiting lists in our region, CWRC Peterborough Centre is running a 12-week Freedom Programme starting on Thursday 8th January 2026.

To register your interest and book a place, you can email peterborough@cwrc.org.uk or use the self-referral link here https://www.cwrc.org.uk/self-referral-form/ 💗

05/12/2025

🟢 SMART Recovery: Life Beyond Addiction 🟢

📍 Aspire Peterborough
102–104 Bridge St, Peterborough PE1 1DY
📅 First Saturday of every month
⏰ 10:30am
👉 Please use the back door

SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Programme:
1️⃣ Build motivation
2️⃣ Cope with urges
3️⃣ Manage thoughts, feelings & behaviours
4️⃣ Live a balanced life

All welcome — supportive, practical, and recovery-focused.

04/12/2025

04/12/2025

⚠️ Ketamine isn’t harmless

Frequent use can cause serious, sometimes irreversible harm:
💥 Bladder damage (pain, blood in urine, incontinence)
💥 Severe abdominal pain (“K‑cramps”)
💥 Memory loss, mood issues, dissociation
💥 Risk of addiction & organ damage

Even “just once” isn’t risk-free — street ketamine may be impure, and it can make accidents more likely.

You’re not alone. For advice or support:
🌐 CGL Ketamine Advice - www.changegrowlive.org/advice-info/drugs/ketamine

📞 FRANK: 0300 123 6600

04/12/2025

🎄✨ The CRS elves are officially in Christmas mode! ✨🎄
We’re busy preparing our Recovery Café Christmas Parties… and you’re all invited!

🎉 Huntingdon and Wisbech will be running special timed events. Ask at the café for full details.

☕ All other cafés will be open as usual on a drop-in basis, with plenty of festive cheer.

Come along to your local Recovery Café Christmas Party and celebrate the season with us. Everyone is welcome - we’d love to see you there! ❤️

For more information about Cambridge Recovery Service, visit:
www.CambsRecoveryService.co.uk

04/12/2025

🖌️Do you know someone in Peterborough who has created something fantastic within arts and culture? This could drama, dance, music literature, arts and crafts including photography or even someone who has organised fantastic local art events

🏆The Civic Awards celebrate those who have gone the extra mile for their community

🤝If you know a person/group that goes above and beyond to support others, make sure you nominate them!

Nominations close on 2 January 2026.

Learn more: www.peterborough.gov.uk/civic-awards