Prevention & Service Support Team - NHS Ayrshire & Arran

Prevention & Service Support Team - NHS Ayrshire & Arran Working to improve knowledge on alcohol and drug related issues through education and training within Ayrshire & Arran.

๐Ÿ“… Whatโ€™s On - February 2026 | FREE Training OpportunitiesHereโ€™s whatโ€™s coming up in February 2026 from the Prevention & ...
28/01/2026

๐Ÿ“… Whatโ€™s On - February 2026 | FREE Training Opportunities

Hereโ€™s whatโ€™s coming up in February 2026 from the Prevention & Service Support team ๐ŸŽ“

These free sessions are open to everyone who lives or works in Ayrshire & Arran, whether you have an interest in alcohol and drug awareness or just want to learn something new.

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Online sessions via Microsoft Teams
๐Ÿฅ Face-to-face training at Across Ayrshire
โฐ A mix of half-day, full-day, and bite-size sessions
๐Ÿ“Œ Places are limited, booking is essential
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book your place here:

https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

Please share with anyone you feel may be interested.

๐Ÿ“… Whatโ€™s On - January 2026 | FREE Training OpportunitiesHereโ€™s whatโ€™s coming up in the remainder of January 2026 from th...
20/01/2026

๐Ÿ“… Whatโ€™s On - January 2026 | FREE Training Opportunities

Hereโ€™s whatโ€™s coming up in the remainder of January 2026 from the Prevention & Service Support team ๐ŸŽ“

These free sessions are open to everyone who lives or works in Ayrshire & Arran, whether you have an interest in alcohol and drug awareness, brief interventions, emerging drug trends, or just want to learn something new.

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Online sessions via Microsoft Teams
๐Ÿฅ Face-to-face training at Ayr Hospital
โฐ A mix of half-day, full-day, and bite-size sessions

๐Ÿ“Œ Places are limited, booking is essential

๐Ÿ‘‰ Book your place here:
https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

Please share with anyone you feel may be interested.

16/01/2026

Life-saving knowledge ๐Ÿบ

๐Ÿ”ด BROMAZOLAM LUNCHTIME SESSION ๐Ÿ”ดโฑ FREE 30 MINUTE TRAINING โฑWe have an upcoming Bromazolam lunchtime training session tak...
14/01/2026

๐Ÿ”ด BROMAZOLAM LUNCHTIME SESSION ๐Ÿ”ด
โฑ FREE 30 MINUTE TRAINING โฑ

We have an upcoming Bromazolam lunchtime training session taking place on
๐Ÿ“… Wednesday 28th January
โฐ 12pm to 12.30pm
๐Ÿ’ป Via Microsoft Teams

This short, informal session will focus on Bromazolam, a new street benzodiazepine currently being used in communities across Scotland.

๐Ÿ’ฌ During this 30 minute session we will explore
โœ” What Bromazolam is
โœ” The effects of Bromazolam
โœ” Harm reduction considerations
โœ” Its current legal status

This session is ideal for anyone who wants to increase their awareness and understanding of emerging drug trends.

๐Ÿ’™ Delivered by the Prevention and Service Support Team, NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Interested in taking part
Click the booking link below to secure your place
https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐ŸŒฟ CANNABIS TRAINING COURSE โ€“ SPACES AVAILABLE! ๐ŸŒฟFREE TRAINING๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 20th January 2026๐Ÿ•™ 10am โ€“ 1pm๐Ÿ“ Ayr HospitalThis t...
13/01/2026

๐ŸŒฟ CANNABIS TRAINING COURSE โ€“ SPACES AVAILABLE! ๐ŸŒฟ
FREE TRAINING

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 20th January 2026
๐Ÿ•™ 10am โ€“ 1pm
๐Ÿ“ Ayr Hospital

This training is designed to give participants a broader understanding of cannabis, including its prevalence, types, effects, and issues surrounding its use. Weโ€™ll also explore medicinal cannabis and the impact of THC and CBD on the body.

๐Ÿ’ฌ By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
โœ” Identify different types of cannabis and administration routes
โœ” Understand the importance of THC and CBD
โœ” Recognise the effects of cannabis use
โœ” Clarify links between cannabis use and mental health
โœ” Examine symptoms of cannabis dependence
โœ” Discuss issues surrounding medicinal cannabis

๐Ÿ’™ Delivered by the Prevention & Service Support Team, NHS Ayrshire & Arran

๐Ÿ“ฒ Interested in joining?
Book your FREE place here:
https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐Ÿ”ฅ FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ’Š ALCOHOL & DRUG BRIEF INTERVENTIONS ๐Ÿ’ฌWe still have spaces available on our Alcohol and Dr...
13/01/2026

๐Ÿ”ฅ FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY ๐Ÿ”ฅ
๐Ÿท๐Ÿ’Š ALCOHOL & DRUG BRIEF INTERVENTIONS ๐Ÿ’ฌ

We still have spaces available on our Alcohol and Drug Brief Interventions training session.

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 27th January 2026
โฐ 9.30am to 4.30pm
๐Ÿ“ Ayr Hospital

This practical, skills based training is ideal for anyone supporting people where alcohol or drug use may be a concern.

๐Ÿ” During the session you will learn how to
โœ” Understand what Brief Interventions are and when to use them
โœ” Refresh your knowledge of drinking guidelines and alcohol units
โœ” Confidently raise alcohol and drug use and provide feedback
โœ” Understand the cycle of change and identify a personโ€™s stage of change
โœ” Use key Brief Intervention skills including:
Motivational Interviewing, Reflective listening, Rolling with resistance, Developing discrepancy, Eliciting change talk
โœ” Apply these skills in real world alcohol and drug conversations
โœ” Signpost or refer to local support services

๐Ÿ’™ This FREE training is delivered by the Prevention and Service Support Team, NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Interested in taking part
Click the booking link below to secure your place
https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

โš ๏ธ ALCOHOL RELATED BRAIN DAMAGE TRAINING โš ๏ธWe have last-minute spaces available on our FREE Alcohol Related Brain Damage...
09/01/2026

โš ๏ธ ALCOHOL RELATED BRAIN DAMAGE TRAINING โš ๏ธ

We have last-minute spaces available on our FREE Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD) training.

๐Ÿ“… Friday 16th January 2026
โฐ 10amโ€“1pm
๐Ÿ’ป Online via Microsoft Teams

๐Ÿ’ก This course provides an overview of Alcohol Related Brain Damage and related issues.
It is open to anyone with an interest in learning more about ARBD and may be particularly useful for those working within addictions, health, or support services.

๐Ÿ“˜ By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
โœ… Examine the effects of alcohol on society
โœ… Understand recommended alcohol unit guidelines
โœ… Acknowledge the link between alcohol and health inequalities
โœ… Define ARBD and understand its causes
โœ… Recognise the signs and symptoms of ARBD and the associated six conditions
โœ… Illustrate the diagnosis of ARBD and the barriers involved
โœ… Understand recovery issues
โœ… Raise awareness of local service provision

๐Ÿ‘‰ To book a place on this FREE course, register here:
๐Ÿ”— https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐Ÿ“ข Please share with colleagues and networks who may benefit.

โšฝ๏ธOur team has been working in partnership to deliver the Pitchin In programme, a community initiative in East Ayrshire ...
08/01/2026

โšฝ๏ธOur team has been working in partnership to deliver the Pitchin In programme, a community initiative in East Ayrshire designed to support young people who may be at risk of exclusion or facing barriers. The programme aims to reduce anti-social behaviour, improve school attendance, and build confidence. Recently, Leanne from our team attended to provide drug and alcohol education.

A football-driven intervention programme has improved school attendance and reduced crime involvement across Ayrshire. The Killie Communityโ€™s Pitchinโ€™ In ini...

๐Ÿง  Mental Health & Substance Use Training๐Ÿ“… Tomorrow โ€“ Thursday 8 January 2026โฐ 10amโ€“12.30pm๐Ÿ’ป Online via Microsoft TeamsWe...
07/01/2026

๐Ÿง  Mental Health & Substance Use Training
๐Ÿ“… Tomorrow โ€“ Thursday 8 January 2026
โฐ 10amโ€“12.30pm
๐Ÿ’ป Online via Microsoft Teams

Weโ€™ve had a few last-minute cancellations, so limited spaces are now available.

This session is ideal for anyone with a basic understanding of substance use who wants to develop their knowledge of mental health, dual diagnosis, risk behaviours, trauma, and resilience.

๐Ÿ”— Book your place here:
https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐Ÿ“ฉ Please share

05/01/2026

๐Ÿท Alcohol Awareness Training | Book Your Place ๐Ÿท

Want to boost your knowledge and confidence around alcohol and its effects? Our FREE face-to-face Alcohol Awareness training is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and build practical understanding in a supportive environment.

๐Ÿ“ Ayr Hospital
๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 13th January 2026
โฐ 10am โ€“ 1pm

โœจ During the session, youโ€™ll learn about:
โœ… The impact of alcohol on individuals, families, and society
โœ… How alcohol travels through the body and what affects how itโ€™s processed
โœ… What alcohol units really mean and the lower-risk drinking guidelines
โœ… The short and long-term effects of regularly drinking above these guidelines
โœ… How to recognise the signs and symptoms of alcohol-related problems

๐ŸŽ“ Completely FREE for anyone who lives or works in Ayrshire & Arran

๐Ÿ“† Book your place now:
๐Ÿ”— https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐Ÿ“ Complete the Microsoft Form and weโ€™ll send you all the details you need

๐Ÿ“ฃ Spaces are limited, so secure your place early and feel free to tag a colleague or friend who might benefit.

โœจ A Fresh Start for the New Year, Training is Back! โœจFollowing the festive rush, normal service has resumed and our Prev...
05/01/2026

โœจ A Fresh Start for the New Year, Training is Back! โœจ

Following the festive rush, normal service has resumed and our Prevention & Service Support Team Alcohol & Drug Training Sessions are now open for bookings ๐ŸŽ‰

If youโ€™re looking to start the new year with new knowledge, skills, or confidence, why not join one of our FREE alcohol and drug training courses and learn more about substances, their effects, and how to support others safely and effectively.

๐ŸŽ“ FREE Alcohol & Drug Training Courses - Book Now!
๐Ÿ“… Courses run January - June 2026
๐Ÿ“ Open to anyone living or working in Ayrshire & Arran

๐ŸŒŸ Whether you support others, work in the community, or simply want to educate yourself - thereโ€™s a session for you.

๐Ÿ“† Click the link or scan the QR code on the calendar to book
๐Ÿ“ Complete the form and weโ€™ll send you everything you need
๐Ÿ“ฒ Spaces are limited, so donโ€™t miss out!

๐Ÿ‘‡ View the training calendar & book your place:
๐Ÿ”— https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

๐Ÿ“ฃ Feel free to tag a friend or colleague who might be interested!

๐ŸŽ„12 Days of a Safe Christmas Day 12 โ€“ A Christmas Wish From Our Team โœจโค๏ธAs we bring our 12 Days of a Safe Christmas to a...
25/12/2025

๐ŸŽ„12 Days of a Safe Christmas Day 12 โ€“ A Christmas Wish From Our Team โœจโค๏ธ

As we bring our 12 Days of a Safe Christmas to a close, we want to share a warm festive message from all of us in the Prevention & Service Support Team.

This time of year can feel joyful, overwhelming, exciting or emotional, sometimes all at once. However youโ€™re spending the season, we hope you find moments of calm, comfort and connection.

๐Ÿ’› Our Christmas wish for you: โ€ข Stay safe โ€ข Be kind to yourself โ€ข Look out for others โ€ข Reach out if things feel tough โ€ข Remember: support is always available.

If you, or someone you know, needs information, guidance or local support, youโ€™ll find everything you need on the NHS Ayrshire & Arran Alcohol and Drugs app including services, self-help resources, alerts and training.

We also provide FREE alcohol and drug training, available to anyone who lives or works within Ayrshire & Arran. You can book your training session here:
๐Ÿ”—https://forms.office.com/e/XCMuPDdrAH

From our team to you and your loved onesโ€ฆ
๐ŸŽ„ Wishing you a safe, warm and happy Christmas. โœจ

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Caley Court Resource Centre, Moorpark Road West
Stevenston
KA203HU

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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