September is National Recovery Month.
A chance to find out more about the support on offer around Derbyshire if you, or someone you know, is in recovery from substance use.
Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service offers local support.
Growing Recovery Derbyshire is a place to find up to date information on drug and alcohol treatment services, recovery opportunities, mental health support and other useful services throughout Derbyshire.
Lower My Drinking is an evidence based app to help you lower the amount you drink. You can download the app from our Orcha website.
During Recovery Month recovery projects in Derbyshire will be hosting their own events, find out what's on each week.
Wednesday 4 September 2024
Derby County Community Trust Football event 11am start
A celebration football fixture taking place at Ilkeston Town Football, spectators are welcome.
Kick off at 11am.
Friday 6 September 2024
Pathways of Chesterfield, 10am and 1pm
There will be recovery themed graffiti with a Chesterfield graffiti artist at 106 Saltergate, Chesterfield, S40 1NE.
Mocktails designed by Pathway's wellbeing group and a BBQ will be available to help feed the creativity.
If you plan on attending please contact Sian Jones, email sian.jones@pathwaysofchesterfield.co.uk
Wedsnesday 11 September2024
Stand To Get Moving Event. 3pm to 7pm
Based at the Wallis Barracks in Chesterfield. Take part in circuit, chair-based exercises and yoga. There will be light refreshments included.
Email admin@daas.uk.com for more information.
Saturday 14 September 2024
Honey Hope Farm Community Juicing Day from 10am to 5pm
Taking place at Bullpit Lane, Duffield, DE56 4FQ.
For more information contact Bridget, email hello@honeyhopefarm.org
Saturday 21 September 2024
The Hope Festival from 1pm to 9pm
Join Elastic FM & Rhubarb Farm at Pleasely Colliery Museum.
Here from people about their experiences of recovery, find out about support on offer plus enjoy live music.
Find out more from The Hope Festival or get free tickets via Eventbrite.
Saturday 21 September 2024
Global Adventure Night Hike from 7.30pm to 10.30pm
Meet at Hooks Car Park, S32 1BR for hot drinks and biscuits, followed by a moderate walk. You are welcome to attend in groups.
Email info@global-adventure.org for more information.
Wednesday 25 September 2024
Derventio CT Growing Lives geocaching event from 10am to 2pm
Meet at 10am at Growing Lives The Orchard Works, 1 Grenville Drive, Ilkeston, ED7 8HT.
There is free on-street parking. No equipment needed, just bring shoes you can walk in.
Email info@derventiohousing.com for more information.
Saturday 28 September 2024
Kelsey Family holistic activites from 1pm to 8pm
Offering a full day of holistic wellbeing activities, including animal assisted therapy, yoga and meditation, barefoot walking and more. Plus music and BBQ, all refreshments included.
Contact Steph email kffcic@gmail.com for more information.
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