Addiction and dependency `HE201`¶

Addiction and dependency is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Health categoryand the Health condition subcategory.

1,102 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.54% of all charities.

Keywords to find charities¶

UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.

The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:

Distribution by size of charity¶

Income band	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
Under £10k	227	0.32%
£10k - £100k	286	0.41%
£100k - £250k	141	0.64%
£250k - £500k	130	1.20%
£500k - £1m	72	1.08%
£1m - £10m	123	1.37%
Over £10m	30	1.38%
Total	1,009	0.53%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	716	0.42%
oscr	254	1.03%
ccni	132	1.84%
Total	1,102	0.54%

Ten largest charities (by income)¶

Name	Latest income
CHANGE, GROW, LIVE [Charity number: 1079327] CGL provides a range of services to support individuals, families and communities whose lives are adversely affected by crime, substance misuse, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, domestic violence, social deprivation and lack of opportunity.The Charity works with challenging service users with complex needs, including those with entrenched drug habits and offending behaviour.	£339,714,761
Salvation Army Social Work Trust [Charity number: SC037691] ' in promoting the charitable work of the Salvation Army in such one or more of the following ways as the General for the time being of the Salvation Army shall think fit namely : (1) relief of poverty sickness suffering distress incapacity or old age. (2) advancement of education. (3) training in Christian and moral principles. and (4) assistance of those in need of protection'	£239,960,000
THE SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL WORK TRUST [Charity number: 215174] The provision of supported accommodation for homeless people Older peoples housing and supportWork to help unemployed people back into workAnti-Human Trafficking workAddiction Support ServicesOutreach programmes and services to communitiesFamily tracing serviceFrontline assistance to emergency services personnel and people affected by disasters	£239,960,000
TURNING POINT [Charity number: 234887] Turning Point provides health and social care services for people with a learning disability and also people at risk of, or with a mental health diagnosis, mental health issues, drug or alcohol use, misuse or dependency or other addictive behaviours.	£165,647,000
Richmond Fellowship Scotland Ltd [Charity number: SC021621] The objects of the Society are the relief of those who are vulnerable and in need of support, care, advice or other assistance due to reasons of their vulnerability. The Society will or may do this through: - The advancement of health and well being. - The advancement of education. - The advancement of citizenship or community development. - The provision of recreational facilities or the organisation of recreational activities, with the objective of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. - The relief of those in need. This may be by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage and any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. - The prevention or relief of povert	£103,180,000
Waythrough [Charity number: 515755] Waythrough was formed from the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. We work with people with complex, multiple needs and disadvantages and are committed to multi disciplinary working within our own teams and with external agencies. Our main areas of work focus are substance misuse, mental health challenges, residential support, families and young people, training and employment.	£101,448,502
We Are With You [Charity number: SC040009] The relief of poverty and sickness among those persons generally who are dependent upon or affected by addiction to narcotic drugs and other similar substances or compounds of possible potential or suspected danger to the individual and the community (hereinafter referred to as drugs). (ii) The relief of poverty and sickness among parents of children affected by dependence upon or addiction to drugs and among families, any members of which are dependent upon or affected by addiction to drugs. (iii) The education and training of the individual and the community at large and advancement of education and training in and research into the danger arising from the habitual or other use of drugs together with publication of literature relating to dependence upon or addiction to drugs and of the results of any such research. (iv) The prevention of dependence upon or addiction to drugs, the consultation, treatment and care of those suffering from, and rehabilitation of those relieved from, dependence upon or addiction to drugs PROVIDED ALWAYS that any such treatment as aforesaid shall be carried out only under the supervision of a duly qualified medical practitioner under the National Health Service and wherever there occurs any reference in this Deed to treatment such treatment shall be construed as so limited.	£80,609,000
We Are With You [Charity number: 1001957] PROVIDES A RANGE OF SERVICES FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN COMMUNTY AND PRISON ENVIRONMENTS. FROM EDUCATION AND PREVENTION TO COMMUNITY SERVICES AND RESIDENTIAL REHABILIATION.WE ALSO SUPORT THE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF PEOPLE WITH MENTAL HEALTH DIFFICULITIES	£80,609,000
Lifeline Project (subject to insolvency proceedings) [Charity number: SC045486] The objects for which the Company is established (“the Objects”) are to relieve poverty, sickness and distress among those persons affected or who suffer from: 3.1.1 the addiction to drugs of any kind. 3.1.2 poor mental, emotional or physical health. 3.1.3 obesity and 3.1.4 sexually transmitted diseases including (without limitation) HIV and AIDS 3.2 to educate the public on matters relating to the prevention, effective management and treatment of drug misuse, poor mental emotional or physical health, obesity and sexually transmitted diseases, and 3.3 to support and assists individuals with their rehabilitation from offending with a view to preventing or reducing the risk of further crime.	£61,812,600
Al-Khair Foundation [Charity number: SC042234] 3.1.1 The advancement of general and religious education including but not restricted to the study, promotion and support of: (i) primary, secondary, college and university education. (ii) knowledge and understanding of Muslims and the beliefs, teachings and practices of Islam and of any other useful knowledge. (iii) good parenting skills and the protection of women, children and young people. (iv) comparative religion and interfaith dialogue with the aim of securing mutual understanding, tolerance, harmony and peace between Muslims and those who hold different or similar beliefs and follow different or similar ways of life. (vi) art and culture. (vii) enhancing, improving and strengthening local communities by means of promoting community cohesion in particular and supporting community regeneration in general. (viii) the deterrence and prevention of any form of discrimination including but not restricted to racial, religious, disability and gender discrimination. (ix) the prevention of alcohol and drugs abuse and misuse. (x) the prevention of gambling and debt. (xi) the prevention of crime including any form of terrorism. (xii) the promotion of Islamic Shari'a compliant finance. (xiii) the observance and maintenance of human rights in accordance with the rule of law. 3.1.2 The relief of poverty, sickness, distress and suffering of any persons who are in need including orphans, refugees , disabled and displaced people irrespective of their nationality, race, ethnic origin and religious beliefs including but not restricted to the relief of those who are the victims of : (i) natural disasters including droughts, earthquakes, epidemics, fires, hurricane and goods. (ii) man-made disasters including industrial accidents, social conflict and wars. (iii) racial, religious, disability or gender discrimination. (iv) alcohol and drugs abuse and misuse. (v) gambling and debt. (vi) economic and social deprivation. (vii) crime including any form of terrorism.	£60,980,930

Ten random charities¶

Name	Latest income
Exodus Trust [Charity number: NI102463] Exodus was established in Portstewart, Northern Ireland in 1997 and our vision is to see generations of young people boldly following Jesus and becoming lifelong disciple makers. All premises in Coleraine, Lisburn and Derry from which Exodus operates serve as places for young people to meet and socialise in alcohol and drug free environments where opportunities for volunteering within the venue, mentoring and participating in voluntary international teams will be offered. We currently work alongside young people, disciple makers, churches and communities in Ireland, Hungary and Romania offering four opportunities full of depth, fun and adventure: 1. TEAMS - Unforgettable small group adventures combining discovery, friendship and mission. 2. EVENTS & RESIDENTIALS - Fun, intentional and creative opportunities which build community and create discipling moments. 3. MENTORING - Deep discipling relationships between young people and older Christians. 4.TRAINING AND RESOURCES - Creative materials and workshops to equip leaders, parents and young people to make disciples. Through two decades of disciple making we have journeyed with over 15 000 young people and leaders. We believe that towns in Ireland, Hungary and Romania will be different when they have committed disciples in them and see that we have a calling to raise up young people who will live out a bold and active Christian faith where they live.	£1,359,949
Drink Link SCIO [Charity number: SC043205] 4.1 to relieve the needs of people negatively affected by alcohol abuse. and 4.2 to advance education in the field of alcohol misuse. and 4.3 to advance health by promoting the provision of supportive services of all kinds for people negatively affected by alcohol misuse.	£1,075
COMMUNITY ACTION ARK PROJECT [Charity number: 1172988] The prevention or relief of poverty and supporting vulnerable adults with substance addiction in Reading.
Speyside Youth [Charity number: SC047212] 4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 To advance citizenship and community development through, 4.1.1. establishing a community hub (Youth Cate), in Dufftown to offer a wide range of projects and activities primarily for the benefit of young people living within Dufftown and the Speyside area. 4.1.2 The promotion of a code of behaviour for all attendees of the Youth Cate. 4.1.3 Establishing a Youth Committee that make strategic decisions regarding the vision and activities of Speyside Youth. 4.1.4 To provide all aspects of personal development for all young people who are members of Speyside Youth through one-on-one support with trained Youth Workers, and providing learning experiences through team-based activities, social enterprise, and volunteering for other local groups. 4.2 To provide a safe and inclusive place where young people primarily living within Dufftown and the Speyside area are able to meet and socialise away from the pressures of drugs, alcohol, and gambling, and to provide personal and social development opportunities for all young people. 4.3 To advance public participation in sport and physical activity through organised activities. 4.4 Provide recreational facilities and the organisation of recreational activities outside of the Youth Cafe with the object of improving the conditions of life for the youth of Dufftown and Speyside.	£72,382
ST MARTIN IN MENEAGE PARISH HALL [Charity number: 1047925] Managed by a group of volunteers, St Martin Parish Hall is maintained for use by members of the public on a self-sufficient basis. Regular hirers include: Church meetings/fund raising events, polling station, private childrens parties. Unsuitable for indoor sports or concerts. Licences for entertainment/sale of alcohol to be applied for on occasion. Tables, chairs	£2,176
PENIEL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH [Charity number: 1050650] Christian activities such as community work, youth work, supporting, training and equipping people. Working with the disaffected and those suffering due to drug and alcohol abuse.	£46,220
Borders Street Pastors [Charity number: SC046473] 4.1 To advance the Christian Faith in accordance with the Licence Agreement executed with Ascension Trust (Scotland) and the Core Values and Mission Statement appearing in the Schedule hereto in the Scottish Borders and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Trustees may from time to time to think fit, particularly but not exclusively by means of caring, listening and helping people on the streets and at various venues day and night. 4.2 To advance health, including the prevention and relief of sickness and human suffering, through the provision of goods or services of any kind including through the provision of counselling and support in the Scottish Borders and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Trustees may from time to time to think fit, particularly but not exclusively by means of caring, listening and helping people, including those suffering from amongst other reasons excessive alcohol or substance use or misuse, on the streets and at various venues, day and night. 4.3 To relieve those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage by the provision of goods or services of any kind including through the provision of counselling and support in the Scottish Borders and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Trustees may from time to time to think fit, particularly but not exclusively by means of caring, listening and helping people on the streets and at various venues, day and night	£2,007
Retrieve [Charity number: 1187060] Supporting those who struggle with any life-controlling issue and or drug and alcohol addiction and their families. We are a Christian charity, spreading the gospel of good news. Even though we are Christians and operate a faith-based charity we are not exclusive to only working with Christians. We help support, guide and love all people no matter what their religion, background or race may be.	£4,055
Recovery Scotland [Charity number: SC023353] 3.1 to provide a comprehensive and co-ordinated range of community services designed to meet the special needs of those affected by alcohol and drug related problems (herein referred to as substance misuse) and those affected by other addictive behaviours, and to promote the development of facilities as required as an integral part of such services. 3.2 to increase public knowledge of the extent of substance misuse and other addictive behaviours, their damaging effects on the individual, the family, society and the economy, and to initiate and support action to combat the problems of substance misuse and addictive behaviours. 3.3 to promote service and facilities, information, education, training and research in regard to the prevention, early recognition and diagnosis and treatment and response of substance misuse and addictive behaviours without advocating or specifying any particular method of treatment or response. 3.4 to work in partnership in addressing health inequalities, poverty and social exclusion.	£773,030
FRIEND COUNSELLING (LONDON) LTD [Charity number: 299307] London Friend provides a wide range of services and activities aimed at improving the health and well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender community. Some of our services include one-to-one and group counselling, drug and alcohol support and coming-out and other peer support groups. We also run an LGBT community centre in Kings Cross.	£708,705