Aquarius Charity

23/01/2026

22/01/2026

It can be hard when you've decided to take on a dry month and your friends or family aren't taking it seriously.

As a society constantly bombarded by alcohol marketing, it feels like the norm to socialise, wind down or celebrate with alcohol. This normalisation of alcohol taking centre stage in our lives, means that when we decide to take a break or cut down on our drinking, people around us may make snide comments or pass judgement, even if they don't mean harm by it.

They could buy you a drink after saying you don't want one, or even call you a buzz kill, but these small actions can be harmful to someone trying to make a change.

Try to remember that often the judgement isn't about you. Sometimes people sober shame to mask their discomfort with their own relationship with alcohol. They may not be ready to address their own drinking, and someone who doesn’t drink can cause them to feel uncomfortable.

By sober shaming others, we’re upholding society’s view that not drinking alcohol is somehow abnormal. It’s in everybody’s interest to break down this view so we can all make our own choices about alcohol, free from any judgement.

Keep going with your dry month and remind yourself of why you started in the first place!💛

You can find out more about sober shaming on our website⬇️
https://bit.ly/47THwt3

21/01/2026

For many, January is the perfect chance to pause, reflect and reset our habits around alcohol. Whether you want to quit altogether or reduce your intake this month, our free self-help programmes are available to support you.

These programmes are focused on areas such as alcohol, mindfulness, sleep, resilience finances and more.

Please don't hesitate to check in with yourself using these resources whenever you need to ➡️ https://orlo.uk/NY4sH

20/01/2026

Have you ever woke up from a night out and not remembered chunks of it? That's because your brain shut down 🤕 Here's a video to help you understand the science behind blackouts.

19/01/2026

Another top tip from us 💙✨ Choosing drinks with less alcohol or smaller measures can help reduce how much you drink overall. It can be as simple as switching to lower-strength options, choosing a single instead of a double, or taking your time between drinks.

16/01/2026

Our upcoming drop‑in sessions for Aquarius Settle are listed below. Aquarius Settle offers floating housing support designed to give you both practical guidance and emotional reassurance.
We’ve got several sessions available, so feel free to come along whenever you need a bit of support.

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, get connected with health services, or find local community resources, we’re here to help you move toward independent living.

16/01/2026

Your Opinion Counts!
Join us for the next Anchor meeting on Monday 26 January.
Anchor is a group that offers you the space to speak up, share your experiences, and influence the support you and the service users receive. Your voice genuinely shapes how we work and what we prioritise.

If you’d like to come along or simply just need help with travel then please just drop us a message!

We’d love to have you there💜

Telford Stars
SIAS Solihull
One Recovery Bucks
Recovery Near You

15/01/2026

Rainy days call for a bit of pizza making fun! 🍕 Today, Roberta showed one of our young people how to make a delicious pizza.

At Aquarius Homes, we’re all about creating a safe, supportive space where residents can learn, grow, and have fun 💙✨

15/01/2026

If you’re taking part in Dry January, the free Try Dry app can help you track your energy levels and support healthier choices as you move through 2026: http://bit.ly/43HzUIE

Dry January Alcohol Change UK

14/01/2026

Our guest speakers are officially confirmed for our Men’s Mental Health, Gambling & Sports event. We’re excited to welcome Clarke Carlisle and Richie Paxton as they help shine a light on the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and gambling.

Tickets are still available!! Get your FREE tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aquarius-presents-mens-mental-health-gambling-sports-tickets-1979513855228?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there 💙
EPIC Restart Foundation
Betknowmore UK

14/01/2026

Train your brain by pouring less ✨ Take control of your health and take part in the . Drink less in a way that suits you.

13/01/2026

Try building in alcohol-free days and exploring ways to spend time with friends that don’t centre around drinking. It can help improve sleep, mood, and energy - and remind you that social time doesn’t need alcohol to be meaningful 💙✨