Kaleidoscope

15/09/2025

MYTH: "Alcohol is safer than illegal drugs because it's legal"

FACT: "Legal doesn't mean safe. Alcohol causes more deaths, injuries, and health problems than most illegal substances. Legality is about policy, not safety."

The Reality About Alcohol 📊

✗ Alcohol is involved in more overdose deaths than many illegal drugs
✗ Alcohol withdrawal can be fatal (unlike many illegal substances)
✗ Alcohol is linked to over 200 health conditions including cancer, liver disease, and heart problems
✗ Alcohol contributes to more violence, accidents, and family disruption than most illegal drugs
✗ The only difference is policy. To***co kills more people than he**in. Both alcohol and to***co are legal/regulated

💡 Remember: Legal status is determined by policy makers, not safety experts.

Don't let legality fool you into thinking a substance is harmless.

Need help with alcohol use? Get in touch.

Recovery is possible at any stage and can look different for everyone.



Alcohol Change UK GDAS - Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service Cavdas - Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Service Kaleidoscope Powys Voices Action Change Birchwood at Kaleidoscope House Foundations Project at Rowleys DDAS-Dyfed Drug & Alcohol Service Cyfle Cymru Powys Cyfle Cymru Danielle Cardiff and the vale

13/09/2025

12 days to go!

Kaleidoscope vs. Adferiad at Newtown Football Club

🗓️ September 25th
⏰ Pitch opens 1pm | Kick-off 2pm
🎟️ FREE entry
🍔 Food provided by Rapid Relief Team UK
🎥 Film and media provided by Eternal Media

Come support Team Kaleidoscope! Let's pack the stands and show that when it comes to community spirit (and football skills 😉), we're unstoppable!

Scan the QR code or email Emily at emily.reeves@kaleidoscope68.org to register your interest!



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12/09/2025

Real voices. Real change. Real hope.

Yesterday's recovery festival in , hosted by Recovery Cymru, proved that recovery isn't just possible, it's powerful.

At Kaleidoscope, we know recovery looks different for everyone. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Whether it's abstinence, harm reduction, or anywhere in between, every step forward matters.

Let's keep breaking stigma, celebrating all paths to recovery, and building community together!



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12/09/2025

This week our Health and Safety team Sam and Sian visited Birchwood at Kaleidoscope House for a supportive Health & Safety audit.

Of course, Sian couldn't resist some cuddles with the furry residents!

Both Sam and Sian found the visit incredibly valuable, particularly seeing first hand the excellent work the Birchwood team delivers daily.

11/09/2025

Our Communications and Kaleidoscope Co Production team attended the Recovery Cymru first Recovery Festival in Wales.

Lots of inspirational stories to listen to, people to network with and music to listen to.

Watch this space for more on this.

10/09/2025

At Kaleidoscope, we see recovery, resilience, and hope every day in our work with people affected by drugs and alcohol.

This World Su***de Prevention Day, we're sharing that message: healing is possible, support is available, and every person deserves compassion, no matter where they are in their journey.

From harm reduction to recovery, we meet you where you are.

You matter.

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GDAS - Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service Cavdas - Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Service Birchwood at Kaleidoscope House Cyfle Cymru Cardiff & The Vale of Glamorgan Cyfle Cymru Powys Kaleidoscope Powys Voices Action Change Foundations Project at Rowleys

09/09/2025

Congratulations to Rob Cummings on his retirement this week.

Rob has worked for the Kaleidoscope for 15 years. He has worked across Western Bay Dyfodol, GDAS - Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service and back again to Cardiff Dyfodol.

Before that Rob volunteered with Kaleidoscope. We thank him for all of his hard work and contribution.

We wish him all the best for his retirement!



Cavdas - Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Service Birchwood at Kaleidoscope House Cyfle Cymru Cardiff & The Vale of Glamorgan Cyfle Cymru Powys Kaleidoscope Powys Voices Action Change Foundations Project at Rowleys DDAS-Dyfed Drug & Alcohol Service

08/09/2025

Breaking down barriers to recovery.

One of the most harmful myths about drug and alcohol use is that someone needs to "hit rock bottom" before they can get help. This couldn't be further from the truth.

The reality: Early intervention saves lives. Recovery can begin at ANY stage. There is no 'right' time.

You don't need to lose your job, your relationships, or your health to deserve support. You don't need to wait until tomorrow, next week, or next year.

Recovery starts with reaching out, and it looks different for everyone.

Your journey, your pace, your terms.

05/09/2025

📱 Emergency alert test - 7th September!

If you’re using a secret phone to stay safe, make sure it’s switched off on the day.

Click here to learn how to opt out of these alerts: https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out?fbclid=IwY2xjawMmJepleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBDSVEzRGxQa2JjbUNsdXBFAR4YFza4UsKmlAfM4XGI4XW8gb5vTXfYnfbLsODIGTmZAfwDpC1noVFlvJJutQ_aem_elohUUDHXehnf_BtAMrtFA

05/09/2025

04/09/2025

⚽ 20 days to go!!

THE NALOXONE CUP 2025!

Not long till we will be taking on Adferiad at Newtown Football Club

🗓️ September 25th
⏰ Pitch opens 1pm | Kick-off 2pm
🎟️ FREE entry
🍔 Food provided by Rapid Relief Team UK

Come support Team Kaleidoscope! Let's pack the stands and show that when it comes to community spirit (and football skills 😉), we're unstoppable!

Scan the QR code or email Emily at emily.reeves@kaleidoscope68.org to register your interest!



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03/09/2025

Want to join the weekly walking group in with Kaleidoscope Powys

Check out the information below ⬇️

🧠 September is Su***de Prevention Month, as well as Recovery Month.

This year’s theme is Changing The Narrative.

It’s time to break the silence around mental health.
Whether you're struggling or supporting someone who is, talking helps.

💬 Kaleidoscope's Newtown Base and Cyfle Cymru Powys have teamed up to do a weekly walking group this September, a safe, welcoming space to connect, talk, and support each other.

🚶‍♂️ Walk Dates:
📅 Tues 2nd Sept – 10:30am
📅 Tues 9th Sept – 10:30am
📅 Wed 17th Sept – 10:30am
📅 Wed 24th Sept – 10:30am

📍 Meet at the Kaleidoscope Office in Newtown

Everyone is welcome. Let's walk, talk, and change the narrative — together.