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We are the drug and alcohol service for Telford & Wrekin.

We believe people can change their lives for the better and we are committed to empowering you to do it.

13/03/2026

💤 The 13th of March is so let's talk about the importance of sleep.

🌱 Having consistent, high-quality sleep is always important, but it becomes even more essential during recovery. It not only supports in repairing and detoxing the body, but also helps to clear the mind and improve mental health.

➡️ If you are struggling with sleep, it is important to speak to a support worker or a GP, as tailored advice and support can be provided for you.

11/03/2026

Today is and we want to use this opportunity to celebrate the progress of anyone who is currently quitting smoking!

Taking control of your habits around smoking is empowering and when you quit or even reduce your smoking, it can lead to many benefits to your health and wellbeing, such as:

⬇️ Lower risk of certain cancers
🫀 Improved heart health and circulation
💨 Improved lung health and breathing ability
👅 Senses of taste and smell improvements
⚡ Increased energy levels
🛡️ Lower risk of type 2 diabetes
🩺 Lower risk of bone diseases, eye disease and dementia.

It's never too late to quit and it's easier to stop smoking with the right support. Download the NHS Quit Smoking app for tailored support ➡️ https://orlo.uk/VMKqz

09/03/2026

💬 If you have accessed our services and feel comfortable sharing your experience with us, we would love to hear it Care Opinion ➡️ https://orlo.uk/w9JRm

We are always learning how we can best support our community - hearing about your experiences helps us a lot.

Thank you for sharing your stories with us 💙

08/03/2026

♀️ Today we are celebrating - an opportunity to recognise the many amazing achievements of women, both at Telford STaRS and in the wider community.

is also an important moment to reflect on the importance of creating and maintaining workplaces where everyone feels valued, supported and has the ability to thrive.

To mark the day, members of our team have shared what International Women's Day means to them:

💬 "I have been influenced by many women in my life and career, leading, guiding and providing me with balance. That’s what International Women’s Day means to me. The everyday women we meet, who lead, guide and influence us, the listening ear the glance, the time. By sharing and giving we can continue to build a community where we can all thrive and inspire each other." - Michelle Astbury, Clinical Lead at Telford STaRS

💬 "International Women’s Day is massively important to me as it highlights the inequalities women face in healthcare, and even more so in drug and alcohol services. In the words of the great Ruth Bader Ginsburg "Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn't be that women are the exception."" - Emily Wakelam, Substance Use Nurse at Telford STaRS

However you choose to mark IWD today, we hope it offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of equality and support for all within our community.

06/03/2026

“It always seems impossible, until it's achieved.” ✨

03/03/2026

Julie Cheadle, who is the Operational Lead for the Telford STaRS Family Safeguarding Team, and Paul Grocutt, the Head of Service for Telford and Wrekin Family Safeguarding, presented at the RCGP and Addiction Professionals Managing Addictions in Primary Care Conference on Thursday 26th February.

They were given the opportunity to deliver a presentation on the Telford Family Safeguarding Team model, exploring the importance of working to support families in the Telford and Wrekin community.

02/03/2026

Today's is that everyone reacts to alcohol similarly. This is a myth, the fact is that reactions to alcohol is an extremely individual experience and varies based on many things such as weight, metabolism, gender, genetics and many more.

🩺 Long-term, excessive drinking has varied impacts such as higher risk of liver disease, certain cancers and cardiovascular damage, as well as many other short term and long lasting effects.

If you think you might be drinking too much or want to stay within the recommended limits, you can take the Drinkaware quiz today: https://orlo.uk/0Zx7c

If you are wanting to make a change to your alcohol intake, we are here to help - please reach out for support from our friendly, non-judgemental team or submit a referral online: https://orlo.uk/mprrF

27/02/2026

It's and today we're sharing a story from one of the wonderful people who accessed our service.

💬 “The courses you can do, the support your given, the care the respect the empathy you get and in turn learn yourself is priceless. My journey has been long and difficult but there will always be that time when you want control back, when you've had enough and don't want to create any more victims.”

Read the full story on Care Opinion here ➡️ https://orlo.uk/44Lbm

24/02/2026

Have you been feeling in the mood to reflect and reset your habits lately? If you would like some support with this in areas such as drugs and alcohol, sleep, mindfulness or finance, but don't want to make a full referral, our website contains self-help programmes focused on supporting you.

Our free SilverCloud self-help programmes are available to use remotely, anywhere you have access to the internet - take a look today ➡️ https://orlo.uk/WzvFb

23/02/2026

“Do something today that your future self will thank you for.”

19/02/2026

Mental health and substance use are often closely connected. Many people experience co-occurring conditions, where mental health challenges and substance use affect each other. Supporting your mental wellbeing can play an important role in reducing harm, improving recovery and benefiting overall quality of life.

Here are 5 simple ways to support your mental health:

👟 Be active
🤝 Connect
📚 Keep learning
⭐ Give
💡 Take notice

Find practical tips, tools and more advice via the following link ➡️ https://orlo.uk/H475U

17/02/2026

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day 💛

Let's go above and beyond to make kindness the norm, not just today but every day. Small acts of kindness really do matter, and you never know how much a small gesture could mean to someone. Whether it is a kind word or compliment, checking in on someone who needs it, lending a hand or acknowledging something that is important to someone, it all counts. There are so many ways to show kindness to others, so let's try to increase the kindness in our world.

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Whitechapel Way
Telford
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Opening Hours

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

Website

http://www.telfordstars.org/

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