Hotline to help for Rotherham drinkers

PEOPLE battling problems with the demon drink will be able access advice easily thanks to a new hotline.

Help is at hand for Rotherham people who may be finding it harder than they thought to cut back on the booze with the launch of the phone helpline by

Rotherham Alcohol Service, which is run by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH).

RDaSH Service Manager Matt Pollard said: “There’s been a huge amount of publicity around Dry January this year, but now that’s been and gone, people may still need that extra bit of support to make changes to their drinking habits.

“Cutting down on your alcohol intake can benefit your health in a variety of ways such as weight loss, better sleep, more energy and clearer skin.

“We’re encouraging people to make the decision to give their liver, waistline and wallet a break and make February their focus.

“We offer a wide range of different interventions to suit people whatever their need and we've even got some great online tools as well.

“Whether it’s getting help to reduce intake, or giving up all together — we’ve got the right package."

Anyone who would like a confidential chat with someone about their drinking, or support due to a family member's drinking can ring Rotherham Alcohol Service’s single point of access number on 01709 447210.