Adferiad
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Supporting people with their mental health, substance use issues & other complex life challenges.
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We are proud to be a member-led charity. Becoming an Adferiad member is completely free and allows you to have your voice heard by shaping the future of our services. 📢

With your help, we can change the landscape of mental health and substance use care in Wales.

Become a member here bit.ly/3E0Zcrd
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It was great to visit @adferiad.org in Llandudno with
@mabonapgwynfor.bsky.social to hear about their exciting plans to transform the former Blind Veterans Centre into a new facility providing rehabilitation and recovery services for people across north Wales.
November 4, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We welcomed members of @adferiad.org and @bipolaruk.bsky.social and the Lived Experience Advisory Panel (LEAP) to talk to attendees about their work with us.

LEAP member, Karrina said that advising on the project has been really special.
September 30, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Addiction can affect anyone, and everyone experiencing it is somebody to someone. 🤝

Help us change the conversation around addiction and create a culture where seeking support is accepted and encouraged - after all, we're Only Human. 🫶
July 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
What a day we have had today at Kinmel Bay, Rhyl, for our North Wales Let's Get Physical day☀️

Always fantastic to see our service users getting active and brilliant to have the Mayor of Kinmel Bay and Towyn and Adferiad Ambassador Chanel with us to celebrate the day. 🏃‍♂️

Well done to all today 🏆
July 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Today’s stop on Adferiad’s Summer Open Day Programme, was our Neville Street Centre.📍☀️

Swipe to check out the fantastic services across the Cardiff and Vale area, including Diverse Cymru, Caniad & Cyfle Cymru.

A massive thank you to all the services that came together to make the day great.🙌
June 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Your time could be extremely valuable to someone who is struggling. 🫶

Find out more about how you can volunteer with Adferiad: adferiad.org/get-involved/volunteer-with-us

#VolunteersWeek
June 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
From mentoring to mental health support, from admin to outreach, our volunteers are making real change every day. 🌟

Find out more about volunteering with Adferiad here: adferiad.org/get-involved/volunteer-with-us

#VolunteersWeek
June 5, 2025 at 1:23 PM
This #VolunteersWeek, we recognise those who give their time to support people in need. 🫶

By volunteering with Adferiad, you take on a fulfilling role that brings hope to people on their recovery journey, and build your skills and experience while you're at it! 🙌

Find out more: bit.ly/3HDKath
June 3, 2025 at 12:31 PM
We couldn't do what we do without the support of generous donations. Even the smallest of donations can help us provide lifesaving support that makes a real difference.🫶

If you want to support our services in your local community, consider leaving a donation here:
👉 www.justgiving.com/adferiad 👈
May 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Know our name, but not sure what we do? 🤔

Adferiad changes and saves lives. 💜

Every day, we're here for people like Dan who are facing mental health and substance use challenges; providing the support they need, however they need it. 🫶
April 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM
💧🪣Make sure you're putting holes in your stress bucket this #StressAwarenessMonth 🤯
If everyone's ability to handle stress is different, our coping strategies should be too! It's so important to be aware of your limits, and what helps to tackle your stress, to keep on top of your mental health. 💭
April 3, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Need support with your mental health and finances this #DebtAwarenessWeek ?👇👇
Debt can carry a lot of shame and stigma—one of the biggest barriers to seeking advice.

It can make us hesitant to talk about money worries or ask for help.

This #DebtAwarenessWeek, you’re not alone. Help is available 👉 bit.ly/4bRpf1c
March 26, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Time to get our Ketamine facts straight ✅❌

Ketamine is a particularly popular substance right now, particularly among young people - but how much do you know about what it is, and what it does?

Get the facts, stay informed, and make safer choices 🙌
March 20, 2025 at 3:44 PM
We're delighted to announce that we have secured funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver a new Anti-Stigma Campaign, Only Human, aimed at tackling addiction-related stigma across Wales! 📢

Read more here: bit.ly/41v27k9
Adferiad Announces National Anti-Stigma Campaign - Adferiad
Adferiad are proud to announce the development of a major new project aimed at tackling addiction-related stigma across the country....
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March 14, 2025 at 4:38 PM
We do what we do for people like Elliot. 💜

We want people experiencing serious mental illness and addiction to know that there is always somewhere to turn for support.

If you're struggling today, take the first step and reach out: adferiad.org/our-services/
March 11, 2025 at 10:33 AM
We asked our staff "What is the best part about working for Adferiad?" 💜

The most common themes?
🤝 Feeling part of a team 🤝
🫶 Personal fulfilment and job satisfaction 🫶
📈 Opportunities for growth 📈
🙌 Helping people 🙌

Find out more here 👉 bit.ly/3NrXPDv

Want to work for us? 👉bit.ly/3F8Vpc2
March 6, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Serious mental illness and addiction touch every corner of a person's life, support should too. 📢

That's why we do things the Adferiad way, with support that focuses on the person, not the diagnosis. 💜

Across over 150 services, we empower people to make positive changes that transform their lives.
March 3, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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#BrainGenHub brings together research expertise from across universities in south Wales & the South West.

Our partners at @bipolaruk.bsky.social
@adferiad.org & @thencmh.bsky.social are helping us work with people who have experienced psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar & schizoaffective disorder.
February 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
We transform the lives of people in Wales living with serious mental illness and addiction! ✨

Our 2023-2024 Impact Report showed that we supported over 30,000 people last year, coming in contact with a client every 46 seconds!

Click here to read our 2023-2024 Impact Report in full: bit.ly/3NrXPDv
February 20, 2025 at 9:51 AM
We're delighted to announce the launch of our newest service, Flintshire Housing First!🏠🙌

This Housing Support Grant-funded service provides housing-related support to those at risk of homelessness across Flintshire
Find out more here:
www.adferiad.org/adferiad-launches-new-housing-support-service/
Adferiad Launches New Housing Support Service for Homeless Individuals Across Flintshire - Adferiad
Adferiad are delighted to announce the launch our newest service, Flintshire Housing First! Building on the Housing First provision that Adferiad has delivered in Bridgend since 2022, this Housing Sup...
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February 14, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Our Switch service offers support to young people living in Neath Port Talbot who are at risk of, or already engaging in risky behaviour involving alcohol/drugs.

If you're worried about your, or someone else's drug/alcohol use contact
📧switch@adferiad.org
📞01639 620222

#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
💥 Aged between 14 and 25 and live in North Wales?
💥 Drug/alcohol use getting out of hand?
💥 Substance-free and need support to prevent relapse?

CAMFA 14+ provides free counselling and therapy to those in need of substance use intervention!
Find out more👇
bit.ly/40JKCMM

#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 5, 2025 at 11:17 AM
In Wales 1 in 6 children have a diagnosable mental health problem, early intervention before issues escalate is crucial.

At Adferiad, we provide vital services to support young people’s mental wellbeing. If you or someone you know needs support, click here👇
bit.ly/410In9a
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 4, 2025 at 12:41 PM
📣Have your say on the use of AI in healthcare decision making!📣

Here's your chance to voice your preferences or worries about the potential use of Artificial Intelligence technologies in healthcare decision making. ⬇️
Hello, Bluesky! 👋

We’re thrilled to share our first post - an exciting opportunity to have your say on the use of Artificial Intelligence in Welsh Healthcare.🏥🤖

Read more on our website: cedar.nhs.wales/images/study...
January 31, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🚨 Just 1️⃣ week to go until Time to Talk Day! 🚨

Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, make some time to reach out to friends, family, and colleagues about mental health. 💭

Join in next Thursday to help us beat the stigma against mental health - every conversation counts! 🫶
January 30, 2025 at 1:55 PM