If you are looking to address your alcohol use, we recommend seeking professional support before you start to cut down.
Alcohol dependence is when your body requires alcohol to function normally. Not everyone who misuses alcohol is dependent but reducing the amount you drink without professional support can be dangerous. If you experience any of the following we recommend speaking to your GP:
- seizures (fits)
- hand tremors (‘the shakes’)
- sweating
- seeing things that are not actually real (visual hallucinations)
- depression
- anxiety
- difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
Regardless of your alcohol intake we still recommend you speak with a local service or your GP to discuss your options for achieving your goals.
I may need a Community Alcohol Detox
A Community Alcohol Detox is where an individual is prescribed medication that helps them to manage withdrawal symptoms as they cut down their drinking through medical supervision of a GP with support from a community organisation through key working or group support.
If you require a medically supervised detox, it is highly recommended that you are engaging in support services to help you through the process. The detoxification is only the beginning of the recovery journey.
When you get in contact with one of the services listed below, they will offer an initial assessment where a member of the team will assess your needs and advise on an appropriate treatment plan that will assist in meeting your goals
What is Alcohol Dependence?
Alcohol dependence is when your body requires alcohol in order to function – and you experience unpleasant withdrawal symptoms when you are not drinking.
Stopping drinking suddenly can be dangerous if you are alcohol dependent. Those who are alcohol dependent or who have been drinking large amounts of alcohol for a longer period of time may need to engage in a Community Alcohol Detoxification process.
Not everyone who is alcohol dependent will require a medical detox but it is still highly recommended that you discuss your options with your GP or community organisation before you start to cut down.
What should I do?
If you require an alcohol detox or are unsure if you require an alcohol detox, we recommend you:
- Contact your GP directly to discuss your options and contact one of these services for support.
- Contact one of the services listed below directly to discuss the supports that are right for you. They do not prescribe medication but they work closely with prescribers and other health professionals and will be able to support you in accessing the most appropriate supports to meet your needs.
Find a service near you
Please find a list of services below that provide support if you require a Community Alcohol Detox.
If you are a professional, it is highly recommended that you support your client in accessing one of the services listed below. These supports assist the individual through the recovery process and ensure there is an adequate aftercare plan in place to strengthen the individuals capacity to remain in abstinence.
All services vary slightly in their approach. We recommend that you contact each service directly to discuss the supports that are right for you.
All services follow normal business opening hours Monday to Friday unless otherwise specified.
Some services offer limited supports after 5 pm and they vary from time to time. We have stated which services offer supports after 5pm, but we advise you to contact them directly for more information.
The waiting time to access services after first point of contact varies between different organisations and may depend on individual circumstances. Some services may offer support on first point of contact and some services may operate on waiting lists. We recommend you contact each service directly to find out more information.
Find a service near you…
The services listed on this site are based in Dublin mainly within, or adjacent to, the following Drug and Alcohol Task Force Areas: Dublin 12, The South Inner City, Ballyfermot and The Canal Communities (Rialto, Inchicore and Bluebell).
If you are looking for information on supports outside of these areas we recommend you get in contact with the HSE Drug and Alcohol Helpline.
Please note that further information is available for some services by clicking “+”
HSE Drug & Alcohol Helpline
The HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline provides support, information, guidance and referral to anyone with a question or concern related to drug and alcohol use and/or HIV and sexual health.
Referral Process: If you require additional information on how to access these services – contact the HSE Drug & Alcohol Helpline 9:30-5:30 Monday-Friday or email.
Contact Details: 1800 459 459 / helpline@hse.ie / www2.hse.ie/alcohol
Addiction Response Crumlin (ARC)
ARC aim to support people with substance misuse problems and their families in the Dublin 12 area, and to assist service users to re-integrate into their local community. They do this through key working and offering a range of supports from people in active addiction to those who are abstinent and family members affected by addiction.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone with your contact details. You will speak to a member of the team, or leave a message for a call back.
Location: Sunshine Industrial Estate, 160a Crumlin Rd, Crumlin, Dublin 12, D12 V094 // 101 Cashel Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12
Contact Details: 086 770 7511 / 01 411 3222 / info@addictionresponsecrumlin.ie
Some out of hours services are available – contact for more information
Website: https://www.addictionresponsecrumlin.ie
Ballyfermot Advance
The Ballyfermot Advance Project aims to provide support to those with Drug and Alcohol addiction problems and their families. We are a community based project helping people who are Drug and Alcohol users and those affected by Drug and Alcohol use
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 3b Le Fanu House, Le Fanu Rd, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, D10XF29
Contact Details: 01 623 8001 / info@ballyfermotadvance.ie
Website:https://www.ballyfermotadvance.ie
Ballyfermot STAR
At Ballyfermot Star we provide non-judgemental support, guidance and education to drug users, their families and the community, enabling them to cope with and overcome the effects of drug use in their everyday lives.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Drumfinn Park, Drumfinn, Ballyfermot, Co. Dublin, D10 FP66
Contact Details:01 623 8002 / info@ballyfermotstar.ie
Outreach service available Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday – contact for more information
Website: https://www.ballyfermotstar.ie
Canal Communities Regional Addiction Service (CCRAS)
Canal Communities Regional Addiction Service (CCRAS) provides support to individuals, families, communities, drug and alcohol services and the Local Drug and Alcohol Task Force in the areas of poly-drug and alcohol use, harm reduction & health promotion, education & prevention, drug-free supports, community development, and safety.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Oblates Basketball Hall, Tyrconnell Rd, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 X65A
Contact Details: 086 806 0421 / 086 384 5542 / admin@ccrass.ie
Some out of hours services are available – contact for more information
Website: https://www.ccras.ie
Community Response
Community Response is a primary Alcohol and Liver Health service that specialises in support and advocacy for those impacted by problem alcohol use. They offer a number of services for individuals which are based upon presenting needs. These include: an exploration of the impact of drinking on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, evaluation of one’s own relationship with alcohol, family and concerned person-related supports around coping with another person’s drinking, and assistance in achieving and maintaining sobriety. Group and one-to-one options are offered, and holistic and mindfulness-based interventions are utilized. Community Response (as the host site for the Hepatitis C Partnership) can also assist individuals and organizations looking to access community-based education for and treatment of Hepatitis C.
Referral Process: Please contact the service directly by phone to make a referral or submit your information on the referral form on the website and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 14 Carmans Hall, Carmans Court, Dublin 8, D08 DP80
Contact Details: info@communityresponse.ie / 01 454 9772
Website: https://www.communityresponse.ie
Coolmine
Coolmine is a drug and alcohol treatment centre providing community, day and residential services to men and women with problematic substance use and their families in Ireland.
Referral Process: Please contact the service for further details on treatment options and information on referral pathways.
Location: Coolmine House, Lord Edward St, Dublin 2
Contact Details: 01 679 4822 / 087 122 9307 / admissions@coolminetc.ie
Website: https://www.coolmine.ie
Donore Community Drug Team
The Donore Community Drug & Alcohol Team are working with the Community of Donore Avenue and the surrounding areas to assist all those affacted by addiction problems, to promote healthy well being and to improve the quality of life for those who use our service.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Donore Community Drug & Alcohol Team, Donore Youth & Community Centre, Donore Avenue, Dublin 8
Contact Details: 01 416 4339 / donorecdt@eircom.net
Website: https://www.donorecdat.ie
Exchange House National - Travellers Service
Exchange House is a multi-disciplinary frontline service provider offering Education and Training Services, Children and Young People Services, Family Support and Crisis Intervention Services, Addiction Services and the National Traveller Mental Health Service.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 61 Great Strand Street, Dublin 1, D01 WC97
Contact Details: 01 872 1094 / info@exchangehouse.ie
Website: https://www.exchangehouse.ie
Frontline Make Change
Frontline is an addiction service set up to help Make Change. They support those who are affected by problematic alcohol or substance misuse, partners, children and family members through a range of one to one and group supports and family supports and childcare.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Kavanagh House, 135 Emmet Road, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 FP44
Contact Details: 01 473 6502 / info@frontlinemc.ie
Website: https://www.frontlinemakechange.com
Fusion CPL
We provide support to individuals who are coping with addiction issues either living in the community or incarcerated in prison.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Cherry Orchard Health Centre, Cherry Orchard Grove, Cherry Orchard, Dublin 10, D10 AA25
Contact Details: 01 623 1499 / 087 961 3272 / info@fusioncpl.ie
Website: https://www.fusioncpl.com
MQI
Merchants Quay Ireland is a national voluntary organization that helps people who are homeless and those caught in addiction. We provide frontline services, practical supports, pathways towards recovery and innovative responses to the issues of drug use and homelessness in Ireland.
Referral Process: Please contact the service for further details on treatment options and information on referral pathways.
Location: 13-14 Merchant’s Quay, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 KT61
Contact Details: 01 524 0160 / openaccess.info@mqi.ie / info@mqi.ie
Website: https://www.mqi.ie
Rialto Community Drug Team
The Rialto Community Drug Team provides services and support to those who are affected by problematic drug and/or alcohol use. We work with those who use or have used drugs and alcohol, with their partners, children and family members.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 468 S Circular Rd, Saint James’, Dublin 8, D08 H51F
Contact Details: 087 952 5721 / 01 454 0021
Some out of hours services are available – contact for more information
Website: https://www.rialtocommunitydrugteam.org
Ringsend District Response to Drugs (RDRD)
RDRD provides a wide range of services with the aim of combatting the effects of addiction and drug use and to support people on their journey toward rehabilitation.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone with your contact details. You will speak to a member of the team, or leave a message for a call back.
Location: The Spellman Centre, 17 Irishtown Rd, Ringsend, Co. Dublin, D04 PW10
Contact Details: 01 667 7666 / 085 788 2802
Some after care services apply after hours – contact for more information
Website: https://www.rdrdthespellmancentre.ie
Ruhama
Ruhama is a Dublin-based NGO that works on a national level with women affected by prostitution and other forms of commercial sexual exploitation.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Ruhama, 4 Castle St, Dublin 2
Contact Details: 01 836 0292 / admin@ruhama.ie
Website: https://www.ruhama.ie
Walkinstown Greenhills Resource Centre
We are a local community based charity. We offer a range of support services to those affected by substance misuse, gambling harm and mental health difficulties. We are here to help in whatever way we can.
Referral Process:To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 6 Cromwellsfort Rd, Walkinstown, Dublin 12, D12 PW13
Contact Details: 01 419 8630 / 086 027 8729 / reception@wgrc.ie
Some out of hours services are available – contact for more information
Website: https://www.wgrc.ie