ADS (Addiction Dependency Solutions) is a regional charity established in 1973 to promote a better and more sympathetic understanding of alcohol and drug related problems, to study their causes and effects and to undertake and co-operate with all revelant agencies in the prevention, treatment and aftercare of those affected by alcohol and drug misuse.
Our core philosophy is to help people find the best within themselves and the dream was to provide quick response to help and advise people and families suffering from the shattering effects of alcohol abuse. Over the ensuing years the organisation grew into Alcohol and Drug Services and in 2007 rebranded as ADS (Addiction Dependency Solutions). This was the culmination of a 6 month comprehensive review involving a selection of staff, clients, volunteers, opinion formers and commissioners. The new corporate identity retains important links with our history but applies a more fitting and contemporary strap line and logo. This coupled with our new 3 year strategic plan provides us with a significant platform for further growth. Click to strategic priorities.
Last year we worked with over 17,500 clients. Their stories reflect the strides so many people make when they become involved with ADS as well as the commitment of the staff and volunteers who work with them. Click to personal stories
Today ADS has over 300 professional staff, over 250 trained volunteers and service provision across 35 sites throughout the North of England. Click for more
ADS works in partnership with others to prevent and deal with addiction and dependency. We provide a range of solutions to adults, children and young people and their families to engage in and be supported through prevention and treatment programmes for addictions and dependencies. Our ambition is to deliver more improved services for more clients.
ADS prides itself on having a strong value base and a “can do” attitude. These qualities shine out from our staff in their work to support people in turning their lives around. Creativity, Development, Change-these are all areas ADS has embraced with the commitment and loyalty of staff and volunteers over the last 30 years.
ADS is a registered charity - number 702559 and a company limited by guarantee. Our funding comes from health and local authorities, criminal justice agencies, pooled treatment budgets and charitable donations.