Our Services
Explore the wide range of support we provide across Lancashire — from harm reduction to treatment, recovery, and community outreach.
Service Areas
Community & Outreach
Groups, activities, and recovery support in the heart of your community.
Harm Reduction
We know not everyone is ready or able to stop using drugs or alcohol right away. Our harm reduction services are here to keep you as safe as possible and reduce the risks.
What we offer:
- Needle and syringe exchange
- Naloxone training and free kits (to reverse opioid overdoses)
- Safer use advice and practical tips
- Health checks and brief interventions
- Drop-ins across Lancashire
*You’ll be taken to the NHS/NSP Direct website to check coverage for your area.
Good To Know
Everything is confidential and judgement-free
Naloxone is free and easy to carry
Bring used equipment back for safe disposal
You can also find services near you
Treatment & Recovery
We’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that fits your goals. Whether you want to cut down, stop completely, or just get support, we’re here.
What we offer:
- One-to-one keyworking and recovery plans
- Group support programmes
- Detox and medical treatment (if needed)
- Peer support and recovery coaching
Good To Know
You don’t need a GP referral — come straight to us
Treatment is free and confidential
We’ll go at your pace
You can bring a friend, family member, or support worker with you
Community & Outreach
Recovery doesn’t only happen in treatment rooms. We run groups, activities, and outreach services to help you connect, stay well, and build new routines.
What we offer:
- Local wellbeing and recovery groups
- Walk and talk sessions
- Creative and social activities
- Peer-led initiatives to build confidence and connection
Good To Know
Groups are free and open to everyone we support
No pressure to share more than you want to
Friendly and supportive environments
A great way to meet others on a similar journey
Specialist Pathways
Our recovery coordinators include specialist workers who bring extra knowledge and support in key areas. This means we can offer the right help, in the right way, at the right time.
Specialist roles include:
Co-occurring conditions workers
Support if you’re managing both substance use and mental health needs
Hospital liaison workers
Help when you come into contact with hospital or emergency services
District health & wellbeing workers
Linking you with local community health and wellbeing support
Rough sleepers outreach workers
Reaching people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Young persons transitional workers
Making the move from young people’s services into adult support easier
Detox workers
Specialist guidance through structured detox pathways
Criminal justice workers
Tailored support for people involved with probation, courts, or prison
Good To Know
You’ll be supported by Inspire’s own specialist staff
Tailored pathways mean you won’t fall through the gaps
We work closely with the NHS, housing, and local partners where needed
Confidential, judgement-free, and focused on your goals
Your Questions Answered
Do I have to stop completely to get support?
No. We’ll support you whether you want to cut down, stop, or just use more safely. We’ll meet you where you’re at, without judgement.
Is my information confidential?
Yes. Everything you tell us stays private, unless we’re worried about your immediate safety or someone else’s.
Can I get support for someone I care about?
Yes. We can offer advice, guidance, and services for family members and friends too.
Does it cost anything to use Inspire?
No. All of our services are completely free.
How quickly can I get help?
Once you reach out, we’ll contact you as soon as possible. Waiting times can vary, but we’ll always try to get you the right help, in the right way, at the right time.
What if I’ve tried before and it didn’t work?
That’s okay. Many people need more than one go. We’ll support you to try again — at your pace, with no pressure.
Getting in touch with us couldn’t be easier. You can check out our timetable and drop-in to one of our hubs to see us, give us a call or message us on our Facebook page.
