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Drug and alcohol recovery

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Recovery from drug and alcohol use is an everyday reality in thousands of lives.

Many pathways to recovery exist, and recovered people are part of the solution. The aim and focus of all our work is recovery.

About drug and alcohol recovery services

There are community drug and alcohol teams across NHS Highland, based in a wide variety of settings including GP practices, community hospitals, the local Council, and a range of satellite settings. They provide support, advice and treatment to individuals living with drug or alcohol issues.

Find out about services:

See also support groups and helplines for:

Important: Support for people affected by alcohol

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If you are worried about your own or someone else's drinking there are lots of organisations available to help.

Read about alcohol support at NHS inform

Important: Support for people affected by drugs

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Pharmacies, drug services and mental health services can provide support for people affected by drugs. GPs can also give advice.

Read about support for people affected by drugs, at NHS inform

Last updated: 20 May 2026

Next review date: 17 May 2027