News
KCA publishes groundbreaking research
A team of KCA researchers have published a report addressing how use of ultrasound can identify the damage to opioid users caused by femoral vein puncture. The findings of this research offer a unique opportunity for medical staff to meaningfully engage with, and support groin-injecting opioid users. Download a provisional PDF version of this research to learn more.
The new IDAS Wandsworth service starts!
IDAS (Integrated Drug and Alcohol Service) Wandsworth opened its doors in the borough on 1st December. The new service, founded on a vision of easy access to personalised treatment, will address a range of needs relating to drug and alcohol treatment and will offer meaningful activities to support lasting recovery in the community.
Cycle Recycle Website Launches
KCA's Cycle Recycle project now has its own website - www.cyclerecyclethanet.com - providing information about this innovative and exciting service.
Cycle Recycle is growing and continues to make a huge difference in the lives of our service users. Keep in touch through the website, Twitter and Facebook page.
Rocking for Recovery
KCA held the first of a potential series of live music events in East Kent when staff gathered for an open air concert in Rhodes Minnis on Saturday September 3.
RisKit - Early Intervention with Young People
A pilot programme called RisKit, is about to change the way we think about drug and alcohol early interventions for young people.
Involving Young People in Service Delivery
"Why not ask our clients if they think the font is a bit too harsh on the eyes?" "How about asking our client group to give us their opinion on a leaflet that was being designed specifically for them? After all, if they don't think it looks good, they're not going to read it."
Changing the Face of Mental Health
Zac Goldsmith MP opened KCA's exhibition of photographs challenging the accepted view of Mental Health at the Duke Street Cafe, Duke Street Church in Richmond on Friday 25th March at 1:30pm.