We provide a veteran-to-veteran support, befriending and recovery activities project for ex-armed forces who have experienced alcohol or substance use problems. STAND TO is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our veteran community.
We offer opportunities for veterans to engage in a range of social and physical activities and attend MESS groups (Mutual Ex- Service Support) to support ongoing recovery held throughout Derbyshire.
However, Great News! We are now offering anyone who is in recovery from substance use the opportunity to join in some of the activities! Why not join one of our “open to all in recovery” veteran led activity events.
You don’t need to have served, but you will need a willingness to take part and a GSOH!
At STDVCS our motto is “we have your back” which always applies, we can offer befriending calls, a walk, and a brew or for the more adventurous water sports, Rockbox, through to archery.
Our Veteran Recovery Link Worker and volunteers will support you, whatever stage of recovery for you to come along and enjoy the much-missed camaraderie.
How to Get Involved
Veterans
If you are a veteran and you want to join one of our recovery events or MESS groups or would like to receive befriending calls, please contact us on Tel 01246 959333 or complete the contact form below.
Recovery for All events
If you are in recovery from alcohol or substance use, or attending another support project, and want to take part in one of our group events, please contact us on Tel 01246 959333 or complete the contact form below.
Support Providers
If you are a recovery provider or health and social care worker, you can refer people in recovery from alcohol and substance use into our project, we will need you to complete a referral from. Contact us on our VIP on 01246 959333 or complete the contact form below.