Substance misuse treatment referral

This page is for professionals working with children and young people. If you are a member of the public, please see  Drugs and alcohol for children and young people.

You can make a referral to the East Sussex Under 25's Substance Misuse service via

A duty worker is available to give advice

  • Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm, and
  • Fridays, 9am to 4.30pm.

What we offer

  • specialist treatment services for young people using alcohol or drugs.
    (This includes new psychoactive substances ‘legal highs’, or research chemicals). 
  • advice to parents and carers

The service consists of

  • substance misuse practitioners
  • social workers
  • clinical nurse specialists
  • psychiatry services
  • a duty worker or manager who is available daily