GLADS

GLADS is a self help group like AA/NA but it has one step, not 12. The only step is come and be honest for yourself….and we just make it safe so you can be honest. That honesty means, you set your own pace, make your own decisions and work out your own limits…whether that be one drink, two drinks etc or zero drinks (or drugs). We don't advocate controlled drinking (or drugs) or abstinence, we advocate being honest for yourself and regaining a sense of worth instead of guilt, self hate or self sabotage... GLADS (Gay and Lesbian Alcohol and Drug Support Group) started in 1991. Drugs and alcohol use is a part of the wider community and play a role in the Gay and Lesbian sub culture also. It follows that some people will develop a dependence on alcohol and drugs some time in their life. The emotional stress of modern Gay life, relationships, work and just keeping it all together can be very hard to cope with alone. GLADS was formed out of a need within the community for support in these..

Primary location: Windsor