Change Grow Live
Barking and Dagenham Council recently approved a £2.7 million investment to enhance youth and adult substance use services provided by Change Grow Live.
Barking and Dagenham Council approved a £2.7 million investment in October 2026 to enhance youth and adult substance use services, ensuring continued support for residents. This funding aims to address social and health issues linked to substance misuse, including domestic violence, mental health problems, and homelessness.
The investment, primarily sourced from the Department of Health, will support Change Grow Live, a health and social care charity providing services for people experiencing issues with drugs, alcohol, and mental health. There are no further council discussions or decisions scheduled on this topic at present.
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