Staying Safe in the Heat

Staying Safe in the Heat

What you need to know about alcohol, drugs, medication, and your mental health during hot weather Hot weather can feel welcome, but it brings real risks, particularly for people who use alcohol or drugs, take prescribed medication, or live with mental health...
We’re Hosting a Professionals Event for Alcohol Awareness Week

We’re Hosting a Professionals Event for Alcohol Awareness Week

This year’s Alcohol Awareness Week runs from 6 to 12 July 2026, and we’re marking it by opening our doors to professionals from across the Wirral. On Thursday 9 July, we’re hosting a free professionals event at Price Street Hub in Birkenhead,...
Drinking and drugs in later life: what changes after 50, and where to get help

Drinking and drugs in later life: what changes after 50, and where to get help

Most conversations about drugs and alcohol focus on young people. But the reality is that many people over 50 are drinking more than they realise, using substances to manage pain or sleep or stress, and doing so in a body that processes everything differently than it...
Pride Month: Why LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Drug and Alcohol Support Matters

Pride Month: Why LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Drug and Alcohol Support Matters

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities, reflect on progress made, and be honest about the work still to do. For us at Wirral Ways, that honesty matters. Pride is not just a moment for rainbow branding. It is a reminder that some people face...
The World Cup, Gambling, Drink, Drugs and Domestic Abuse: What You Need to Know

The World Cup, Gambling, Drink, Drugs and Domestic Abuse: What You Need to Know

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July – 39 days, 104 matches, hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. For most people in Wirral, it will be a brilliant tournament to follow. But for some, major sporting events bring increased pressure...