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Claire Hazelgrove MP visits DHI’s Hawthorn House to see innovative supported housing in action

Claire Hazelgrove MP visits DHI’s Hawthorn House to see innovative supported housing in action

Oct 29, 2026

Claire Hazelgrove MP has visited DHI’s supported house in Patchway, Hawthorn House, to see how safe accommodation, specialist support and an innovative approach to community alcohol detox are helping local people build healthier futures.

Dr Cathy Stannard in conversation with Rosie Phillips on the future of pain management

Dr Cathy Stannard in conversation with Rosie Phillips on the future of pain management

Oct 15, 2026

Chronic pain is a major public health issue, affecting more than one in four adults (26%) in England. DHI's new toolkit offers life-changing support.

Davinia

“DHI helped me become a stronger person – now I help others in recovery”

Sep 14, 2026

Becoming a Peer changed the course of Davinia’s life, helping her gain the skills and confidence she needed to start a new career. She shares her story.

Innovative support for people living with chronic pain

Innovative support for people living with chronic pain

Aug 06, 2026

DHI launches innovative new Smokefree Peer Support Programme

DHI launches innovative new Smokefree Peer Support Programme

Jul 21, 2026

DHI’s Reach Out event shines a spotlight on families and carers

DHI’s Reach Out event shines a spotlight on families and carers

Jun 22, 2026

Una Gordon, DHI Family Practitioner

“Group members realise that they’re not alone”

Jun 02, 2026

Una Gordon, DHI Family Practitioner, describes how our Families & Carers (FAM) service supports people who are struggling with a loved one’s drug or alcohol use.

Rachael, FAM Group member

“The Families & Carers Group gives me strength”

May 29, 2026

Rachael describes how DHI’s Families & Carers Group helps her feel less alone and gives her the confidence and strategies to cope with her loved one’s problematic drug use.

Heidi Whittington

“DHI brought love back into my life”

May 18, 2026

A family tragedy led Heidi’s drinking to spiral, but with support from DHI, she’s now beginning a new chapter.

Sam Faulkner, DHI Peer

“DHI is helping me become the person I was meant to be”

May 13, 2026

DHI Peer Sam Faulkner explains how his lived experience makes reaching out for help less daunting for new service users.

DHI's partnership with Resonance helps Oskar find stability, health and a place to call home

DHI's partnership with Resonance helps Oskar find stability, health and a place to call home

May 06, 2026