At East Sussex Recovery Alliance, we know that not everyone finds it easy to come to us for help. That’s why we go out into the community to meet people where they are. Our outreach work is about building trust, breaking down barriers, and making sure anyone who wants support for addiction or recovery can find it.

Our team visits local community spaces, cafés, and other meeting places in Hastings and the surrounding area. We offer a friendly face, a listening ear, and information about the support available through ESRA and our partners. Sometimes we simply have a chat; other times we help someone take their first step towards recovery by linking them with our groups or one-to-one support.

We also work closely with other organisations so people don’t fall through the gaps. Whether someone needs help finding housing, accessing medical care, or getting back into work, we do our best to connect them with the right support.

Our outreach work helps people who may feel isolated, unsure, or not ready to walk through the door of a recovery service. By being visible and approachable in the community, we show that recovery is possible — and that no one has to face it alone.

If you’d like to find out more about our outreach work or where we’ll be next, please get in touch or follow us on social media.