Support for Families: Alcohol & Other Drugs
Thursday, 26 Jun 2025
At Life Ed, we believe every child deserves the best chance to thrive, and that starts with strong, informed families and communities. We’re committed to empowering parents and carers with practical resources and trusted information to help children and young people make safe, healthy choices, now and into the future
We’re proud to share the NSW Health Your Room – For Families page, a comprehensive hub designed to support families across NSW in reducing the harms caused by alcohol and other drugs. Here’s what you’ll find:
Practical guides for families
Access easy-to-understand guides and brochures to help you support your loved ones, manage challenging situations, and look after your own wellbeing. Many resources are available in multiple languages.
Self-care & wellbeing
Tips and strategies to help you care for yourself while supporting someone affected by alcohol or other drugs.
Navigating support systems
Clear information on how to find and access local support, treatment options, and community programs, because no one should have to do this alone.
Conversations that count
Guidance on talking to young people about alcohol and other drugs, recognising early warning signs, and building open, respectful communication.
Resources for all ages
Special guides for parents, carers, teenagers, and children, including how to manage aggression or risky behaviours in the home.
Getting help
24/7 Helplines
- Alcohol & Drug Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 for free, confidential advice and support, anytime.
- Family Drug Support: 1300 368 186 for support for families across Australia, 24 hours a day.
Explore: Respect Your Brain
We also encourage families to visit the Respect Your Brain page, featuring an engaging animated video series. These videos explain how alcohol, cannabis, MDMA, antidepressants, and vaping can affect the developing brain, particularly during adolescence—a critical time for brain growth and learning123.
The series is designed to help young people and families understand the unique risks substances pose to brain development, decision-making, and wellbeing. It’s an excellent conversation starter and a reliable source of evidence-based information.
At Life Ed, we know that informed, resilient families are at the heart of safer, healthier communities. If you’re concerned about a loved one or just want to learn more, Your Room – For Families, is a trusted starting point for support and information.
