‘Online Resource Pack’ for those concerned for someone affected by their parent’s drinking during COVID social distancing.
‘Online Resource Pack’ for those concerned for someone affected by their parent’s drinking during COVID social distancing.
In spite of the corona virus quickly spreading around the UK, the Nacoa helpline will remain open for the foreseeable future. Nacoa operates in a relatively contained work environment, which will allow staff and some volunteers to safely continue manning the helpline for children affected by their parent’s drinking. This is a time of real …
In spite of the corona virus quickly spreading around the UK, the Nacoa helpline will remain open for the foreseeable future. Nacoa operates in a relatively contained work environment, which will allow staff and some volunteers to safely continue manning the helpline for children affected by their parent’s drinking. This is a time of real …
By Lindsay Doherty. I became a volunteer helpline counsellor for Nacoa last year after reading an article online about one of their patrons, Calum Best, who climbed Mont Blanc in 2018 as a fundraiser. Having lost my own father when I was aged 19 to alcoholism, I hadn’t been aware of the Bristol based charity …
By Lindsay Doherty. I became a volunteer helpline counsellor for Nacoa last year after reading an article online about one of their patrons, Calum Best, who climbed Mont Blanc in 2018 as a fundraiser. Having lost my own father when I was aged 19 to alcoholism, I hadn’t been aware of the Bristol based charity …
It is with great sadness that we announce that Nacoa’s Chair of Trustees, John Fenston, has passed away. Though it is also with huge gratitude that we are looking back on John’s life and his heroic work for Nacoa. John became a Nacoa trustee in 1995 and took over as Chair of Trustees when our …
It is with great sadness that we announce that Nacoa’s Chair of Trustees, John Fenston, has passed away. Though it is also with huge gratitude that we are looking back on John’s life and his heroic work for Nacoa. John became a Nacoa trustee in 1995 and took over as Chair of Trustees when our …
Nacoa volunteer and ambassador Josh Connolly was invited as a guest on the latest BBC Hooked podcast. In a wide-ranging conversation with presenters Melissa Rice and Jade Wye, there are some amazing insights are made about what it is like growing up with a parent who drinks too much. The programme covers the fears children feel, …
Nacoa volunteer and ambassador Josh Connolly was invited as a guest on the latest BBC Hooked podcast. In a wide-ranging conversation with presenters Melissa Rice and Jade Wye, there are some amazing insights are made about what it is like growing up with a parent who drinks too much. The programme covers the fears children feel, …
During COA Week 2020, we were very proud to publish “Jasper’s Wish”. This wonderful book, written by Dr Jessica Munafo for Nacoa, is being published for all to read and share with their loved ones. After he finds himself, all of a sudden, having to stay with his two Nanas, Jasper has quite a few …
During COA Week 2020, we were very proud to publish “Jasper’s Wish”. This wonderful book, written by Dr Jessica Munafo for Nacoa, is being published for all to read and share with their loved ones. After he finds himself, all of a sudden, having to stay with his two Nanas, Jasper has quite a few …
Fancy kicking off 2020 with a challenge? We have the perfect thing for you. Of the ten spaces reserved this year for Nacoa on the London Landmarks Half Marathon, a few places are still available. The race is taking place on 29th March 2020. To apply for a place, email us at admin@nacoa.org.uk. The London …
Fancy kicking off 2020 with a challenge? We have the perfect thing for you. Of the ten spaces reserved this year for Nacoa on the London Landmarks Half Marathon, a few places are still available. The race is taking place on 29th March 2020. To apply for a place, email us at admin@nacoa.org.uk. The London …
“I contacted Nacoa straight away and got the most genuine welcome and support.” For 30 years, Nacoa has been incredibly proud to be funded and supported by thousands of people who know exactly why a confidential helpline service is crucial for children affected by their parent’s drinking. There are so many ways you can help. …
“I contacted Nacoa straight away and got the most genuine welcome and support.” For 30 years, Nacoa has been incredibly proud to be funded and supported by thousands of people who know exactly why a confidential helpline service is crucial for children affected by their parent’s drinking. There are so many ways you can help. …
The Big Nacoa Walk is back in 2020! The event follows the success of last year, when 26 fundraisers braved the beautiful 27 mile Peak District walk, the 6 Dales Circuit. 50 places are available for this year for the one day walk on the 9th May 2020. Sign up soon, because places are going …
The Big Nacoa Walk is back in 2020! The event follows the success of last year, when 26 fundraisers braved the beautiful 27 mile Peak District walk, the 6 Dales Circuit. 50 places are available for this year for the one day walk on the 9th May 2020. Sign up soon, because places are going …
For most people across the UK, the holiday season is a time for coming together as a family and celebrating the turning of another year. However, for children living in a home where addiction is a problem, Christmas can be a time of real concern and fear. Nacoa’s helpline will be open every day over Christmas, …
For most people across the UK, the holiday season is a time for coming together as a family and celebrating the turning of another year. However, for children living in a home where addiction is a problem, Christmas can be a time of real concern and fear. Nacoa’s helpline will be open every day over Christmas, …
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