The WRDATF has a recognised track record in fulfilling its drug and alcohol prevention brief, as well as a capacity to deliver evidence-based training and skills-based interventions that strengthen responses to alcohol and drugs issues in the region. Through this strategy we will build on this work, adapting our responses in line with best practice. We are very proud of the WRDATF Family Support Strategy 2017-2020 which lays out a clear role for the Task Force in supporting families affected by drug and alcohol misuse. This Strategy will underpin the goals and objectives recognised in that document.

In response to ongoing challenges in the Western Region, the Task Force is embarking on a new way of working by engaging in the development and co-ordination of ‘Rehabilitation Support Pathways’. These will provide progression pathways for people who misuse drugs and alcohol through a range of educational, training & employment opportunities to promote rehabilitation and integration. We believe this additional strand of work will complement the various responses currently delivered in the region.