The Big River Project offers a Borders-wide service which will work positively and flexibly with individuals who are experiencing problems due to their substance misuse.

We offer:

Individual Casework

  • One to one ongoing support from a named worker to address issues around drug misuse
  • Practical and emotional support
  • Advice and information
  • Signposting on to other agencies
  • Advocacy support
  • Move on options

We also offer support, information and advice for family members who are affected by someone else’s drug use.

Needle Exchange

  • Access to clean injecting equipment
  • Harm reduction advice and information
  • Sexual health advice
  • Access to blood borne virus testing and support in partnership with NHS Borders

Duty/Open Access

  • No appointment needed between 1pm and 4pm
  • Crisis intervention
  • Support and advice
  • Referrals taken or referred on to other agencies

Employability Hub

  • Access to internet/computer
  • CV, job search
  • Access, gateway to information on education, training and employment

Complementary Therapies

  • Auricular acupuncture
  • Indian Head Massage
  • Reiki
  • Visualisations

Hours of Service

The project is open:

  • Monday to Thursday: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
  • Friday: 9.00am to 4.30pm

One to one appointments are offered at various locations throughout the Borders.

The project has a 24-hour answer phone service. If you leave a message we will call you back as soon as possible.

How to refer to this service

You can refer yourself to the project by phone or fax or by completing our online referral form????. You can be also be referred by another agency.

Contact us

The Big River
79 High Street
Galashiels, TD1 1RZ
T: 01896 759 740
F: 01896 759 336
E : bigriver_admin@turningpointscotland.com