Substance use support for young people and families

Early Break

the young people and family service

Working together towards positive change

Substance use support when it matters most

At Early Break, we provide specialist advocacy support for young people and families facing challenges related to substance use.

From one-to-one counselling and group work to whole-family interventions and advocacy, our services are trauma-informed, compassionate, and confidential, delivered across Greater Manchester and Lancashire.

We believe in early support without judgement, we’re here to listen and guide you toward the right service.

Early Break Services

Why Choose Early Break?

Over 30 years of experience working with children, young people and families.

Lived experience-informed and trauma-responsive approaches.

Trusted by local authorities, NHS services, schools and charities, to name just a few.

Accessible support in schools, homes, online or community spaces.

Meet a few of the team

Local Partners & Agencies

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Greater Manchester Police logo with crown emblem and text
Logo for Turning Point, with red, pink, yellow, and orange geometric shapes forming a butterfly, and the text 'Turning Point' and 'inspired by possibility' in red.
Logo with the word 'my no' in colorful letters and the tagline 'Meeting Your Needs Oldham' underneath.
Bury Safeguarding Partnership logo with colorful concentric arches and text
Logo for Turning Point with a stylized butterfly and the text "Turning Point" and "Inspired by possibility."
Logo of Greater Manchester Police featuring a crest with a crown and a badge with police insignia.
Logo for MYNO with the tagline "Meeting Your Needs Oldham" in colorful, playful font.

What’s on across Early Break

From professional CPD training to young people’s drop-in sessions, Early Break offers a growing calendar of events that support learning, connection and wellbeing.