Alcohol harm: a growing national crisis Alcohol is everywhere. It’s how we celebrate, commiserate, relax and bond. But for hundreds of thousands of people in the UK, drinking isn’t social, it’s survival. Alcohol Awareness Week 2025 invites us to look beyond the headlines and into the real cost of alcohol harm. Not just the damage […]
Pride month: a time to celebrate – and confront the crisis of LGBTQ+ homelessness
Highlighting the dangerous impact of homelessness in the LGBTQ+ community. Everyone deserves to feel safe and secure in their own home. But for many in the LGBTQ+ community, that right is too often out of reach. Family rejection, abuse and being forced to leave home remain common experiences. Pride Month is a time to celebrate […]
Understanding burnout, addiction and the workplace
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we explore the hidden links between chronic stress, addiction and recovery. As burnout reaches crisis levels in UK workplaces, Mental Health Awareness Week (May 12th to 18th) is a vital moment to expose the hidden links between chronic stress, addiction and recovery. At Emerging Futures, people with lived experience reveal […]
Empowering women, rebuilding lives
Inspiring recovery, happiness and health through women-only spaces This International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on the strength and resilience of women in recovery. Women overcoming addiction, domestic abuse and loss often feel deep shame and judgement, but we have seen first-hand that healing and joy are possible. We sat down with Zoe Houston, […]
At the gates: why it’s crucial prison leavers get the right support
The importance of prison link services to help reduce the risk of reoffending Reoffending among prison leavers remains a significant challenge in England and Wales. Recent statistics have highlighted the vital role stable accommodation and support play in reducing the likelihood of returning to crime. The link between homelessness and reoffending According to figures published […]
Navigating Christmas: ’Tis the season to be jolly sober
Christmas doesn’t need to be drowned in mulled wine and sweet sherry to be fun. But for those on a sober journey, it pays to think ahead. Let’s face it, the festive season is awash with booze and for those who are sober, navigating Christmas can be challenging and sometimes daunting. At Emerging Futures, we’re […]
Sharing messages of hope during Addiction Awareness Week
Addiction affects everyone BUT recovery is possible It’s Addiction Awareness Week and we’re helping to share messages of hope from people who have been there and know what it’s like. The campaign from Taking Action on Addiction aims to dispel the stigma surrounding addiction and encourage people to seek help as early as possible. We […]
Thank you to our Trustees this Trustees’ Week
Thank you to our Board of Trustees for leading us in our mission to support people affected by addiction. Trustees’ Week has come at a great time for me to be to be able to share my appreciation for all our Trustees and welcome those that have recently joined us. You might be asking, what […]
Why socially invested landlords should work with EF
Working in partnership to deliver safe, compliant housing that meets local needs We are keen to talk to more socially invested landlords who are considering providing social housing, and who share our values. If you’re a property investor or private landlord, and you’re interested in developing a supported housing project with us, then we want […]
Breaking stigmas and celebrating success in Recovery Month
During Recovery Month, Emerging Futures celebrates the support and success stories that prove recovery is possible. Addiction can affect anyone, at any point in their life. Yet society continues to stigmatise addiction, preventing many from seeking the help they desperately need. As we mark Recovery Month, it’s crucial to emphasise that addiction is not a […]
