Welcome to Prism’s Web Pages
Prism provides a range of services for people with alcohol and/or drug problems, primarily in Dyfed. Prism can also help you access other alcohol and drug services. We offer fast access to quality, evidence based services, in a location that is convenient for you.
We aim to:
• Promote of the non-use or sensible use of alcohol
• Promote of the non-use of illicit drugs and the appropriate use of legal drugs
• Provide effective help for those experiencing alcohol or drug related problems
Prism’s staff are trained to help you identify and define what your alcohol and drugs issues are and find the best solutions to resolve those issues. Our services are friendly, confidential, and most are free at the point of delivery.
Click on the links below to find out more about what our services can offer.
Adult Alcohol Service
A community based specialist agency offering free advice, support and information to people with problems related to their or someone else’s use of alcohol. Use the map to see Prism services available in your area.
Prism may be able to help you if:
If you live in an area where Prism provides services and think you would benefit from talking to one of our trained advisors contact us by email at info@prism-online.info or by ‘phoning 01267 231634 during normal business hours.
SUDDS
Specialist Under-18 Drinking and Drug Service
A free and confidential alcohol and drugs information, advice and support service for under 18’s.
Operating in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion providing information, advice and support for anyone working with individuals or groups.
Provides specialist reports for Courts or Case Conferences and awareness and skills training for people working with young people and substance use.
DiP
Drug Interventions Programme
(Carmarthenshire)
2a Lon Ceiriog
Llwynhendy
Llanelli
SA14 9HB
Tel: 01554 751383
Fax: 01554 757969
Drug Interventions Programme
(Pembrokeshire)
43 Merlins Hill
Haverfordwest
SA61 1PF
Tel: 01437 779688
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Details of course
Maximum Number of Places per Course: 15 (1 trainer) or 20 (2 trainers)
Timing of Course Sessions: Weekdays, Evenings, Saturdays
Total Length of Course (in hours): 18.5
Average Number of Sessions: 4 (3 days or 5 evenings)
Payment Methods Accepted: Cash, Cheque, Debit/Credit Cards, Postal Order. Payment/Instalment Plan offered at no extra cost.
Fee (concessions): £175 (£125), £200 for Saturday courses.
Areas covered
Carmarthenshire: Carmarthen, Llanelli; Ceredigion: Aberystwyth; Neath/Port Talbot: Neath, Port Talbot; Pembrokeshire: Haverfordwest; Swansea; Pontardawe
Course description
The course addresses four identified factors in drink drive offending, which are: lack of knowledge, poor planning, risky attitudes and losing control of emotions.
Day 1 explores information about alcohol and its effects. Using group work and brainstorming sessions, myths are explored and facts are established. Attitudes towards binge and heavy drinking are challenged and drink diaries are introduced. Concepts of units and simple physiological information are used to introduce elimination rates. The effect alcohol has on behaviour is discussed and The Process of Change Model is used to reinforce the need for change to reduce re-offending.
Day 2 starts with an offence analysis of each participant, and identifies the contributing factors in each offence. Good driving skills are identified and the effect alcohol has on these skills are established. Materials such as ‘beer goggles’ are used. Group discussions about the drink driving laws in the UK and Europe take place to challenge risk taking attitudes and to reinforce the implications drink driving has on the individual their friends and families and the community. A risk assessment sheet is completed by each participant and plans to reduce risk are drawn up including plan B. Emotions are identified and examined and their effect on behaviour with and without alcohol is noted using small group work.
Day 3 The final session is a storybook exercise which aims to draw on the shared experiences of the group. The conclusions to the course are discussed. Information about Return of Licence; the HRO scheme; Rehabilitation of Offenders Act; Endorsements and Further Sources of Help is distributed in an End of Course Booklet and discussed. Evaluation forms are distributed. Most exercises are based on small group discussion with feedback to the main group. Scenarios, brainstorm sessions and occasionally storyboarding are also used. Knowledge checks are used at the beginning and end of the course to measure effectiveness.
All sessions must be attended sequentially and participation from every attendee in all sessions is required.
The majority of courses are provided at town centre locations convenient for public transport. Payment is accepted in a variety of ways but for more information about our flexible payment plan please call the telephone number shown above. We offer a discounted rate of £125 to those in receipt of Income-Based Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support, Pension Credit, Housing Benefit or Council Tax Benefit, and students.
PRISM is a not for profit organisation limited by guarantee and a registered charity (No 1128876).