Vale Alcohol and Drug Team (VADT) - Family support services


What we do

VADT is part of the 'Newlands' team based in Barry.

Newlands is a NHS (CAU) and Local Authority Service (VADT) which supports people with substance misuse related difficulties across the Vale of Glamorgan.

VADT is the Local Authority Service; it includes a Specialist Substance Misuse Consultant Lead Social Worker, Social Care Officer and a support worker.

Working to the 'Social Services and Wellbeing Act 2014' this service aims to promote independence and wellbeing through information, advice and assistance whilst working to people's own unique strengths and abilities.

We are not an abstinence service but will work with people in establishing plans to meet their own personal outcomes and circumstances.

Examples of support are; one to one harm reduction work, access to specialist domiciliary services, assessment for residential rehab' treatment, access to a specialist support worker.

Full comprehensive assessments, outreach and office appointments offered.

Who do we support

Adults who are 18 years or over and live in the Vale of Glamorgan and those who look after adults who are 18 and over (carers).

Is there a charge to use this service?

Depends - You may be asked to pay toward the cost of any Care and Support Plan that you receive dependent upon a Financial Assessment. You will be informed of all charges throughout the process

Can anyone use this service?

Referrals can be made through CAVDAS by individuals, family and friends, as well as other professionals by contacting CAVDAS

Service details for this family support services

Language: English only

  • Can provide specialist support for families of children with disabilities / additional needs No Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further.
  • Relevant staff have a valid current DBS? No



 Address

 You can visit us here:

2-10 Holton Road
Barry
CF63 4HD



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 Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets

 Opening times

Monday - Friday 9am-5pm. Not open on public holidays.
Closed for lunch between 1-1.30pm.
On street parking available for up to 2 hours.
Please contact Newlands on 01446 700943 if you require further advice.
Outreach/home visits can be easily arranged if needed.