1. Increased self-respect and confidence through peer support for drug misusers Toby Dodson Manager – ODAAT Programme Hope Worldwide (One Day at a Time) ODAAT One Day At A Time

2. Active since 1992 4 UK programmes Two Step -Helping people access PRS Moving On -Mentoring support for Two Step Clients ODAAT (One Day at a Time) -Recovery from Drug and Alcohol Addiction Fundraising -For UK programmes and for affiliated Charities overseas Staffing -Seven full time + numerous volunteers About Hope Worldwide ODAAT One Day At A Time

3. About ODAAT Began in Philadelphia, USA in 1983 Grass roots community based programme ‘Transported’ to UK in 1993 Adopted 12 Step Methodology 1998 Offered Free Treatment 1993-2004 Recovery Houses located in Lambeth Accommodation arranged for move-on Referrals from wide range of sources Success: in excess of 50% completion for last 6 years: for those who complete 80%+ still in recovery ODAAT One Day At A Time

4. Who are the Clients? ODAAT One Day At A Time Males 25-45 yrs old Homeless Previous convictions Tried and failed at previous attempts to get/stay clean Low mental health needs MOTIVATED TO CHANGE

5. How does ODAAT generate positive Peer Support and Relationships? Genesis of Programme, Size, Flow Careful admissions policy Focus on unity, mutual support, recovery family House Meals Connection with Family of AA/NA/CA Involvement of ex-residents and volunteers Use of groups to support, challenge ODAAT One Day At A Time

6. Slowly! Increased freedom leading to increased responsibility Trust - Money Roles – Key, Senior Resident, Volunteer Voluntary work, Service, Commitments at AA Meetings ODAAT One Day At A Time How does ODAAT generate increased confidence and self-respect?

7. ODAAT One Day At A Time How does ODAAT generate a sense of purpose and belonging? Being part of the solution Positive use of negative past ODAAT Family – Family Day, events, outings, sports AA/NA/CA Family Service, Volunteering Phil H story

8. How does ODAAT involve relatives and friends? ODAAT One Day At A Time Emphasis from pre-admission on the need for support Deliberate contact and communication where possible Focus in recovery programme on Amends, repair Support networks Family Day, Events

9. Impact on Service Users Slowly does it! No longer involved in criminal activity No longer using/abusing drugs and alcohol Improvement in general health Graduates going on to study, work or volunteer NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care Graduates finding work in the recovery ‘field’ Helping others at ODAAT, through AA/NA/CA ODAAT One Day At A Time

10. How can other organisations use peer support? ODAAT One Day At A Time Believe Real trust, not token Break out of risk averse culture Vary according to client/organisation