Tower Hamlets DIP has been specifically set up for individuals who are involved with the Criminal Justice System. It is the first point of contact for help and support to those who have been arrested and want to address their drug or alcohol dependency.

If you have been arrested, charged, face going to court, subject to a Probation order, or have entered or left prison, we can support you. DIP is a service which operates in Tower Hamlets and is completely free and confidential.

We offer access to:

Health- checks ▪ Mental health support ▪ Legal advice ▪Counselling ▪ Benefits advice and support ▪ Housing support ▪ drug group programmes ▪ alcohol group programme ▪ substitute prescribing ▪ Comprehensive Case Management Service ▪ One-to-One key working ▪ Education, Training, and Employment support ▪ Access to detox and residential rehab ▪ Women’s specific services ▪

Our objectives are:

• To provide a service that is tailor made to your needs
• To achieve abstinence or manage your substance use
• To help you eliminate the need to commit crime
• To reintegrate you back into society

Are your in prison?

We have a team of Prison Exit Practitioners visiting prisons to ensure your needs are assessed prior to your release and a care plan is in place. Speak to your Recovery Worker in Prison or a Tower Hamlets Prison Exit Practitioner for more information.

Eligibility:
1. Use of any illicit drugs or alcohol
2. Have entered the Criminal Justice system
3. 18 years of age and over
4. Resident of Tower Hamlets