Crew services have been affected by COVID-19 but we are doing our best to make sure we can offer support, information and advice during this difficult time.
Crew Services
Drop-In (32 Cockburn St) and Digital Drop-In
Our 32 Cockburn St Drop-In is open to the public, with social distancing measures in place: please also follow notices in the drop-in requesting face covering unless exempt and use of hand sanitiser. The Drop-in opens Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 1-5pm, and Thursdays 3-7pm. We are closed on Sundays.
Our Digital Drop-In is also available at the same times: to contact the Digital Drop-In you can either
- email dropin@crew2000.org.uk
- send a direct message via Instagram @Crew_2000
- or send a free text confidentially to 07860 047501.
If you are not in or around Edinburgh and need ongoing or other direct support from a local drug service, please visit www.scottishdrugservices.com to find your nearest service provider. If you need harm reduction materials please check our Harm Reduction Information page where you can download free copies or order printed copies.
Counselling for people aged 18+
Crew Counselling Service is currently offering telephone sessions or online counselling (with video), and we are accepting new referrals for counselling. We are not currently able to offer face to face counselling sessions.
To make a referral or inquiry about counselling, please email referrals@crew2000.org.uk
For information on other drug services, or for support elsewhere in Scotland, please check out services in your area.
Training
Looking for up to date training on drug trends, the impact of COVID and drug awareness? We are currently offering online training sessions. Get in touch with our training team by emailing admin@crew2000.org.uk. Our training and communications team are also still working to create information on drugs, mental wellbeing and harm reduction – keep an eye on our social media, website and newsletter to stay updated.
Outreach
Our outreach services are postponed until restrictions are removed and we hope to be out and about as soon as possible after that. Please keep watching our social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) for updates.
Expert Witness
Our expert witnesses are following government restrictions and won’t be travelling but may be available for work that can be completed at home. Please contact us on experts@crew2000.org.uk
For media and press enquiries
Please email media@crew2000.org.uk and include details of any questions you may have and your deadline for comment. Someone from our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Other useful links
We’ve created resources on how to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 including information on sex, drugs, mental health and well being. Find our detailed web page here, information on reducing harm if taking drugs alone and a cannabis harm reduction 420 and lockdown resource.
Harm reduction responses to COVID-19 from across Europe
Change Grow Live advice on COVID-19
We are with you (formerly Addaction) advice on COVID-19
Advice for pharmacists on prescribing and supervised consumption
EMCDDA guidance for people who take drugs
Collective Voice sector information
International Network of People who Use Drugs – useful links
Zine – Harm Reduction for People Who Use Drugs & Don’t Wanna Get Sick with COVID-19
Guidance on services for people experiencing rough sleeping
Protocol for the management of nicotine withdrawal in temporary homeless hostels during COVID-19
Management of alcohol withdrawal in temporary homeless hostels during COVID-19
Homeless health during COVID-19
Zine – Safety Tips for People Experiencing Homelessness and Don’t Wanna Get Sick with COVID-19 (or give it to others) Page 2
Crew is sharing these links for information only. We have not evaluated the content in detail and therefore cannot endorse it or guarantee its accuracy.
Last updated 04/02/21
