TWO charities are teaming up to launch a new group which will support people affected by the alcohol or drug use of loved ones. 

Scottish Families is joining forces with Moving On to introduce the SMART Family and Friends support group. 

Meetings will take place at Moving On Inverclyde in Jamaica Street, Greenock, from Monday, August 5. 

The group will focus on the needs of individuals affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, and participants will be encouraged to work towards their own goals.

Themes covered will include positive communication, boundaries, and self-care, and members will learn about tools and methods to help form healthier relationships with their loved ones. 

Sessions will run from 1-3pm and are open to people aged 16 and over. 

Anyone who is interested should visit https://forms.office.com/e/FzmuTsXfmQ

To find out more email inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or call 01475 302816.