We’re delighted to announce that Kate McDougall, RNMH, has been appointed as our new Clinical Services and Governance Director. Kate brings a wealth of experience, a passion for the people who access our services, and a deep commitment to our values.

We are pleased to welcome Mike Vigar as Kaleidoscope’s new 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫. Mike brings extensive experience in criminal justice, having most recently headed up rehabilitation at HMP Parc, and he has considerable expertise in the drug and alcohol sector. Welcome to the Team, Mike! 👏

🎬 Who We Are: A Reflection on Kaleidoscope. We’re proud to share this short film created by Daniel J. Harris from Focus Shift Films, offering a powerful insight into Kaleidoscope and the work we do. Watch now: youtu.be/okdTNnli_LI

We're hiring! Join our team 🌟 Kaleidoscope is looking for 2x DDAS-Dyfed Drug & Alcohol Service Drug and Alcohol Workers to join our Haverfordwest team. Full-time position £26,265 per annum Opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives Apply by 3rd November 👉 kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

Reading the latest ONS drug related death data we feel a genuine sense of sadness, frustration & dismay for each & every loss of life. All our existing services and future investment are focussed on doing everything within our power to prevent drug related deaths: 1/

The Gov announced a £50 million investment to deepen understanding of mental health, shaped by lived experience. We know mental health & substance use are closely linked. This matters. Research that looks at the whole person, not mental health & substance use in isolation. tinyurl.com/4tpkktww

A huge welcome to Brian Robertson, wh joined the Kaleidoscope central team as our new Learning & Development Manager. Brian brings his experience and expertise, which will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen and develop our L&D offering.

🌟 We're recruiting an Income Generation Manager! 🌟 Applications close 14th October 2025 - apply at kaleidoscope68.org/jobs

Our Communications and Co Production team attended the @recoverycymru.bsky.social first Recovery Festival in Wales. Lots of inspirational stories to listen to, people to network with and music to listen to. Watch this space for more on this.

One of the harmful myths about drug & alcohol use is that someone needs to "hit rock bottom" before they can get help. The reality: Early intervention saves lives. Recovery can begin at ANY stage. There is no 'right' time. Recovery starts with reaching out, and it looks different for everyone.

September is Recovery Month. We believe that recovery should be on your terms. Recovery doesn't look the same for everyone. It can be about safer use, reducing harm, rebuilding relationships, finding stability, or abstinence. Whatever recovery looks like, it deserves recognition and celebration.

Theme 1 = Alcohol Dependence Topic 1 = Alcohol Related Brain Damage: Prof Gareth Roderique-Davies from University of South Wales Addictions Research Group will present research relating to #arbd for discussion @collective-voice.bsky.social @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social @waythrough-uk.bsky.social

Join the conversation around recovery and challenging stigma with our pals @recoverycymru.bsky.social at the Recovery Festival Wales Read more here: www.recoverycymru.org.uk/recovery-fes... @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social

Yesterday Rachel Baulch walked 20 miles in the Dundee Kiltwalk to raise money for Kaleidoscope in memory of her Dad. Rachel has done incredibly AMAZING to raise over £1000 for Kaleidoscope. Congratulations to Rachel for smashing it, you are amazing! www.justgiving.com/page/rachel-....

Results Day affects more than just students. For some, the path here has been more complicated by drugs or alcohol, their own use, or someone else's. You are not defined by today's results, or by your past. We believe in meeting people where they are, without judgment.

We’re pleased to welcome Howard Davies as Kaleidoscope’s new Finance Director! #Welcome #NewRole #Leadership #Teamwork #Charity #CommunitySupport

✨ A free and easy way to fundraise for Kaleidoscope! ✨ We’ve already raised £693.76 help us grow that number! Start supporting us today: 🔗 www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/kalei...

Friday at our GDAS Newport Hub, our CEO, directors, and trustees joined our main & shadow boards to interview candidates for our new Operations Director. A peer panel of people with lived experience also played a key role in the process. Huge thanks to all involved – exciting times ahead!

⏳ Only 45 days to go until The Naloxone Cup 2025! #NaloxoneCup #kaleidoscope #adferiad #Cymru

🏛️ Your experience with ketamine matters - and the Government wants to hear it. Whether you're a healthcare professional, researcher, service provider, someone with lived or living experience, or work for a relevant organisation - your insights matter.

⚽ THE NALOXONE CUP 2025 is here! 🗓️ September 25th ⏰ Pitch opens 1pm | Kick-off 2pm 🎟️ FREE entry 🍔 Food provided by Rapid Relief Team #NaloxoneCup2025 #TeamKaleidoscope #AdferiadVsKaleidoscope #NewtownFC

🌟 Great start to our refreshed induction programme with our new team members! Last week's Naloxone awareness session was brilliantly delivered by GDAS peer Mick - lived experience really does make all the difference in bringing this crucial training to life.

Our CEO Rondine Molinaro popped by GDAS Powells Place in Newport this week to visit a very special drop-in... 🦷💙 The amazing Dentaid mobile dental unit was parked right outside, offering free treatment to those who often struggle to access a dentist.

🟢 We're Hiring! Join our team as a Dyfodol Health Care Assistant and make a real difference in your community! 🌈💼 👉 Check out the full job listing and apply here: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/ #Hiring #HealthCareAssistant #Dyfodol #KaleidoscopeJobs #JoinOurTeam #Vacancy #CareersWales

Our CEO Rondine Molinaro shared her personal story with our Birchwood residents. "spending time with people who use our services is invaluable. It lets me know what we are doing well & what we can improve on, but it also gives me time to sit & share thoughts about wider systems, policy & stigma"

We’re pleased to announce that Gavin Jones has been appointed as the new Harm Reduction Lead for Kaleidoscope. In this new capacity, Gavin will offer harm reduction guidance to staff & ensure a consistent approach is maintained throughout our services. Congratulations Gavin!

Alcohol Awareness Week 2025 This week, we're joining Alcohol Change UK to focus on Alcohol and Work. As a harm reduction organisation, Kaleidoscope knows the relationship between alcohol and work is complex. For confidential support with drugs or alcohol, contact us!

Rydym yn recriwtio! 🌟 Ymunwch â’n tîm fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithrediadau a helpwch i yrru newid gwirioneddol. Gwnewch gais nawr neu rhannwch â rhywun fyddai'n berffaith ar gyfer y rôl: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

We're hiring! 🌟 Join our team as an Operations Director and help drive meaningful impact. Apply now or share with someone who’d be perfect for the role: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

Introducing Seren Gogledd One of our new housing support services in Flintshire now has a name and a look. The name Seren Gogledd symbolises a guiding light, a steady presence in the North. This logo was co-designed with people with lived and living experience and staff.

Michael Mullins, one of the incredible GDAS volunteers with lived experience, reminds us why respectful reporting and language around drug and alcohol use is so crucial. Michael's powerful words highlight how the media and society can either support recovery or create barriers to it.

WORDS HAVE POWER! "Addict." "Junkie." "Clean." "Dirty." These words don't just describe - they DAMAGE. They strip away humanity and push people further away. Our new Media Guidelines guide journalists on how they can tell real stories without causing real harm. kaleidoscope68.org/kaleidoscope...

Today, we’re sharing Rhys’s story, a father and valued GDAS team member ,who found strength through Kaleidoscope & GDAS. #FathersDay #RecoverySupport #GDAS #Kaleidoscope #YouAreNotAlone

🏃‍♂️ We’re running for change, and we’d love your support! Every penny raised will help us improve harm reduction services in rural Wales. 👉 Every bit helps: justgiving.com/campaign/run... #RunningForChange #HarmReduction #supportcommunities

🔗 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #EndCriminalisation #HomelessnessIsNotACrime #CoProduction #Wales

We’re getting into the spirit here at Kaleidoscope! 🌈 We’ll be at Cardiff PRIDE 2025 and can’t wait to celebrate love, equality, and community with you all! If you’re at the parade on the 21st or 22nd, stop by and say hello! 💜 #Pride2025 #CardiffPride #Kaleidoscope68

🏳️‍🌈 With Pride Month in full swing, we’re excited to share some amazing Pride content coming your way soon! 🔗 youtube.com/@Kaleidoscope68 👀 Watch this space, you won’t want to miss it! #Kaleidoscope #YouTube #FollowUs

🚨 Yn Digwydd YFORY! 🚨 Ymunwch â ni ar gyfer trafodaeth hanfodol ar Sylweddau Peryglus 🗓 4 Mehefin 2025 🕛 12:00–13:30 📍 Adeilad Pierhead, Bae Caerdydd 📩 RSVP nawr: [email protected] #Senedd #Cymru #SylweddauPeryglus

🚨 Happening TOMORROW! 🚨 Join us for a vital discussion on Substances of Concern 🗓 4 June 2025 🕛 12:00–13:30 📍 Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay 📩 RSVP now: [email protected] #PublicHealth #CardiffEvents #Senedd #Cymru #SubstancesOfConcern

🌟 Happy Volunteers’ Week! 🌟 Want to join our volunteer community? 👉 Explore current opportunities here:https://kaleidoscope68.org/volunteer-vacancies/ #VolunteersWeek #ThankYouVolunteers #KaleidoscopeCommunity #MakeADifference

After 27 years as CEO of Kaleidoscope, Martin Blakebrough officially stepped down last Friday. 🎤👋 He joined BBC Radio to reflect on the organisation’s journey, the challenges and milestones, and what the future might hold. 🎧 Catch the full interview here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

📣 We're hiring! CAVDAS is looking for a Homelessness and Assertive Outreach Clinical Administrator to join our team. If you're passionate about supporting people and making a real difference, we want to hear from you. 🔍 Find out more and apply here: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

🏆 FINAL WHISTLE! Kaleidoscope Fantasy Football League 24/25 season complete! Massive congratulations to champion Emily Gillespie! 👑⚽ 🥈 Rob Barker from Barod 🥉 Martin Blakebrough 27 passionate participants - what a season! 📧 Next season details coming soon!

🚨 Join us for a vital discussion on Substances of Concern 🚨 🗓 4 June 2025 🕛 12:00–13:30 📍 Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay 📩 RSVP: [email protected] #SubstancesOfConcern #HarmReduction #DrugPolicy #PublicHealth #CardiffEvents

🚨 Ymunwch â ni ar gyfer trafodaeth allweddol ar Sylweddau sy’n Peri Pryder 🚨 🗓 4 Mehefin 2025 🕛 12:00–13:30 📍 Adeilad y Pierhead, Bae Caerdydd 📩 RSVP: [email protected] @top fans #LleihauNiwed #PolisiCyffuriau #IechydCyhoeddus #DigwyddiadauCaerdydd