Share was established to support everyone affected by addiction, living in and around Shrewsbury. We aim to do this by creating a visible presence in Shrewsbury, where we can start a conversation with people about addiction and recovery. Wherever possible we want to set up and support recovery groups for the individual in recovery, and their family and friends.
We also want to challenge the myths about addiction and to enable our community to understand that addiction is a progressive, terminal disease, and that sufferers deserve the same services and sympathy, that is given to those with other physical conditions.
Our Roots
Share Shrewsbury roots are firmly grounded in providing a safe, stigma-free space for people to connect and feel heard.
Where We Are Now
While we no longer operate from a physical centre, our commitment remains strong. Today, we focus on:
Awareness Education Workshops
We are delivering honest, age-appropriate workshops to empower young people with the truth about alcohol. These sessions are rooted in lived experience and designed to engage, inform and protect. Pilots are currently running in Shrewsbury schools, with plans to expand.
Support for Families and Friends
We’re working to reintroduce public support groups and peer meetings — spaces for family members and friends to share experiences, feel supported, and find hope.
Our Vision
To change the story around alcohol — one honest conversation at a time.
To create a community that supports, educates and empowers — because everyone deserves access to truth, support, and the opportunity to make informed choices.
At the centre of this journey is Amy. Her life, her voice, and her story continue to drive our mission forward.
This support group aims to give parents a safe space where they can discuss anything to do with addiction and recovery. Our experienced counsellor will allow group members to share their experiences and put strategies in place to promote well being.
We welcome volunteers to join us from all backgrounds, but particularly encourage individuals who are in recovery, or who access services. In order to volunteer, you must be abstinent from drugs or alcohol. We recognise that volunteers form the back bone of our charity, and there are some roles where training is vital. Working with our partners at the Telford Aftercare Team ( TACT), Share is able to offer training to our volunteers which will lead to an accredited qualification. We are planning that all our volunteers will complete one, or both, of the following online qualifications:
Please get in touch if you are interested in volunteering.
We are planning to develop a local evidence base reflecting the services and support currently available, using online methods, including surveys and smart phone technology. We will be encouraging those using services, professionals working in the sector, GP’s, hospital doctors, employers and others to contribute to this project.
