National Association for Children of Alcoholics

PO Box 64
Fishponds
Bristol
BS16 2UH

Tel (helpline): 0800 358 3456
Tel (admin): 0117 924 8005
Fax: 0117 942 2928
Web: www.nacoa.org.uk
Best time to phone helpline: 10am - 7pm, Mon, Tues & Fri
Best time to phone admin: 10am - 4pm, Mon - Fri, Wed & Thurs 10am - 9pm, Sat 10am - 3pm

The National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA) is a registered charity founded in 1990 because of concern for the plight of children growing up in families where one or both parents suffer from alcoholism or a similar addictive problem. This includes children of alcoholics of all ages, many of whose problems only become apparent in adulthood. Children growing up in alcoholic homes can suffer a range of emotional and physical problems. It is common for children from alcoholic homes to conceal their difficulties. The organisation was established with four broad aims.

• To offer advice, information and support to children of alcoholics.
• To reach professionals who deal with children of alcoholics in their everyday work - educating them as to the specific needs of children of alcoholics.
• To promote research into the phenomena of children of alcoholics.
• To raise the profile of children of alcoholics in the public consciousness.

NACOA publications include the following:

• Information for children of alcoholics.
• Some mums and dads drink too much or use drugs.
• A guide for schools: children of alcoholics in the classroom.
• If a child of an alcoholic or addict comes to you.
• If you think someone in your family drinks too much or uses drugs.

The Association can provide a wide range of useful information leaflets and contacts for support organisations. Any contact is strictly confidential and calls to the helpline are free.