Essential Drug and Alcohol Services

Support and advice 01202 - 311600
Administration 01202 - 311606

What is E.D.A.S.?

A registered charity which has been in existence for 33 years. Founded in 1970, currently has a core strength of 35+ trained voluntary drug and alcohol workers supported by two Chief Executives, a Senior Management team and Project workers.

Who runs the service?

• A Youth Service Officer
• A General Practitioner
• A State Registered Nurse
• A Company Health and Safety Executive
• A Local Council Member
• A Director of Voluntary Services

What is the E.D.A.S. Mission?

• To offer advice, information and support to anyone in East Dorset whose life is being adversely affected by substance misuse.
• To initiate and contribute to drug and alcohol presentation activities, which is available to the general public, professional groups, organisations and those receiving support.

Where do the volunteers work?

• Bournemouth
• Poole

E.D.A.S.
2 West Hill Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH2 5PG

Administration
Tel: 01202 311606
Fax: 01202 311777