HELP is being offered to Glasgow families of people who drink too much.

Glasgow Drink Wise, Age Well will focus their support services on families for Alcohol Awareness Week 2017.

The group provides face-to-face help and support specifically to those aged 50 and over who are drinking problematically plus their friends, family and carers.

Julie Breslin, Head of Programme at Drink Wise, Age Well, said: “People can develop alcohol problems for a number of reasons as they get older.

“Retirement, bereavement and a loss of sense of purpose can all lead to increased drinking.

“Sometimes families and friends are at a loss to know how to help.

“Drink Wise, Age Well can offer practical and emotional support to guide them through.”

For more information, call 0800 304 7690 or download a copy of their family, friends and carers guide at www.drinkwiseagewell.org.uk. From November 15 you can also engage in web chat Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.