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  • 26 November 2025

Community Chest grant strengthens our counselling support

Rehabit is pleased to share that we have been awarded a £5,000 grant from Islington Council’s Community Chest, funded by Islington Council in partnership with Cripplegate Foundation. This support will help us to offer counselling and peer support services for more Islington residents facing challenges with drug and alcohol use, particularly those living with co-occurring...
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  • 17 November 2025

Rehabit’s story of growth and renewed purpose

Sean, Rehabit’s CEO, has recorded a short video for Cranfield Trust, reflecting on the charity’s journey over the past couple of years and the support that helped shape it. He speaks openly about the challenges of rebuilding a small organisation during a period of major change, from strengthening governance to clarifying our identity and place...
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  • 14 November 2025

Rehabit awarded £20,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund

Rehabit is delighted to have received £20,000 from the National Lottery Awards for All scheme, helping us continue our work with people affected by drug and alcohol addiction in North London. The funding will support our one-to-one counselling and peer support for people who may not have the funds, confidence or stability to access other...
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  • 2 September 2025

From Islington to Alicante!

It’s not always about hard work and supporting clients – sometimes it’s just as important for our team to pause, reflect, and recharge. Recently, Sean (CEO), Dave (chair), Garry (peer supporter) and Dipesh (psychologist) took a short trip to Spain together. With sea, sun, and plenty of good food, the few days offered space for...
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  • 24 May 2025

Grant award from Arsenal Foundation Gunner’s Fund

We’re delighted to announce that Rehabit has been awarded a grant from the Arsenal Foundation’s Gunners Fund. This support will help provide much-needed counselling and peer support for people on their journey of recovery from drug and alcohol dependency. In a year that saw an unprecedented number of applications, we’re honoured to have been chosen....
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  • 23 May 2025

Rehabit runs interactive addiction myth-busting sessions

In May, Rehabit delivered two engaging myth-busting sessions exploring common misconceptions around addiction. One took place at a Stride’s event during Mental Health Awareness Week, and the other was held for Islington’s anti-social behaviour case management team. “I love running these,” said Sean, CEO of Rehabit. “I always learn something new about how people see...
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  • 20 May 2025

Rehabit talks at PDG Drugs & Substance Abuse Conference

On 20th May 2025, Sean, our CEO, was proud to contribute to the PDG Drugs and Substance Misuse Conference. He delivered a 20-minute talk offering a frontline perspective on the realities of supporting individuals who often fall through the cracks of mainstream addiction services. Drawing on real casework, the session explored the importance of trust-building,...
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  • 29 April 2025

Stay active with Age UK: free information event in Islington

Islington residents are invited to a Keep Active Information Event at Islington Central Library on Wednesday 7th May, 11am–1pm. The event will showcase free and affordable ways to stay active, with advice on activities like guided walks, community gardening, yoga, and more. Representatives from Better Leisure, Arsenal in the Community, Healthy Generations, Healthy Minds, Healthy...
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  • 16 April 2025

Launch of community presence at Islington’s Access Hub

Today, 16 April, marked an exciting first for Rehabit, as we hosted our debut table at Islington’s Access Hub, 222 Upper Street — a significant step in our wider community engagement plan. From now on, we’ll be attending the Hub every fortnight, forming a consistent presence within the borough. This initiative is part of a...
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