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How to get a measles vaccine for children in Islington

Measles cases in Islington are rising. If your children have not had a free measles vaccine, talk to your GP and check our vaccination page for more info.

You can also book now for school-aged children at a local clinic.

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Support for your recovery

Recovery communities and support groups to support your recovery from drugs and alcohol.

Better Lives 

Better Lives can give support with aftercare and recovery. Activities include:

  • women's afternoons
  • gardening groups
  • photography groups
  • art therapy and alternative therapies
  • recovery support

Find out more about getting support for recovery from Better Lives (video).

Eagles Recovery Project

Eagles Recovery Project is a lived experience recovery organisation in Islington that offers activities and social groups.

Mutual aid groups

Mutual aid groups are communities where people voluntarily come together to help each other. They include Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous and are based on 12-step principles.

Way Forward

Way Forward is a peer support programme in Islington with a range of online groups and activities throughout the week, and in-person groups and activities at the weekend. These range from active, creative and reflective opportunities alongside day-trips.

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