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National charity helping everyone affected by a parent's drinking. A movement for change 💙

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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 12h
‘I refuse to let alcohol take my life from me.’ 🥹💙 Nacoa patron Vicky Pattison on breaking the cycle and creating a different future. 🥹💙 Listen to the COA Lives podcast with @jonashworth.bsky.social where you get pods, or watch the episode on YouTube: youtube.com/nacoauk
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
'I wanted to share the lyrics of the chorus of one of my songs, “Alcohol”, that I wrote about my experience of my late alcoholic dad.' Emma Stevens, Councillor for Bamber Bridge East, nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
💌 You are cordially invited to Members Social+ 📆 Online - 7:30pm Wednesday 16 September This month we’re focusing on education and how schools, colleges and universities can better support children affected by a parent’s drinking. 🎟 RSVP: nacoa.org.uk/sign-up-for-...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
'I questioned if I could’ve done more to stop it. Or that maybe I wasn’t enough to get him to stop drinking.' '‘But you can’t control it, and you’re not responsible for your parent’s drinking.’ Charlotte ✒️ nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
‘His mum was an alcoholic. 'Had he known about Nacoa, it would have helped him understand his mum’s illness and the feelings of isolation and secrecy.' Susie ✒️ nacoa.org.uk/running-in-m...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
'Alcohol was bigger than me, bigger than the idea of us as a family. 'I wanted to believe it would. I needed to believe that I was worth stopping for.' ✒️ Zoe nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Asthouart @asthouart.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
@upfest.bsky.social 2026 in Bristol had Asthouart cats for the first time in a few years. Here they all are (along with a mouse) waiting to be sold to raise money for the charity @nacoauk.bsky.social . Mouse went to Germany, most cats to places in England (one Spain, one Italy) and they raised £450
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
'There was no way she could ever let herself be “one of those mums". 'After all, she had told me the stories of how she struggled as a teenager living through her own mum’s alcohol troubles.' 💙 Charlotte's story, nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
'My recovery journey has been about putting one foot in front of another, even on the hardest days... Every step is for the next generation.' Proud @wonderwomanshel is joining Team Nacoa for our London 10k this Summer. Join the team: nacoa.org.uk/join-nacoa-s...
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Alex @jervisstreet.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
It was an absolute privilege to walk with other members of the NACOA community yesterday, sharing experiences and supporting each other. What fantastic fundraising too - thanks to everyone who sponsored us!💙
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
We raised £23,850 for children affected by their parent’s drinking! 💙 Yesterday 60 passionate @nacoauk supporters set to circumnavigate the entire 24 mile radius of the mountainous Ullswater Lake. A day of laughter, tears, endurance, and incredible community. #URNotAlone
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
'I am an adult child of an alcoholic. 'For me, one of the biggest shifts over time has been the slow realisation that I am not alone. 'But when something has been that ingrained for so long, that realisation doesn’t come easily. 💙Read Angela's story nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Incredibly proud to announce Iceland Foods Charitable Foundation as our headline supporter of Nacoa’s Chasing Yesterday Marathons. In July 2026, four runners will take on a world-first challenge. The world’s first negative time ultra marathon. 🎗️ Join us on this extraordinary journey.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
‘I’m running 100km for every child who feels alone in the shadow of their parent’s drinking.’ Scott Murdoch Leaving Glasgow midnight, we’ll be greeted in Edinburgh at 11am by First Minister of Scotland @johnswinney.bsky.social. But first, we run🏃
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
💙 Join 100 Nacoa runners this Summer for a 10k at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Raising funds and awareness for everyone affected by a parent's drinking. Team Nacoa being led by Calum Best, Josh Connolly and friends. Book your place now: nacoa.org.uk/join-nacoa-s...
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David Rhys Lewis ⚽️🏉🏏 @taffneydave.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
This may be of use to someone on here. I wish this support had been available when I was a kid.
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Miriam Crozier @meerium.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
I don’t think this stat will ever not be shocking. I’ve been doing training with the brilliant @nacoauk.bsky.social so I can give presentations about having a parent who drinks too much and the support Nacoa offers. If you’re in NI and work in a scenario where this might be useful, lemme know!
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Children of alcohol-dependent parents are in every school. Yet by ignoring the issue by design we allow them to suffer in silence. Josh Connolly articulates this so powerfully on the latest COA Lives with @jonashworth.bsky.social . Watch on Youtube or listen where you get your pods.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
'When she hugged me, it felt like hugging a stranger.' Thank you Andrew for sharing your story with us. Find his piece and attached song 'Alcoholic Memories' here: nacoa.org.uk/when-mum-hug...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
We'll never stop fighting the good fight! @CalumBest These kids deserve more than what they currently get from government, which is a big nothing. We deserve so much better and we'll never stop fighting for the kids of tomorrow You are not alone!
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
We spent our days walking on eggshells. 'We couldn’t risk upsetting him in case we made him drink again.' 💙 Read Anon's full piece: nacoa.org.uk/experiences/... Whether you're 1 or 101 we can all be deeply affected by a parent's drinking.
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Alcohol addiction is the elephant in the room - Nacoa
Kelly was 11 when she realised her dad had a drinking problem. Here she shares how she loved her dad, but sometimes hated what he did.
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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Calls to the @nacoauk.bsky.social helpline from children living with parents with an alcohol problem have risen a staggering 60% since 2019 Highlights the devastating impact of alcohol - not just on the person drinking, but also on those around them www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2173...
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Millions of children living with drink addicted parents
Campaigners warn that an estimated 2.6 million children in the UK are now living with a parent who drinks too much - many in silence and shame.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
To close out an incredible #COAWeek 2026. Today we release ‘Glimpses of You’ for streaming and purchase. It’s now available on Spotify and all major platforms, and can be purchased on iTunes. All revenues to children affected by a parent's drinking: music.apple.com/gb/album/gli...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
‘It was Jekyll and Hyde living with an alcoholic.’ An honour during #COAWeek to welcome Camilla Tominey to the COA Lives Podcast with @jonashworth.bsky.social. Listen where you get your podcasts or watch in full on Youtube: youtube.com/nacoauk
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
We’ve all done it but… Telling these children that things are better than they are, or were, can actually cause more harm than good. It's something we spoke about in the #COAWeek special Children of Alcoholics Podcast with Josh Connolly and Chanita Stephenson.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Amelie returns to Parliament today after Starmer refused to support children like her. 💔 Read her letter here: nacoa.org.uk/amelie-peek-...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Proud to share ‘Sam’s Story’, a brand new short film for Children of Alcoholics Week 2026. Based on a true story from the Nacoa helpline. Told through the eyes of a caller hiding from the chaos. Finding hope in the darkness. Helpline: 0800 358 3456 // Online support: nacoa.org.uk #COAWeek
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
For #COAWeek2026, we’re hosting one of our popular Young People’s Panels on Instagram Live this Thursday 12 February from 12.30 - 1.30pm. Melanie, Joe & Jess will discuss this year’s theme of ‘the next generation’ & what it means to affected by a parent’s drinking. #COA #ChildrenOfAlcoholics
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
815am today On @goodmorningbritain.bsky.social ITV. Young ambassador Amelie to discuss her letter to Keir Starmer… Calling for dedicated support for children affected by a parent’s drinking.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
It’s #COAWeek 2026! Let’s break the silence around growing up with a parent who drinks too much. The theme this year is helping ‘the next generation’. Join the movement for change! 💙 COAweek.org.uk.
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COA Week 2024 | Together we can break the silence and help children affected by their parent's drinking know they're not alone.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
COA Week 2026 is nearly here 💙 8–14 February Find out what's on: coa.nacoa.org.uk #COAWeek2026 #COAWeek #URNotAlone
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COA Week 2024 | Together we can break the silence and help children affected by their parent's drinking know they're not alone.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
‘Those conversations you don’t want to have — you’ve got to have them.’ Hear Loti's full story on the COA Lives Podcast with @jonashworth.bsky.social. Find us wherever you get your podcasts. 💙
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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 29/01/2026
In our new FOI study we found that Budweiser directly urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to intervene and "ensure" that DHSC removed alcohol marketing restrictions from the NHS’s 10 Year Health Plan. Health policy should be protected from industry influence. www.ias.org.uk/report/now-y...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Wonderful piece by Sophie Calon in The Guardian this week: www.theguardian.com/books/2026/j... Join us next Friday to share and hear about her book 'Long Going' at Waterstones Bristol. RSVP now: www.waterstones.com/events/an-ev...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
'Most kids looked forward to weekends and school holidays — I dreaded them. 'For me, they meant the start of my mum’s drinking binges...' 'I didn't deserve it, It wasn't my fault, I was brave, I am strong.' 🖊️ Ami nacoa.org.uk/experiences/...
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Mark Bird @dreambeastpoems.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
an alcoholic’s kid I’ll always be but not the loser you said I’d be #vss365 #alcoholic @nacoauk.bsky.social
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
'The more we shine a light on this hidden problem, and offer real, practical help, the more lives we can change.’ So proud seeing patron @jonashworth.bsky.social awarded a CBE in the Honour's List, citing his work supporting children affected by a parent’s drinking.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
✨ Be a shining light for children affected by a parent’s drinking this Xmas. Every child deserves a Christmas not feeling so alone. Please support Nacoa's work by becoming a member of this wonderful community: nacoa.org.uk/get-involved...
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Cathie Wood @cathiew.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Christmas 🎄 is a difficult time of year for anyone with an alcoholic parent - even if far in the past. NACOA @nacoauk.bsky.social with its' helpline, message board & website is here to help. Surrey woman shares Christmas alcohol concerns after dad's death - BBC News share.google/pxRvZzC7t6Uu...
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Surrey woman shares Christmas alcohol concerns after dad's death - BBC News
Amy Dickson, from Reigate, wants to raise awareness of the issues children of alcoholics face.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Glimpses of You made it into the news yesterday. We're so proud to finally share this hauntingly beautiful song and film. 📽️ youtu.be/0G0eW1zMRz8
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Get tickets online now! Support children of alcoholics this Xmas. Top prizes include: 💃 A hospitality box (seats 12) for Strictly Come Dancing Live ⚽️ Signed memorabilia bundle from Nacoa patron @TonyAdams. 💙And lots more! Get your tickets now: nacoa.org.uk/get-tickets-...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Still not too late to join us for this very special event. There won’t be a dry eye in the house. RSVP here: nacoa.org.uk/rsvp-online-... Everyone welcome!
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RSVP Online Premiere - Glimpses of You Music Video - Nacoa
RSVP Online Premiere - Glimpses of You Premiere. You are cordially invite to the Nacoa premiere of Glimpses of You.
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
RSVP for our online premiere of “Glimpses of You”. A song about holding on to the glimpses of a parent lost to addiction. A mesmerising song brought to life with sublime tenderness in film. nacoa.org.uk/rsvp-online-...
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Booking now open. The #BigNacoaWalk is back - 2 May 2026. Will you be the first to try our ‘Ullswater Challenge’? 34 km (21 miles) – 650 metres of ascent – 10 hours nacoa.org.uk/big-nacoa-wa...
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Sally aka Stina D @saturnexpress.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Wrapping up now if things ran on time. Hope this important issue was given the respect it deserves. @nacoauk.bsky.social
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
'This affliction knows no class or geographical boundaries. 'If we can grip this issue, we will be able to do a lot for long-term public health.’ @MPGeorgeFreeman Emotional scenes today at the House of Commons debate on Children of Alcoholics... 🧵
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Children of Alcoholics debate in Westminster Hall today. Led by the fantastic George Freeman MP - co-chair of the APPG on COAs. It's been a dark time for our issue in this place! Let's hope to shed some light today. ⭐️💙 whatson.parliament.uk/event/cal53664
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
'‘I remember shouting, “Leave him alone!” Her face turning… Read Kate's full story here: nacoa.org.uk/experiences/... These are experiences no child should face. Let's help children like Kate know they can survive, thrive and break the cycle !
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Join the ultimate Spinnathon event supporting children affected by a parent’s drinking! 🙏💙 Get involved with our FOUR HOUR spinnathon on Sunday by contacting us on admin@nacoa.or.guk What making a difference looks like!!!💙 #URNotAlone
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Nacoa UK @nacoauk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Calum Best reframing the backlash on ‘COA Lives’ podcast with Jonathan Ashworth. Our podcast hearing in their words the experiences of those affected by a parent's drinking. Search ‘COA Lives’ find us. Or just tap here - listen and subscribe: linktr.ee/nacoauk
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