Volunteering for CARDS
What is ARBD?
Alcohol Related Brain Damage is a spectrum of disorders that merge and overlap, changing the structure and function of the brain through long term consumption of alcohol (A Fuller Life, 2004).
As a result, difficulties with learning, retaining or recalling information occur alongside physical symptoms. A specific diagnosis is not essential for the CARDS service to support the individual. For a full explanation of ARBD and its potential effects on an individual we direct volunteers and individuals towards Alcohol Concerns resources:
Alcohol Concern ARBD Resources
What is ARBD?
https://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/Handlers/Download.ashx?IDMF=d4514f90-70ca-4d40-bcc4-3af807b299ff
Signs and symptoms of ARBD
https://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/Handlers/Download.ashx?IDMF=a4fa76fd-dedf-4998-a4ec-8da1a98cd9d3
Diagnosis and treatment of ARBD
https://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/Handlers/Download.ashx?IDMF=d3a63fcf-79bb-40b0-87a5-2ceef8b2fabb
Useful information about volunteering
Ongoing support for learning & development
Volunteer resources & Forms
Covid and volunteering
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