Raising awareness for children of alcoholics around the world!!!!
COA Week is a campaign to raise awareness of children affected by parental alcohol problems, celebrated internationally each year during the week in which Valentine’s Day falls. Find out what we are doing to raise awareness. hello
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Features, news and events
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Report: A ‘new normal’ for children affected by their parent’s drinking
Nacoa has received record levels of call numbers since the pandemic hit the UK.
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Postman Art release limited edition prints for Nacoa UK
Be part of Nacoa's biggest ever art campaign.
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Yoga Tess holding a 14 hour continuous yogathon
She'll be streaming live throughout her incredible 14 hour sponsored stint.
Free helpline
If you would like to talk to someone, our free confidential helpline is here for you.
0800 358 3456
The Nacoa promise
- We are here to listen
- We won’t judge
- We are here to help for as long as you want
- What you say will remain confidential
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Experiences
Make a difference.
1 in 5 children in the UK are affected by their parents' drinking…
… we are here to help. With your help we can help no child feel like they are on their own.
£10
5 information packs for professionals working with children of alcoholics.
£60
Free phone calls for a week.
£400
Train a new volunteers helpline counsellor.
£800
Keeps the helpline running for 6 weeks.
Become a Member for £25/year
For just £25 a year, you can join us as a Nacoa member. Receive invites to big events and our AGM. Have your say in our management. And get your iconic Nacoa t-shirt.
Our Patrons
Elle Macpherson
Businesswoman, television host, model and actress
Calum Best
Celebrity, businessman, and television personality
Geraldine James OBE
Theatre, television and film actor
Tony Adams MBE
Football player, manager and addiction campaigner
David Coldwell
Boxing Coach, Manager & Sky Sports Pundit.
Liam Byrne MP
Member of Parliament and Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Children of Alcoholics
