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Rochdale and Oldham Active Recovery (ROAR)

Rochdale And Oldham Active Recovery provide an integrated drug and alcohol service across the boroughs of Rochdale and Oldham.
Address:
Turning Point Rochdale Hub, 11-14 St Chad’s Court,, Rochdale , OL16 1QU
Umbrella org:
Turning Point
Area serviced:
Rochdale and Oldham residents
Telephone:
0300 555 0234
How to apply:
Telephone or visit website
Sector:
Public

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