Hi Lucy
Not sure but i have heard that it can be very dangerous to completley stop and that tapering the alcohol is recommended. Social services you say Mmm i work for a local Authority in Wales so it cant be that different i'll make enquiries for you tomorrow. I know that they have privetly run rehabs that they can refer or recomend patients to but most would involve a detox that is supervised. I'll find out all i can and get back to you tomorrow.
Mair