RESOURCES
If you or a loved one are experiencing a life-threatening emergency...
Call 911 or go to your nearest hospital.
If you or a loved one are experiencing suicidal thoughts...
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
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1.16 Million Americans are arrested annually for drug related offenses*
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244,000 Americans are sent to prison annually for drug related crimes*
*National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics
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According to the National Institutes of Health, "get tough" treatments do not work and there is some evidence they make the problem worse.
*NIH Consensus Development Program
Substance Abuse Touches Nearly Half of All American Families (Gallup, 2019)
PARENT/CAREGIVER EDUCATION & SUPPORT
Virtual Family Program (VFP)
A free, online program for anyone who is "concerned about a loved one's drug or alcohol use, no matter where you live." The program involves educational ideas and handouts, peer feedback and support, and Q&A time with Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Family Program counselors. The program is available in English and in Spanish.
(844) 353-3750 or (844) 318-3305
Online Support Meetings:
These free, online support meetings are for parents and caregivers of youth who are “experimenting with or dependent on substances.” The meetings are hosted by parent coaches and with clinical oversight and sessions that are aimed to discuss real-life issues and skills to address them.
Specialist Support and Parent Coaching:
This free program for both English and Spanish speaking people offers personalized support in three ways: through text messages containing resources and information addressing your needs; opportunities to join online support groups for parents and caregivers of anyone "experimenting or dependent on" substances; and access to an online support with a Helpline Specialist.
"So many other parents and families have gone through the same challenges you're facing now. We're here to help."
FINDING TREATMENT & GETTING HELP
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. Use their free treatment locator to find a comprehensive list of substance abuse treatment providers in your area.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. It doesn’t cost anything to attend AA meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem. AA's primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. NA uses a 12-step model developed for people with varied substance use disorders. They have no initiation fees or dues, no pledges to sign, no promises to make to anyone. They are not connected with any political, religious, or law enforcement groups, and are under no surveillance at any time.
REENTRY AFTER INCARCERATION
A New Way of Life
A New Way of Life Reentry Project promotes healing, power, and opportunity for formerly incarcerated people. Services include support for housing, employment, legal advice, and family reunification.
