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This page contains a list of emergency contact numbers, recovery resources, legal information, and support services. It is not an inclusive list.
The primary information is national. However, if you require specific resources to your neighborhood some of the resources here will have a directory of the nearest source to you.
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Emergency Numbers
National Emergency Lifeline: 988
National Coalition against Domestic Violence 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) 1.800.787.3224 (TTY)
RAINN: Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) (Spanish & English)
Poverty & Homelessness
Offering resources for those who are homeless, living in poverty, in need of further support. Find a Circle near you. Resources include training, skill development, support and coaching.
National Coalition for the homeless For assistance use the link, or call (202) 462-4822. This is a national assistance resource if you are facing homelessness.
National Runaway Hotline resource You are not alone. Please reach out to this resource, call or use the link to get the help you deserve. CALL 1-800-RUNAWAY If you go the site, they also have a chat link.
Mental Health Resources
US Department of Health & Human Services: These sites have local offices. Publications about health, medications, mental health, and recovery.
Its Up 2 Us A local resource in San Diego County, California. However, the information is available to anyone, anywhere, at anytime. Suicide prevention is up to each of us. Know the signs. Mental illness does not have to be a stigma. For those who do not have first hand experience, this is a terrific resource, no matter where you live, to gain a better understanding. I hope you take the time to read.
National Institutes of Health: Find more information and the latest news updates for Health. Note: NIH is the nation’s medical research agency—supporting scientific studies that turn discovery into health.
National Institute of Mental Health This is another information source, follow the latest news and updates regarding mental health in general or specific disorders. Want to learn more about your mental health? This is a great place to get started.
Mental Health Guide for College Students Online Colleges offers this comprehensive mental health guide to assist college students.
Maryville University’s Mental Health Resource for High School Students and Mental Health Resources for College Students Guide
Domestic Violence Support
National Domestic Violence Hotline Call, Chat, Text, and a guide to leave the site safely so you cannot be tracked. Be Safe.
Sunshine Behavioral Health is offering addiction and domestic violence recovery to adults and teens. Please know you do not have to live with the abuser, there are ways to get help.
PTSD Support
A Gift From Within: This is an international support center for individuals who live with post traumatic stress disorder. The origin of the disorder is of no matter. The site has specific resources for Military families.
Sidran Traumatic Stress Education & Advocacy: Resources are plentiful at this website. This is a terrific resource to learn more about traumatic impact on a person.
At The Recovery Village we use a collaborative approach. By establishing a strong collaborative alliance with our clients and their families throughout the treatment continuum, we are able to provide longer therapeutic services which leads to longer recovery success. We are client centered and our philosophy provides us with the ability to meet each client and their family’s individualized needs. Through best practices, we merge our expertise in the field of substance abuse, mental health, and eating disorders to address the needs of the whole person treating mind, body, and spirit. Including PTSD educational material on how to identify symptoms, types of PTSD, and ways to seek treatment.
Addiction Recovery Resources
If you are in the Orange County and in need of treatment, please take the time to contact South Shores Recovery Center. Here is a sample of what they have to offer and their knowledge: What is detox?
Drug Treatment Center Finder is not a specific treatment center, instead, we are a free web-based resource hub that strives to provide the most up-to-date information and available treatment services
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Association) provides information and resources to those seeking mental health and substance abuse treatment. Use the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
All Treatment is a drug rehabilitation facility referral service and substance abuse information resource. Our goal is to offer the best services to the people in need.
Addiction Center is a comprehensive information hub about addiction, treatment and recovery. We inform our users of the realities of addiction and the options available based on their personal struggles. We are not a treatment center, but our nationwide network of centers aim to provide outlets for people seeking help.
Drug Detox provided by Michael’s House. This is a great guide which addresses the most common obstacle between the addicted individual and treatment: the uncomfortable and much-feared detoxification process. The guide explains how the process works, the various options, common myths and also makes a strong case long-term care after the detox process.
Prescription drug abuse causes the largest percentage of deaths from drug overdosing (Over 22,000 a year). Part of our mission at Drug Dangers is to spread awareness about drug abuse of prescription drugs. Our website offers free information of a range of drugs and medical products that can cause serious addiction, injury, or even death.
Mental Help Resource Site, Our mission is helping individuals with substance abuse problems, we have recently launched this comprehensive national directory of inpatient treatment options. In addition to this, we offer treatment advisors to help navigate the process. It has been a monumental undertaking to collect and verify all inpatient programs whether or not they have an on-line presence.
Drug Rehab is focused on giving information and answers for people fighting addiction, with articles about several kinds of substances and treatment.
The National Organization of Students Against Substance Abuse provides relevant information regarding various drugs at Off The Wagon. As part of this endeavor The Real Facts about Drugs offers a short read regarding marijuana, meth, cocaine, and other drugs. Following this information are resources around the nation to assist students and others in finding the help they need.
The Health Benefits of Smoking Cessation This article is provided by Dental One Associates. Another aspect of our health is our teeth. If our teeth are not in good shape it can and very often does effect our overall health.
In need of a facility to live in during your early recovery? Rehab Center is one of many resources that provide a directory of rehabilitation facilities for drug and alcohol recovery. To get a feel of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, they provide an article with some insights into the steps. Read here.
New Beginnings Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Center offers various resources, information and insights, as well as services to assist you in finding your path in recovery from addiction. There are articles for every age, including Seniors Guide to Addiction Prevention.
You want to get clean, stop using, but you cannot afford to nor afford your habit. What are your choices? American Addiction Centers has a few resources and suggestions to help you find the treatment you need.
Addiction Guide is your reliable source on addiction and the dangers of illicit substances. We cover how drugs and alcohol affect the body, how to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, and where to seek effective treatment.
For those in need of immediate in-house support in the first few days of detoxification, Detox Local Search will offer you a quick way to locate a medical detox facility near you. Be sure to follow up with the program for their requirements.
NIDA (National Institute of Drug Abuse) is a vast resource of information concerning addiction and mental illness.
For my UK readers here is an addiction treatment resource: “UKAT” – UK Addiction Treatment Centers, staffed by qualified counselors and recovered addicts. They offer a live chat for immediate attention. This resource is available to anyone around the world: Before picking up, chat with someone.
Addiction Helper is another UK based website, it offers free help for anyone affected by addiction. Addiction can be devastating to the person afflicted and family members. You are not alone.
Women’s Recovery in Illinois Contact and further information available at their website.
Crestview Recovery Inpatient mental health and addiction recovery center located in Portland OR. Visit the page to discover all the services.
Eagle Creek Ranch in Idaho offering addiction treatment. Use the link to learn more.
12-Step Support
Therapy & Beyond
Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute Therapist Directory
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Self-Help
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Directory of Practitioners
Alternative Views
This is a resource for those who want the other side of the story about holistic and alternative healing. Just wanted to give the opportunity to review all information. I believe as a consumer it is my job to learn about all sides of what I choose to use. Thus strengthening my choices.
Directories & Other Resource Listings
Amanda Body, a social worker for Child Protective Services in Jefferson County, developed a list of 101 Domestic Violence Resources. Don’t forget to leave her a thank you.
Swimming Safety, a resource to guide all ages how to stay safe and the benefits of this aerobic exercise.
Recognition Works “helps recognize the outstanding people in our community. Check out our featured organizations and businesses and the people they recognize.” (direct quote from the website)
Legal Resources
Medical Malpractice – Medical malpractice is a very serious problem that can cause people to experience serious medical problems that could have been easily prevented. Our goal at the Medical Malpractice Center is to provide you with a one stop resource with the most up-to-date research and resources available.
