Additional Resources Provided by Epec Clinic

National Helplines and Crisis Support

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

  • 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

  • Provides free, confidential treatment referral and information about mental and substance use disorders, 24/7, in English and Spanish.

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA)

  • Helpline: 988

  • While this helpline focuses on suicide prevention, it is also a great resource for those struggling with addiction and seeking immediate help.

Treatment Centers and Programs

Inpatient & Outpatient Treatment Centers

• Many cities have rehabilitation centers, both inpatient (residential) and outpatient. Treatment varies depending on the level of care needed and the substance in question.

• You can find treatment centers through SAMHSA’s

• Treatment Locator: SAMHSA Treatment Locator

Support Groups

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

  • Website: https://www.aa.org/

  • AA provides a 12-step program and support network for those recovering from alcoholism.

• Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

  • Website: https://www.na.org/

  • NA follows a similar 12-step approach but focuses on all forms of addiction.

• SMART Recovery

  • Website: https://www.smartrecovery.org/

  • A science-based program that helps individuals manage their recovery from addiction.

• Cocaine Anonymous (CA)

  • Website: https://www.ca.org/

  • CA offers help specifically for those struggling with cocaine addiction.

• Al-Anon and Nar-Anon

  • Website (Al-Anon): https://al-anon.org/

  • Website (Nar-Anon): https://www.nar-anon.org/

  • Support for families and friends of those struggling with addiction.

Recovery Apps

• Sober Grid

  • A free app connecting people in recovery for support, networking, and advice.

• I Am Sober

  • An app that helps track sobriety and offers community support.

Other Key Resources

• The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  • Website: https://nida.nih.gov/

  • Offers comprehensive resources on addiction, prevention, and treatment options.

• Partnership to End Addiction

  • Website: https://www.drugfree.org/

  • Provides a helpline, educational materials, and resources for families and individuals affected by addiction.