What is a Drug Abuse Hotline?
An addiction hotline provides support and options for those who are using, abusing, or addicted to drugs. Each hotline has its own charter and goals, but all are committed to helping end drug addiction.
The following national hotlines are valuable resources for anyone experiencing a medical emergency, behavioral disorder, or drug addiction.
If you suspect someone is experiencing an overdose, call 911 immediately.
The National Poison Control Center
This number offers a free, confidential service that allows you to speak to a poison control professional (including cases involving drugs and/or alcohol).
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- 800-222-1222
- Available 24 Hours a Day
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Whether you’ve used helplines for drug abuse or not, you might find that you need a different kind of help for a substance use or mental health disorder, such as suicide prevention.
- 800-273-TALK (8255)
- Available 24 Hours a Day
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA’s national hotline offers free referral and information services for those facing mental illnesses or substance use disorders.
- 800-662-HELP (4357)
- Available 24 Hours a Day
The Partnership for a Drug Free America
This helpine is intended for parents or anyone else seeking general information about drug abuse. Unlike other drug hotlines, it is not linked directly to any particular drug rehab facility.
- 855-DRUG-FREE (378-4373)
- Available During Business Hours
The National Mental Health Association
- 800-969-6642
- Available During Business Hours
The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)
- 630-577-1330
- Available During Business Hours
Visit the following websites to learn about The Recovery Village’s network of drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment facilities. Call today for admissions. Each center is ready to help people learn how to cope with their addiction and uncover the root causes for their substance use disorder.
- Orlando Recovery Center: A premier rehabilitation facility in Orlando, Florida that helps individuals recover from addiction and substance use disorders. The center also offers the opportunity to treat co-occurring disorders.
- The Recovery Village Columbus: Located in Ohio, this facility provides inpatient, outpatient and aftercare treatment for people looking to begin detox. The center provides individualized plans to help patients through recovery while addressing their unique co-occurring disorders or any setbacks that may happen during recovery.
- The Recovery Village Palmer Lake: In Colorado, this facility offers inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment for individuals looking to kick-start their journey to recovery.
- The Recovery Village Ridgefield: Located right in southern Washington, this facility provides patients with outpatient and aftercare programs. Just 20 minutes outside of Portland, this facility assists individuals who are ready to begin treatment.
- The Recovery Village: In Umatilla, Florida, this is a rehabilitation facility that provides resources for individuals seeking drug and alcohol treatment. There are inpatient, outpatient, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment programs available for those suffering from Ambien addiction.
- IAFF Center of Excellence: Specializes in assisting firefighters who struggle with behavioral health problems and addiction. Members can enter the recovery process sooner so they can return back to work as quickly as possible. Inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs are all available at this facility, where patients can address their Ambien addiction in a safe, supportive environment.
- Denver Mental Health & Counseling: Denver Mental Health and Counseling by The Recovery Village is a physician-led outpatient center specializing in evidence-based addiction and mental health treatments, offering services such as TMS, IOP, and personalized care for both ongoing and new patients, dedicated to fostering long-term recovery and overall well-being.
- The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health: The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health is a premier physician-led treatment center in South Florida, offering a comprehensive spectrum of services from medical detox to outpatient programs for alcohol, drug, and co-occurring mental health conditions, with a commitment to rejuvenating lives, families, and communities, and facilitating same-day admissions.
- The Recovery Village Atlanta: Located in Roswell just outside downtown Atlanta, is a 62-bed physician-led treatment facility offering a comprehensive range of services, from medical detox to outpatient care, specializing in alcohol, drug, and co-occurring mental health conditions, dedicated to transforming lives, families, and communities throughout Georgia.
- The Recovery Village Kansas City: The Recovery Village Kansas City, an 80-bed facility in Raytown just 10 miles from downtown, offers a comprehensive range of evidence-based treatments for addiction and mental health conditions, overseen by physician leaders, and is dedicated to revitalizing lives, families, and communities throughout the Midwest.
- The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper Health: The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, situated just 20 minutes from Philadelphia, is a leading rehab facility in South Jersey providing comprehensive, evidence-based addiction and mental health treatments, ranging from medical detox to teletherapy, with a dedicated team committed to guiding adults on their path to lifelong recovery.
FAQs
Questions? Here are some frequently asked questions.
Do I have to pay for calling an addiction helpline?
You can call The Recovery Village’s drug addiction hotline for free at 888-962-9624. We don’t want anything to hold you back from making the first step in your recovery. Therefore, we charge nothing for our drug abuse hotline service.
When should I call a drug rehab hotline?
If the situation is not life-threatening, but a point has been reached where drug detox and/or rehab is the next logical step, it’s a good time to call an addiction helpline.
If you or someone you are assisting is experiencing a life-threatening situation, such as an overdose or other situation where harming oneself or others is imminent, immediately call 911. Life-threatening situations are best handled by local resources who can immediately respond to the situation.
Learn more about the signs and symptoms of a drug overdose
What kind of questions will they ask when I call an addiction hotline number?
The questions that a drug or alcohol hotline will ask will vary. When calling our 24-hour addiction helpline, you may be asked drug abuse questions including:
- That the individual is safe (not in a life-threatening situation)
- What type of addiction the individual is struggling with (does the addiction include a drug, multiple drugs, alcohol, an eating disorder, mental health, etc.)
- If the individual is ready to start treatment for their addiction
- If the treatment options we provide can meet the needs of the individual and their family
It’s important to keep in mind that the primary goal of The Recovery Village’s drug addiction hotline is to help you get the help you need, whether it’s for yourself or a loved one. By calling our drug addiction helpline, you can expect to speak with someone who understands your addiction and is committed to getting you the best treatment.
When I call a drug addiction hotline, is the conversation confidential?
When you call The Recovery Village’s drug crisis and addiction helpline, the conversation is 100% confidential.
If you’re calling another regional, local, or national drug addiction hotline, check their confidentiality policy before calling, if privacy is a concern for you.
Are there drug overdose hotlines?
If you are seeking a drug overdose helpline, immediately call 9-1-1 or the National Poison Control Centerat 1-800-222-1222.
The National Poison Control Center is a confidential, national resource that can assist with alcohol or drug overdose situations. Please note, a drug overdose hotline is not equipped to provide immediate medical assistance.
What's the benefit of calling a drug abuse hotline?
Making the decision to call a drug addiction hotline is an important one, one that could both save and change a life. By calling a helpline, you are opening the door to recovery and taking the first step in getting help for drug abuse. Our rehab helpline is manned by specialists who genuinely want to see you get clean. And remember, our drug abuse helpline is completely confidential and free of charge, and you can start your recovery at the time of your call.
Can I start the rehab process or detox process when I call The Recovery Village addiction helpline?
The purpose of our helpline is to find a thoughtful approach to recovery through our programs and services. So if you call our drug helpline, the answer is an emphatic “Yes”! You can certainly start your rehab, detox, or recovery process at the time of your call. The national hotlines below assist in understanding the situation and determining what help they can offer as well as where they can direct those in need to get proper treatment.