# Drug Addiction Help Resources - North Carolina ## National Resources - **SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - **Website:** [https://www.samhsa.gov](https://www.samhsa.gov/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information services for individuals and families. - **National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA):** - **Phone:** 301-443-1124 - **Website:** [https://www.drugabuse.gov](https://www.drugabuse.gov/) - **Description:** Research-based information on drug addiction and treatment options. ## Statewide Drug Addiction Services - **North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) - Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services:** - **Phone:** 1-844-762-8483 (NC CARES 24/7 Helpline) - **Website:** [https://www.ncdhhs.gov](https://www.ncdhhs.gov/) - **Services Provided:** Inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, prevention and education resources, harm reduction programs, and referrals to local treatment facilities. - **Alcohol/Drug Council of North Carolina (ADCNC):** - **Phone:** 1-800-688-4232 - **Website:** [https://www.adcnc.org](https://www.adcnc.org/) - **Services Provided:** Statewide support, referrals to treatment programs, and educational resources for individuals and families dealing with addiction. ## Regional Drug Addiction Services ### Charlotte - **Charlotte Rescue Mission - Rebound and Dove’s Nest Programs:** - **Phone:** 1-704-334-4635 - **Website:** [https://charlotterescuemission.org](https://charlotterescuemission.org/) - **Office Location:** 907 W 1st St, Charlotte, NC 28202 - **Specialized Services:** Residential recovery programs for men (Rebound) and women (Dove’s Nest), focusing on long-term sobriety and life skills development. ### Raleigh/Durham - **Healing Transitions:** - **Phone:** 1-919-838-9800 - **Website:** [https://healing-transitions.org](https://healing-transitions.org/) - **Office Location:** 1251 Goode St, Raleigh, NC 27603 - **Specialized Services:** Non-medical detox services, peer-based recovery programs, and housing for individuals struggling with addiction. ### Asheville - **Western Carolina Rescue Ministries:** - **Phone:** 1-828-254-1529 - **Website:** [https://www.westerncarolinarescue.org](https://www.westerncarolinarescue.org/) - **Office Location:** 225 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 - **Specialized Services:** Transitional housing, addiction recovery programs, and spiritual counseling. ## Online Resources - **Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) North Carolina:** - **Website:** [https://aanorthcarolina.org](https://aanorthcarolina.org/) - **Features:** Online and in-person meeting directories for support groups across the state. - **SMART Recovery Online:** - **Website:** [https://www.smartrecovery.org](https://www.smartrecovery.org/) - **Features:** Virtual support groups, addiction recovery forums, and educational webinars. ## Reporting and Emergency Support - **Poison Control Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-222-1222 - **Website:** [https://www.poison.org](https://www.poison.org/) - **When to Call:** For immediate assistance in cases of overdose or exposure to substances. ## Educational Resources - **NC Preventing Prescription Drug Overdose Program (NC DHHS):** - **Website:** [https://www.ncdhhs.gov/prevention](https://www.ncdhhs.gov/prevention) - **Description:** Educational resources on opioid addiction, overdose prevention strategies, and harm reduction initiatives. - **National Harm Reduction Coalition:** - **Website:** [https://harmreduction.org](https://harmreduction.org/) - **Description:** Tools for safer substance use, overdose prevention, and connecting individuals with support services. ## Additional Support - **Families Anonymous (FA):** - **Phone:** 1-800-736-9805 - **Website:** [https://www.familiesanonymous.org](https://www.familiesanonymous.org/) - **Services Provided:** Support groups for families and friends of individuals dealing with addiction. --- _Updated as of December 29, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services._