# Drug Addiction Help Resources - Virginia ## 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 facing substance use disorders. - **National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA):** - **Website:** [https://www.drugabuse.gov](https://www.drugabuse.gov/) - **Description:** Research-based information on drug addiction, prevention, and treatment options. ## Statewide Drug Addiction Services - **Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS):** - **Website:** [https://dbhds.virginia.gov/developmental-services/substance-abuse-services/](https://dbhds.virginia.gov/developmental-services/substance-abuse-services/) - **Services Provided:** Coordination of public behavioral health services, including treatment for substance use and addiction through Community Services Boards (CSBs) across Virginia. - **Virginia Department of Social Services - Addiction, Recovery, Prevention, and Treatment:** - **Website:** [https://www.dss.virginia.gov/community/addiction/index.cgi](https://www.dss.virginia.gov/community/addiction/index.cgi) - **Services Provided:** Information and resources to connect individuals with treatment and support services for substance use disorders. ## Online Resources - **Virginia Recovery Centers:** - **Website:** [https://virginiarecoverycenters.com/](https://virginiarecoverycenters.com/) - **Features:** Information on safe drug rehab programs and mental health services available in Virginia. ## 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 harmful substances. ## Educational Resources - **Curb The Crisis - Treatment in Virginia:** - **Website:** [https://curbthecrisis.com/treatment-and-recovery/treatment/](https://curbthecrisis.com/treatment-and-recovery/treatment/) - **Description:** Provides information on treatment options and recovery resources for substance use disorders in Virginia. ## Additional Support - **Virginia Medicaid - Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS):** - **Website:** [https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/for-providers/benefits-services-for-providers/behavioral-health/addiction-and-recovery-treatment-services/](https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/for-providers/benefits-services-for-providers/behavioral-health/addiction-and-recovery-treatment-services/) - **Services Provided:** Expanded access to a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment services for Medicaid members. --- _Updated as of January 5, 2025. For updates or corrections, please contact the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services._