Several resources exist to support residents of the West Central Health District who are considering treatment for opioid- or substance use disorder.

The Opioid Treatment Providers of Georgia has certified treatment facilities throughout Georgia. A list of certified facilities can be found here.

Additionally, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides resources throughout the United States. Services include:

• Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
• Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
• Veteran’s Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• Drug-Free Workplace: 1-800-WORKPLACE (967-5752)

Information about these resources and more can be found at SAMHSA’s Find Treatment page.

SAMHSA also provides a regularly maintained Buprenorphine Practitioners. You can access their practitioner locator here.

Additional resources to find treatment programs and locations:

• Opioid Treatment Program Directory
• Substance Use Treatment Locator
• Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
• Buprenorphine Practitioner & Treatment Program Locator
• Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator
• New Horizons Behavioral Health