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Drug addiction help
Recovery is possible, and many people need more than one try. These programs offer treatment at different levels, including some at low or no cost.
In danger right now? Call 911. In emotional crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988, or Birmingham's Crisis Center at 205-323-7777, 24 hours a day.
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SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357. Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referrals in English and Spanish.
JBS Mental Health Authority
Community mental health and substance use care
State-designated provider for Jefferson, Blount and St. Clair counties. Counseling, psychiatry and substance use programs with fees based on ability to pay.
UAB Medicine Addiction Recovery Program
Medical addiction care in Birmingham.
Residential and recovery programs
Jimmie Hale Mission
Men; Jessie's Place serves women and children
Emergency shelter and recovery programs at Brother Leo's Men's Center, Jessie's Place and Royal Pines. Local leaders report recovery programs are free for 15 weeks.
Fellowship House
Men and women; Mothers Hope serves pregnant and parenting women
Residential treatment and medication-assisted treatment.
The Foundry Ministries
Faith-based recovery and re-entry
Residential recovery and rescue mission.
Bradford Health Services
Medical detox and residential treatment
Detox and residential care at the Warrior campus with a Birmingham outpatient office. Call 211 for their current number.
Peer support
ROSS: Recovery Organization of Support Specialists
People in or seeking recovery
Peer recovery support.