Community Resources

People of color often face disparities in access to mental health resources. You can view these collected resources compiled from the Live Another Day organization.

 

Check out these resources from Senior Advice which has articles about assisted living options in Colorado, Financial Assistance, and much more.

 

Check out these resources on substance addiction and recovery.

  • According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly 60% of college students use drugs and alcohol. Substance use among college students can diminish academic performance, reduce the likelihood of employment after graduation, and pose serious health risks. Intelligent's guide helps students learn about which substances pose the greatest risks to them, the consequences of continuous usage, and steps to overcome addiction. You can view their guide here: https://www.intelligent.com/substance-abuse-recovery-support-guide-for-college-students/

  • Check out this resource from Spring Hill Recovery Center. Their recovery experts provide trusted resources and relevant information for individuals and their families struggling with substance abuse. https://springhillrecovery.com/how-addiction-affects-family-and-friends/

  • National Rehab Hotline- When you or a loved one is struggling with a drug or alcohol problem or mental health challenge, it can be hard to know where to go for help. You may know you need treatment or support, but don’t know how to find it. For those who find themselves in this difficult place, the National Rehab Hotline is a reassuring first point of contact that is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

 

  • StartYourRecovery.org, a groundbreaking website developed by bringing together experts in substance misuse treatment from leading nonprofit, academic, and government institutions. Through this important resource, individuals can hear stories from people with similar life experiences, discover the answers they need for recognizing and dealing with substance misuse, and locate support.

  • National Substance Abuse Hotline | 866-210-1303

  • A medically reviewed (shown in the top right corner) list of addiction hotlines. They work in the way suicide and other crisis lines do, they are confidential, free, and are available 365 days a year and 24 hours a day.

    The resource page also provides community-specific hotlines for veterans, the LGBTQ community, sexual assault victims, and domestic violence. Besides that, it talks about what kind of questions a drug hotline might ask and what you can expect from calling a hotline, among other things.

  • Online AA meetings

  • Map of Addiction Treatment Centers

  • Online NA meetings

  • Online SMART Recovery meetings/forums

  • Online Al-Anon meetings

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