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Support with Drugs & Alcohol
Drug and alcohol abuse can affect both adolescents and adults, and in many cases, a rehabilitation center is the best option to treat these disorders.
Help Lines Are Available 24/7
Substance Abuse Rehab at 888-656-3051
Recovery Centers of America at 855-851-7020
Harmony Place at 888-259-3134
National Drug Helpline at 844-289-0879
SAMHSA at 800-622-4357
Identifying Addiction
Here are some signs and symptoms that someone may have an alcohol or drug problem and may need to seek treatment:
- change their friends a lot
- spend a lot of time alone
- choose not to spend time with family and friends like they used to
- lose interest in their favorite things
- not take care of themselves—for example, not take showers, change clothes, or brush their teeth
- be really tired and sad
- have changes in eating habits (eating more or eating less)
- be very energetic, talk fast, or say things that don't make sense
- be in a bad mood
- quickly change between feeling bad and feeling good
- sleep at strange hours
- miss important appointments
- have problems at work or at school
- have problems in personal or family relationships
After you get treatment, you still have a lot to do. You have to:
- relearn how to live without using drugs
- work on the problems your drug use caused with your friends and family, your job, and your money
- learn what makes you want to take drugs again, so you can stay away from those things
You also need to learn your triggers. A trigger is anything that makes you want to go back to using drugs. It can remind you of taking a drug and getting high. A trigger can be:
- a person
- a place
- a thing
- a feeling
- a picture
- something stressful
- a memory
People fighting addiction need to stay away from the triggers that can make them start using drugs again.
Addiction in Children
Warning Signs
Physical signs:
- Inability to sleep or wake up at a normal hour
- Changes in their eating habits, unexplained weight gain, or weight loss
- Large or small pupils, red or watery eyes, sniffing all the time
- Cold or sweaty palms
- Nausea or vomiting
- Hyperactivity that includes excessive talking
Emotional changes:
- Sudden loss of interest in family time
- Chronic lies and dishonesty
- Paranoia, such as being overly secretive and starting to lock their doors
- Lack of motivation, self-esteem, or energy
- Nervousness
- Irritability
- Mood swings
Children and young adults who drink or use drugs underage are prone to addiction as adults, and some of the early warning signs of use include:
- Problems at school, such as lower grades or high rates of absence.
- Social issues, such as fighting or a lack of participation in youth activities.
- Legal problems
- Physical problems – such as illness caused by drugs or drinking
- Physical or sexual violence
- Memory problems
- Changes in brain development that can have life-long effects
- Early drinking is associated with the development of alcohol use disorder (AUD) later in life
Recovery Village
The Recovery Village approach to addiction treatment and drug treatment empowers individuals on the path to recovery. They offer comprehensive treatment for dual diagnosis based drug and alcohol addiction, eating disorder and mental health treatments tailored to the patient’s specific needs. At The Recovery Village. They have fully trained staff who guide patients and family to the goal of complete rehabilitation.
No matter where you live in the United States, there are drug and alcohol addiction resources available. With the help of programs like rehabilitation centers, medical detox facilities and support groups, you can overcome substance use disorder for a healthier future. The Recovery Village welcomes patients from across the country with full-service treatment programs in several states.
visit www.therecoveryvillage.com for more information.
Teen Drug Abuse
The Addiction Center us a substance abuse resource site that provides free information for teens and parents about drug abuse; how to prevent addiction and different recovery options. Check out their website for more info. https://www.addictioncenter.com/teenage-drug-abuse/teenage-substance-abuse-prevention/
Vaping Awareness
Visit www.vapedanger.com for information on the dangers of vaping, health risks and resources to assist you if you have an addiction. What is Vaping? Vaping is the act of aerosol (vapor) from an e-cigarette or similar device also called a vape. The dangers of vaping are still being discovered. Nearly every state had an issue of death caused from vaping, 1 out of 5 involving minors. In addition to this the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) has detected a new chemical of concern and possibly the cause of vape related lung injuries: Vitamin E Acetate.
Domestic Violence Support
What is Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation. This could be mental, physical, sexual or emotional abuse. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used by one individual intended to exert power and control over another individual in the context of an intimate or family relationship.
Identifying Domestic Violence
Abusive or coercive behaviors may include, but are not limited to, physical assaults, verbal assaults, threats, intimidation, use of weapons, isolation, destruction of property, violence toward other significant people or pets, sexual manipulation and control over economic resources.
Resources for Victims
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)
www.ndvh.org
National Dating Abuse Helpline
1-866-331-9474
www.loveisrespect.org
National Child Abuse Hotline/Childhelp
1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
www.childhelp.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)
www.rainn.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
National Center for Victims of Crime
1-202-467-8700
www.victimsofcrime.org
National Human Trafficking Resource Center/Polaris Project
Call: 1-888-373-7888 | Text: HELP to BeFree (233733)
www.polarisproject.org
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
1-510-465-1984
www.nnirr.org
National Coalition for the Homeless
1-202-737-6444
www.nationalhomeless.org
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
1-800-537-2238
www.nrcdv.org and www.vawnet.org
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence
1-888-792-2873
www.futureswithoutviolence.org
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
1-312-726-7020 ext. 2011
www.nationalcenterdvtraumamh.org
Childhelp USA/National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-422-4453
www.childhelpusa.org
Children’s Defense Fund
202-628-8787
www.childrensdefense.org
Child Welfare League of America
202-638-2952
www.cwla.org
National Council on Juvenile and Family Court Judges
Child Protection and Custody/Resource Center on Domestic Violence
1-800-527-3233
www.ncjfcj.org
Center for Judicial Excellence
info@centerforjudicialexcellence.org
www.centerforjudicialexcellence.org
Love is respect
Hotline: 1-866-331-9474
www.loveisrespect.org
Break the Cycle
202-824-0707
www.breakthecycle.org
Domestic Violence Initiative
(303) 839-5510/ (877) 839-5510
www.dviforwomen.org
Deaf Abused Women’s Network (DAWN)
Email: Hotline@deafdawn.org
VP: 202-559-5366
www.deafdawn.org
Women of Color Network
1-800-537-2238
www.wocninc.org
INCITE! Women of Color Against Violence
incite.natl@gmail.com
www.incite-national.org
Casa de Esperanza
Linea de crisis 24-horas/24-hour crisis line
1-651-772-1611
www.casadeesperanza.org
National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities
1-651-646-5553
www.nationallatinonetwork.org
The National Immigrant Women's Advocacy Project
(202) 274-4457
http://www.niwap.org/
National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center
855-649-7299
www.niwrc.org
Indigenous Women’s Network
1-512-258-3880
www.indigenouswomen.org
Asian and Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic Violence
1-415-954-9988
www.apiidv.org
Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence (CAAAV)
1-212- 473-6485
www.caaav.org
Manavi
1-732-435-1414
www.manavi.org
Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
1-877-643-8222
www.dvinstitute.org
The Black Church and Domestic Violence Institute
1-770-909-0715
www.bcdvi.org
The Audre Lorde Project
1-178-596-0342
www.alp.org
LAMBDA GLBT Community Services
1-206-350-4283
http://www.qrd.org/qrd/www/orgs/avproject/main.htm
National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs
1-212-714-1184
www.ncavp.org
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
1-202-393-5177
www.ngltf.org
Northwest Network of Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse
1-206-568-7777
www.nwnetwork.org
Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860
www.translifeline.org
National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life
1-608-255-0539
www.ncall.us
National Center for Elder Abuse
1-855-500-3537
www.aginginplace.org
National Organization for Men Against Sexism (NOMAS)
1-720-466-3882
www.nomas.org
A Call to Men
1-917-922-6738
www.acalltomen.org
Men Can Stop Rape
1-202-265-6530
www.mencanstoprape.org
Men Stopping Violence
1-866-717-9317
www.menstoppingviolence.org
Battered Women’s Justice Project
1-800-903-0111
www.bwjp.org
Legal Momentum
1-212-925-6635
www.legalmomentum.org
Womenslaw.org
www.womenslaw.org
National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women
1-800-903-0111 x 3
www.ncdbw.org
Legal Network for Gender Equity
Teen Dating Violence
Teen dating violence is the physical, sexual, or psychological / emotional abuse within a dating relationship among adolescents.
D’Amore Mental Health, specializes in mental health and prevention, supporting individuals who are struggling and their concerned loved ones with violence from individuals they date or may have dated. They created a website in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, to share insight on the different forms of violence, how it hinders mental health, and helpful information for parents and peers! Check it out here: https://damorementalhealth.com/teen-dating-violence-awareness/
Suicide Prevention - You Matter
What is Suicide? Suicide is the act of intentionally causing one's own death Mental disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality or anxiety disorders, and substance abuse including alcoholism, are risk factors
Warning Signs
The warning signs of suicide are indicators that a person may be in acute danger and may urgently need help.
- Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself;
- Looking for a way to kill oneself;
- Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose;
- Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain;
- Talking about being a burden to others;
- Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs;
- Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless;
- Sleeping too little or too much;
- Withdrawing or feeling isolated;
- Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge; and
- Displaying extreme mood swings.
Resources
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255
"Grandfolk" Senior Services
Focused on improving the lives of Seniors
Grandfolk assists seniors through guidance during key transitions with lifestyle, products and services. You can find the best rates on anything from car rentals to life insurance.
visit: www.grandfolk.com for more information on Top Senior Services.
Nursing Home Abuse
Focused on improving the lives of Seniors
Incidents of abuse usually stem from poorly trained staff members who may violently lash out at residents or horribly fail to meet their needs. Aggressive residents can also harm other seniors if the nursing home staff does not properly intervene ,
Sadly, nursing home abuse often goes unreported. A 2016 study found that roughly 6,600 cases of possible abuse or neglect in assisted living facilities were not reported to the proper authorities, according to the Associated Press. Further, the National Research Council found that only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse gets reported.
To determine whether or not a senior has suffered from elder abuse, it is important to look for the warning signs of nursing home abuse.
Common signs of nursing home abuse include:
- Bleeding or bruising
- Bedsores
- Bruising near genitals
- Negative changes in the resident’s behaviors or emotions
- Strange financial transactions
- Unexplained sicknesses or infections
If nursing home abuse is suspected, these warning signs should be documented in as much detail as possible.
If you witnessed any of these signs or would like more information please visit: https://www.nursinghomeabusecenter.com/nursing-home-abuse/reporting-nursing-home-abuse/
Reentry Resources
Life After Prison is a platform that highlights the lives of men and women who became successful after being released from serving lengthy sentences. Explore the minds of those that been incarcerated as they share their personal experiences, stories and the tools they utilized to become successful.
In addition to the resources and information collected through documentaries and interviews, Life After Prison gives feedback from the loved ones who are affected by the Criminal Justice System.
Food, Toys, Clothes & Furniture
My Brothers Keeper
My Brothers Keeper is a vibrant, welcoming Christian ministry with locations in Easton and Dartmouth, MA which delivers furniture and food to families in need. Their mission is "To bring the Love and Hope of Jesus Christ to those we serve." Anyone living in the service area of Southeastern Massachusetts is eligible to receive their help, regardless of religion. They are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and all services are provided free of charge.
Easton Facility Mailing Address:
PO Box 338
Easton, MA 02356-0338
Donations, Volunteering, & General Business:
Phone: 508-238-7512 Fax: 508-238-3613 Request Help:
Furniture & Food Assistance: 508-238-4416 Christmas Assistance: 508-238-2562
Dartmouth Facility Mailing Address:
PO Box 70273
N. Dartmouth, MA 02747-0273
Donations, Volunteering, & General Business:
Phone: 774-305-4577 Fax: 774-305-4578 Request Help:
Furniture Assistance: 774-305-4590 Christmas Assistance:508-238-2562
Are You Homeless
Resources for Persons Experiencing Homelessness
- Resources for Persons Experiencing Homelessness
- Resources for Policymakers and Providers
- HHS Operating Division Resources
- Federal Links Relevant to Homelessness
- Public Service Announcements for the National Runaway Safeline
These television public service announcements (PSAs) share a message from formerly homeless youth that “help is available.” The PSAs, available in both 30-second and 60-second formats, feature four young people served by grantees of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. The PSAs provide information for other youth in similar situations to contact the National Runaway Safeline; help is available 24/7 at 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) or via email or live chat. - Homelessness Resource Center
SAMHSA’s Homeless Resource Center (HRC) is an interactive learning community dedicated to disseminating knowledge and best practices to help prevent and end homelessness, and to increase access to and improve delivery of behavioral health services. The learning community includes providers, consumers, policymakers, researchers, and public agencies at federal, State, and local levels. The HRC website is part of the Homeless Resource Network (HRN), a collaboration to share a common digital library of over 9,000 resources related to homelessness and behavioral health. It provides access to several multimedia tools, including training videos; online learning modules; and archived webcasts. - National Runaway Safeline
The mission of the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) is to help keep America’s runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and off the streets. NRS provides education and solution-focused interventions, offers non-sectarian, non-judgmental support, respects confidentiality, collaborates with volunteers, and responds to at-risk youth and their families 24 hours a day through phone, email, and live chat. - Locate a Runaway and Homeless Youth Program
Locate the nearest Family and Youth Services Bureau-funded emergency shelter, transitional living program or street outreach program for runaway or homeless youth
Information on Dangerous Medications & Medical Devices
Drug Dangers
The goal at Drug Dangers is to help keep the public educated and informed of defective medical devices and dangerous medications that are currently on the market. As an online resource sponsored by Seeger Weiss LLP, Drug Dangers strives to provide accurate, relevant medical information all in one place. Find out the latest news on dangers drugs and medical devices, drugs and medical devices that have been discontinued, dangerous products and lawsuits.
visit www.drugdangers.com for more information or a free consultation.