Recovery Resource Center
205-458-3377
The Recovery Resource Center offers comprehensive assessments, tailored referrals, peer support, and a variety of resources for those seeking help with addiction. They keep care accessible by accepting walk-ins but making an appointment is recommended for the best possible service. Because assessments may take up to two hours, new clients should arrive before 2:00 pm.
United Way 2-1-1 Connect
888-421-1266
Need a helping hand? United Way 2-1-1 Connect connects Alabama residents who dial 211 with a wide variety of social services. Callers can get connected to basic resources, such as food, clothing, and help with rent, utilities, and housing. You can also get help with health insurance enrollment, medical and addiction treatment, employment support, adult and elderly care, child care and support, and military and veteran services.
Recovery Organization of Support Specialist (ROSS)
844-307-1760
If you’re looking for help with addiction, The Recovery Organization of Support Specialists (ROSS) provides a wide range of services across the state, including a 24/7 helpline. All services are free of charge, including six community recovery centers, outreach programs, opioid treatment peer support, women’s programs, programs for justice-involved individuals, opioid overdose prevention training, and more.
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Birmingham
800-728-7825
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers provide social service and substance abuse treatment through a spiritually based curriculum. Program participants must be adults ages 21 through 65 who are able to work and participate in program activities, including counseling and worship services.
SpectraCare Health Systems
800-951-4357
SpectraCare provides a free emergency services helpline as well as referral programs for the justice-involved and prevention services. They also have substance use treatment and integrated care for co-occurring mental health and addiction diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings, which may be free if you have Medicaid coverage.
AIDS Alabama
205-324-9822
AIDS Alabama provides an addiction treatment outpatient program called LIBCAP. This program is for HIV-positive individuals with low income who have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder. LIBCAP offers individual and group counseling, case management, help with jobs and education, HIV education, and mental health assessments.
University of Alabama: Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services (CRIS)
205-348-2727
Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services (CRIS) at the University of Alabama provides multiple services to university students with substance use concerns. Services include prevention programs, exploration of consequences for high-risk behavior, and a supportive and safe environment for those seeking addiction recovery. CRIS has sober tailgates, educational outreach, recovery scholarships, and more.
Auburn University Substance Use Resources
334-844-0023
Auburn University Recreation and Wellness offers a wide variety of recovery resources for students in recovery from addiction. There is a Tiger Education Screening Initiative to help students reduce risky behavior, a substance use intervention team, services for alcohol and drug emergencies, and outreach presentations.
Samford University: Counseling Services
205-726-2011
Samford Counseling Services offers clinical insight and guidance to help students grow emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually. They have individual and group therapy, crisis support, educational programs, and referrals to additional treatment when necessary. Appointments are free of charge, but no-shows will charge $25 to your student account, so be sure to get the help you need!
PFLAG Auburn
202-467-8180
PFLAG is an LGBTQ+ support organization that offers peer-to-peer support through in person and virtual meetings, online outreach, and additional resources. The Auburn chapter is part of the national organization and provides support in the Eastern Alabama area.
Magic City Acceptance Center
205-407-8157
The MCAC provides a radically inclusive space for the LGBTQ community in 52 Alabama counties. They have in-person and virtual programs for individuals of all ages. These programs include outreach, training, consultation, and direct services. They host a Youth Pride Prom, an LGBTQ Book Club, Queer Crafter-Hours for adults 21+, and more.