Massachusetts 211: Get Connected. Get Answers.

Dial 211 to be connected to an information specialist who can confidentially help you with any social service need from finding food banks, to teen mental health, to aging parents, and more. Call hours Mon-Fri from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. http://www.mass211.org/

Medfield Youth Outreach

508-359-7121. A free and confidential resource for Medfield parents, children, and families providing information and referral, counseling, prevention services, needs based assistance and more.

Helpline

Alcohol and drug problems are treatable disorders. The decision to seek information and ask for help for yourself or a loved one is not an easy one. Knowledgeable information specialists are available if you want to explore options or find programs that can help. Call 1-800-327-5050 or 617-292-5065. Services are free and anonymous. http://www.helpline-online.com/

Youth Central Intake and Care Coordination (YCICC)

A Massachusetts funded service organization helps parents and families access treatment programs specifically for teens. Hours: 9am–5pm. 617-661-3991 / Toll free at 866-705-2807 http://www.healthrecovery.org/projects/youth-cicc/

The Partnership at Drugfree.org Parents Toll-Free Helpline

1-855-DRUGFREE (1-855-378-4373) Mon-Fri, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (you may need to leave a message) If you feel stressed or overwhelmed or have a specific question about your child’s drinking or drug use, this confidential service will connect you to a licensed social worker or psychologist with years of experience helping prevent and overcome substance abuse problems. http://www.drugfree.org

Riverside Community Care: 24 Hour Emergency Services Program

1-800-529-5077 or 1-781-769-8674 Available 24 hours/7 days for mobile crisis intervention for both mental health and addiction related emergencies at your home, our office, or other community locations.

Youth Central Intake and Care Coordination (YCICC)

A Massachusetts funded service organization helps parents and families access treatment programs specifically for teens. Hours: 9am–5pm. 617-661-3991 / Toll free at 866-705-2807

Wicked Sober

Wicked Sober provides effective addiction treatment options and has developed lasting relationships with reputable facilities to give customized treatment options. This organization provides intervention and support for individuals seeking treatment or for family and/or friends concerned about a loved one.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

provides a confidential forum to meet with a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. (617) 426-9444- Boston Area (508) 775-7060- Cape Cod Area (508) 752-9000- Worcester Area http://www.aaboston.org/

MA Alateen/Al-Anon

provides a confidential forum to meet with a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who come together to support each other in order to solve common problems. Special groups exists for preteens and teens, sometimes even when an adult family member is meeting at their own meeting. Call for more information: (508) 366-0556 http://www.ma-al-anon-alateen.org

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

provides a confidential forum to meet with a fellowship of recovering addicts. NA is an international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts with more than 58,000 weekly meetings in 131 countries worldwide. (866) 624-3578 Statewide http://www.na.org

Learn to Cope

A peer-led support network for families dealing with addiction & recovery. Families walk away from a meeting with resources & access to a support network. Attend a meeting to receive a 54 page booklet “A Guide for Families Dealing with Addiction & Recovery”. Meeting information, confidential discussion boards & other resources can be found on the website: http://www.learn2cope.org

Allies in Recovery

Allies in Recovery is an online-learning platform for families with a loved one struggling with drugs or alcohol. We provide community, expert advice, and a scientifically-validated program to give you the skillset needed to help your loved one. Membership is free and unlimited for Massachusetts residents. When registering, use your zip code as a promotional code. http://alliesinrecovery.net

Mass General Hospital ARMS program

MGH addiction clinicians give patients a comprehensive assessment to determine their level of substance use and any other contributing factors that may be present, including ADHD, depression, or other mental health issues. To find out more about, contact their clinical coordinator by phone at 617.643.4699, http://www.addictionanswers.com/

Adolescent Substance Use & Addiction Program (ASAP)

at Children’s Hospital, located in Boston, provides a comprehensive diagnostic assessment, with three appointments scheduled over a one to three week period; treatment recommendations; and, referrals to services. To learn more visit https://www.childrenshospital.org/centers-and-services/programs/a-_-e/adolescent-substance-use-and-addiction-program# or call (617) 355-2727.

Genesis Counseling

located in Framingham, provides outpatient substance abuse treatment for adolescents, women, men and families. Genesis provides: diagnostic alcohol/drug evaluations, Youth Substance Abuse Program (YoSAP), a three session educational format for teens, and ongoing substance abuse groups. To learn more, visit http://www.genesiscounselingservices.org/ or call (508) 620-2992

Bay State Community Services

offices in Walpole, Norwood, Quincy and Weymouth, provides: substance abuse evaluations, outpatient treatment, and a Treatment Intensive Recovery Program (IRP) for adolescents ages 12 to 17 - an intensive substance abuse services five days a week after school with a weekly Parent Education Group. To learn more, visit http://www.baystatecs.org or call (617) 471-8400 x121

Riverside

with locations in Norwood or Dedham, provides outpatient individual substance abuse counseling. To learn more, visit http://www.riversidecc.org or call (781) 769-8670

YOU, Inc.’s Substance Abuse Outpatient Services (SOS)

is a 20 day intensive outpatient adolescent substance abuse program in Worcester that meets five days a week from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with weekly individual counseling and parent support group. Graduates can attend a once per week prevention group. To learn more, visit http://www.youinc.org or 508-770-0511.

Clean And Sober Teens Living Empowered (CASTLE)

Brockton, is short-term stabilization program for ages 13-17 with a substance use disorder. CASTLE provides medically managed withdrawal from alcohol and/or other drugs. Treatment includes psychiatry & pediatric medicine, dual diagnosis services, family therapy, case management, and daily classroom time with specialized teachers. More info: http://www.castlekids.org

Riverside Community Care: 24 Hour Emergency Services Program

Available 24 hours/7 days for mobile crisis intervention for children and adult for both mental health/psychiatric emergencies at your home, our office, or other community locations. 1-800-529-5077 or 1-781-769-8674

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1-800-273-8255 http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Samaritans

Samaritans’ mission is to reduce the incidence of suicide by alleviating despair, isolation, distress and suicidal feelings; to educate the public about suicide prevention; and to reduce the stigma associated with suicide. Services emphasize confidential, nonjudgmental, and compassionate listening. Call anytime 24 hours/7 days per week (877)870-4673. http://samaritanshope.org

Families for Depression Awareness Mental Health Care Consultation Service

Is someone you love struggling with depression or bipolar disorder? Don't know what to do or where to turn? Consider a Care Consultation. In a Care Consultation, you can discuss your concerns about depression or bipolar disorder together with your family, receive guidance, and find appropriate treatment referrals. http://www.familyaware.org/care-consultations.html

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

NAMI Massachusetts seeks to improve the quality of life both for people with mental illnesses and for their families. They seek to extend the education, support, and advocacy programs; and advocate at all levels to ensure that all persons affected by mental illnesses receive timely services. Families find support at chapter meetings in MA. Explore here: http://www.namimass.org/

Families for Depression Awareness

Families for Depression Awareness is a national nonprofit organization helping families recognize and cope with depression and bipolar disorder to get people well and prevent suicides. is a national nonprofit organization helping families recognize and cope with depression and bipolar disorder to get people well and prevent suicides. Explore here: http://familyaware.org/

The Parent Professional Advocacy League provides hope for children with mental health needs and their families through education, advocacy, outreach and support. Explore here: http://ppal.net/

Psychiatrists

The American Medical Association, 'Doctor Finder' provides psychiatrist referrals by city: http://www.ama-assn.org

Child Psychiatrists

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has referral directory on its web site http://www.aacap.org/ or call 202-966-7300

Therapists/Psychologists

The American Psychological Association website lists state associations, some of which provide local referrals to psychologists http://www.apa.org or call 800-964-2000. (U.S.)

Therapists/Social Workers

National Association of Social Workers therapy referral service: http://www.therapymatcher.org

Family and Marital Therapists

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy offers a therapist locator, http://www.therapistlocator.net 703-838-9808