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Call 800-327-5050 for the Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
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Asking for help is the first important step. Alcohol and other drug problems are treatable disorders. If you want to talk with a knowledgeable Information and Referral Specialist now, call 800-327-5050 or 617-292-5065.
If someone you care about has asked for help, he or she has taken an important first step. If that person is resistant to help, see if you can at least convince him or her to get an evaluation from a doctor.
You can always take steps to locate an appropriate physician or health professional, and leave the information with your friend. You can call health professionals in advance to see if they are comfortable speaking with their patients about addiction. If not, ask for a referral to another doctor with more expertise in the area of addiction.
Virtual Recovery Options
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Cape Cod Substance Use Resource Guide
Table of Contents
Emergency Numbers
Services are available 24/7 unless otherwise noted.
- Cape and Islands Emergency Services Program: 800-981-4357
- Cape Cod Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous: 508-775-7060
- Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Line: 800-439-6507
- Emergency ASL Interpreter: 800-249-9949
- Massachusetts Substance Abuse Helpline: 800-327-5050
- Massachusetts Smokers Helpline: 800-784-8669 (QUIT NOW)
- National Suicide Prevention Line: 800-273-8255 (TALK)
- Poison Control and Prevention Line: 800-222-1222
- Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 (TALK), Press 1
The Massachusetts Substance Use Information and Education Helpline provides free and confidential information for finding licensed and approved substance use treatment and recovery services. The Helpline connects consumers with comprehensive, accurate, and current information about treatment services throughout Massachusetts.
Services are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Language interpreters are available.
Treatment System Map
There are many options to enter substance use treatment. Speaking with a medical or substance use professional can help you find where to start.
Treatment Service Descriptions
Detox programs provide 24-hour nursing care, under the consultation of a medical director, to monitor an individual’s withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs and to alleviate symptoms. Typical length of stay is 3-5 days.
Provides clinical stabilization services for clients leaving detox and provides stabilization services for clients needing acute treatment but not meeting criteria for medically-necessary detox services. Typical length of stay is 2-3 weeks.
Dual Diagnosis services provide a comprehensive system of treatment and recovery from co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
A less intensive program than a PHP. This outpatient program remains part of the continuum of care for an individual with a substance use disorder, providing structure and support for the individual as they transition back into the community.
A structured alcohol and drug free environment. Programs often last longer than 30 days.
MAT can be used for opioid detoxification, but is more commonly used to provide ongoing support to individuals in recovery. While MAT is available for treatment of alcoholism, it has been used primarily in the treatment of opioid use disorder. There are three FDA approved medications for the treatment of opioid dependence – methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone (brand names Revia and Vivitol). Suboxone, which is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone is also used to treat opioid use disorder. Each may be used for long term maintenance therapy. The type of medication used will vary based on individual circumstances.
These services are located in the community and include:
- Medication Assisted treatment
- Counseling
- Self-help/mutual support groups
Part of the continuum of care, PHP’s offer a transition from inpatient treatment, to a highly structured outpatient treatment.
Places for individuals to live in a substance free environment after residential substance abuse treatment. Not all sober homes are regulated or monitored, they are often privately run. For a directory of Massachusetts certified sober homes, visit Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing at mashsoberhousing.org.
This outpatient program consists of short-term, structured, substance use disorder services used to assist individuals being discharged from Acute Treatment Services (ATS).
Short-term residential program for individuals who need further stabilization after detoxification. Admission is limited to clients discharged from detox or who are currently homeless. Typical length of stay is 3-4 weeks.
Inpatient Treatment – Southeastern MA
www.adcare.com
800-252-6465
Multiple locations, MA
Available services:
Counseling – Individuals, group, family
Mental Health Services – DDS, IOP
www.gosnold.org
800-444-1554
200 Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA
Available services: Detox (ATS), Clinical Stabilization Services, Long Term Residential, Dual Diagnosis (DDS)
hptc.org
Plymouth Campus
1223 State Road, Plymouth, MA
508-224-7701
Brockton Addiction Treatment Center
30 Meadowbrook Road, Brockton, MA
508-584-9210
Available services: Detox (ATS), Clinical Stabilization Services, Transitional Support Services, Long Term Residential
386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA
www.sstar.org
800-937-3610, 508-679-5222
Available services: Detox (ATS), Clinical Stabilization Services, Long Term Residential, Dual Diagnosis Services (DDS)
Outpatient Services – Cape Cod
www.adcare.com
800-252-6465
Available services: Outpatient Counseling – IOP
Cleanslatecenters.com
774-255-1739
Available services: Medication Assisted Treatment, Outpatient Counseling
www.chcofcapecod.org
508-477-7090
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group, couples, family, SOAP, Medication Assisted Treatment
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry, tele-psychiatry
www.duffyhealthcenter.org
508-771-9599
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group
Medication Assisted Treatment
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry
www.gosnold.org
800-444-1554
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group, family
Medication Assisted Treatment
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry, tele-psychiatry, DDS, PHP, IOP, SOAP
www.capecodctc.com
866-815-2556
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group
Medication Assisted Treatment
www.hhsi.us/iamready
508-778-0300
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group, couples, MAT, DDS
www.recoveringchampions.com
844-888-0522
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group, couples, MAT, IOP, PHP
www.va.gov
508-778-0124
Individual, couples, and family counseling
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry
www.outercape.org
800-444-1554
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, group, couples
Medication Assisted Treatment
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry
www.southbaymentalhealth.com
508-760-1475
Outpatient Counseling – Individual, couples, and family counseling
Mental Health Services – Psychiatry, DDS
Additional Services
Please do not flush your unwanted prescription drugs or dispose of them in the trash. Unwanted or expired prescriptions can be dropped off at the permanent drug collection kiosk located at your police station (open 24/7), multiple CVS locations, the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe drug drop box in the Community and Government Center, and the Cape Cod Health Care, no paperwork necessary.
Saturday, October 26, 2020 – 10AM – 2PM
Barnstable Police Station – 1200 Phinney’s Lane
Bourne Police Station – 175 Main Street
Brewster Police Station – 631 Harwich Road
Chatham Police Station – 249 George Ryder Road
Dennis Police Station – 90 Bob Crowell Road
Eastham Police Station – 2550 State Highway
Falmouth Police Station – 750 Main Street
Harwich Police Station – 183 Sisson Road
Mashpee Police Station – 19 Frank Hicks Drive
Orleans Police Station – 90 South Orleans Road
Provincetown Police Station – 26 Shankpainter Road
Sandwich Police Station – 117 Route 6A
Truro Police Station – 344 Route 6
Wellfleet Police Station – 36 Gross Hill Road
Yarmouth Police Station – 1 Brad Erickson Way
508-280-6597
The Moms Do Care project provides prenatal care coordination, substance use treatment, and peer recovery services for pregnant women with opioid use disorders. To enroll women must be over the age of 18 and a resident of Cape Cod.
Naloxone is a non-addictive drug that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Free training and naloxone available at:
- Learn to Cope weekly meetings – 508-738-5148
- AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod – 866-990-2437 | 508-778-1954
- Provides free HIV, Hepatitis, and STD testing. Syringe disposal, needle exchange, and access to PrEP, as well as Narcan training and distribution. Locations are in Falmouth, Hyannis and Provincetown.
Family Support Groups
ma-al-anon-alateen.org
Friends and families of those who misuse alcohol find understanding and support at Al-Anon and Alateen meetings.
gosnold.org
Multiple dates and locations
844-558-4357
The Gosnold Reaching Out program is a resource for family members and loved ones affected by substance use disorder.
grandparents@capecoalition.com
Local support group that provides information and resources to grandparents raising grandchildren.
www.massgrg.com
Serves as a resource on issues affecting grandparents and all relatives raising grandchildren.
www.learn2cope.org
508-738-5148
Learn to Cope is a support group for parents, family members, spouses, and caregivers who have a family member with a substance use disorder.
www.itsnevertooearly.com
508-539-1411
Providing substance use information, education, and treatment resource options from local organizations.
www.naranonctma.org
The Nar-Anon Family Groups are a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s substance use disorder. As a twelve-step program, the program offers help by sharing experience, strength, and hope.
www.parentsfightingaddiction.com
508-419-3434
Parents Supporting Parents is a group of people who have come together as parents and family members coping and dealing with children/loved one’s substance use disorder.
See an Overdose? Save a Life – Call 911
An overdose is a medical emergency. Look for these signs:
- The person has passed out or collapsed, or will not wake up
- The person is breathing slowly or not at all
- The person’s lips or nails are turning blue
- The person is having difficulty talking or walking
- The person is experiencing seizures or convulsions
Massachusetts Good Samaritan Law
Passed in 2012, the Massachusetts Good Samaritan Law encourages someone who witnesses an overdose to seek help from professionals by providing the caller, and the person who overdosed, protection from arrest and prosecution for drug possession. The goal is to protect people, so they are not afraid to involve emergency services as soon as possible.
The law protects the caller and overdose victim from arrest and/or prosecution for simple drug possession, possession of paraphernalia, and/or being under the influence.
Immediate medical help is critical when someone is experiencing an overdose. Please do not let fear of police involvement prevent you from calling 911.
Recovery Support Services
www.mairni.org | info@mairni.org
Mothers Helping Mothers is a support group for women struggling with the emotional difficulties associated with substance use disorder and recovery during the pregnant and postpartum phases of life. Free childcare is provided. Check website for weekly support group schedule.
gandaracenter.org/recovery-support-centers
209 Main Street, Hyannis, MA
508-827-6150
Free services include peer facilitated support, relapse prevention groups, social events, access to computers for job readiness/job search activities, and advocacy and recovery coaching.
wellstrong.org
6 Alphonse St., Falmouth, MA (corner of Rt. 28)
WellStrong offers both active and mindful activities for those in recovery, regardless of their ability to pay. Currently offering: Walk/jog program, Couch-to-5K, Yoga, Yoga of 12 Step Recovery, Refuge Recovery, Meditation, Strength Training Group Classes, Open Gym, and Movement Classes.
recoverywithoutwalls.org
350 Gifford Street., Falmouth, MA 02540
508-540-5867
Recovery Without Walls offers a structure, safety, support and stability to women living on Cape Cod following treatment for substance dependency. Our services are free of charge and include acupuncture as a primary tool to deal with the craving for substances of abuse.
Virtual Recovery Support
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
General Information
- SAMHSA
- The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is providing guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and states including:
- Virtual recovery meetings
- Considerations for the Care and Treatment of Mental and Substance
- Use Disorders in the COVID-19 Epidemic
- Guidance for Opioid Treatment Programs including new MAT guidance
- Telemedicine information
- Congregate living recommendations
- Download SAMHSA’s Virtual Recover Resources
- The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is providing guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and states including:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- MassSupport
- State of Massachusetts
- RIZE Massachusetts Foundation
- Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment
Local Virtual Recovery Resources
www.pauseawhile.org
Offering daily virtual and dial-in meetings. A full list of meetings and times can be found on the Pause A While website
Visit www.faceboook.com/pierrecovery for a complete list of virtual meetings
www.wellstrong.org/class-calendar
A fitness and wellness community for people in recovery from substance use disorder. Visit the website for a list of virtual and outdoor classes and meetings
Peer-led peer support group facilitated by a Gosnold clinician
Zoom Meeting – Sundays 11:00am – 12:30pm
Zoom meeting ID: 499 635 631
Dial in: 929-205-6099
Mindful meditation practices facilitated by Joy Kingsbury
Zoom Meeting – Mondays 7:00–8:00pm
Zoom meeting ID: 102 243 928
Dial in: 929-205-6099
An All Recovery Group welcoming all fellowships and pathways
Zoom Meeting – Wednesdays 7:00–8:00pm
Zoom meeting ID: 194 335 786
Dial in: 929-205-6099
www.herrenproject.org
Virtual support groups for spouses, families, grief, and parental support
www.learn2cope.org
Online support forum open to families, friends and loved ones who have someone in their lives who is struggling with substance use disorder
www.bchumanservices.net
774-487-5227
Apg@duffyhealthcenter.org
Recovery Build Alternative Peer Group provides recovery support for teens with substance use disorder. Telehealth communication is available.
1:1 telephone recovery support
tinyurl.com/ssprtrs
Teen Services
Visit the Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline and click on “SEARCH FOR TREATMENT” for additional teen services.
617-643-4699
The Addiction Recovery Management Service (ARMS) specializes in supporting teenagers and young adults between the ages of 14 and 26 and their parents as they deal with their substance use and related problems.
508-771-9599 ext. 281
This program combines medication assisted treatment with counseling and behavioral therapies for patients between the ages of 16 and 25.
508-860-1244 or 508-438-5642
Acute detoxification and stabilization program for adolescents ages 13-16.
apg@duffyhealthcenter.org
774-487-5227
In collaboration with Behavioral Health Innovators, Duffy Health Center staffs the Alternative Peer Group (APG), a place where teens come together with their peers to build the tools, skills, and relationships to deal with substance use challenges under the expert guidance of a Licensed Counselor, Recovery Coach and Recovery Peer Mentors.
