Family & Friends
My family member or friend is struggling with substance use
Your support can save lives.
Loving someone who lives with addiction is not an easy journey, but you are not alone. With the support of your community, you can help save lives by being there for your family and friends when they need you.
You are a steady factor in their life who does not pass judgment. Below, we've compiled stories and resources to help you along the way.
How to respond if you suspect a family member or friend is struggling with SUD
It’s important to process your own emotions and make a plan to support them. You should remind yourself that recovery is possible. To get started, we recommend seeking support for yourself. This support may be a professional therapist well-versed in substance use disorder or a support group. There, you will find guidance from others who are experienced with the matter.
We do not recommend confronting your loved one abruptly or without notice. Give yourself time to remain calm, think through options and get help from others.
Resources
For 40 years Heartland Center for Behavioral Change has helped people rebuild their life through reentry services and substance use disorder treatment services. HCBC programs employ trained professionals, including program managers, counselors, case managers, community and peer support specialists to enhance the efforts of the criminal justice and behavioral health systems in protecting communities and rebuilding lives.
Gateway is a national provider that is licensed and accredited by the State of Illinois and JCAHO. We have 16 convenient drug and alcohol treatment centers in Illinois to serve our patients in the places and communities they call home. We put our patients at the center of their substance abuse treatment — life-saving treatment that stays with them throughout their lives. Through individualized treatment, we’re able to help them discover what will work best for them in their journey to overcome drug and alcohol addiction.
The mission of Haymarket Center is to aid people with substance use disorders in their recovery by providing comprehensive behavioral health solutions.
We are a community-based, not-for-profit corporation offering services to address substance use disorders and other therapeutic needs. We began helping east central Illinois and other state residents as the Central East Alcoholism & Drug Council originally incorporated in 1972. We opened our first facility in 1973 and now operate 10 sites.
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center – Women’s Residential Services
- 847-377-7950
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- Government-based organization
24647 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60060
WRS is a residential program for women with substance use disorders. At WRS, women with multiple and complex needs are empowered to develop a lifestyle of recovery.
Queen of Peace Center has focused exclusively on women, children, and families by providing family-centered behavioral healthcare. Our unique model addresses the full continuum of needs for those impacted by substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. Our programs provide treatment, prevention and education, and housing – including ensuring food, medicine, and basic needs are met throughout recovery journeys.
Wish Center at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital
- 314-768-8230
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- Hospital
1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 205, St. Louis, MO 63117
The WISH (Women and Infant Substance Help) Center provides comprehensive, high-risk maternity care for people who are affected by opioid dependency. Features include ultrasound, fetal monitoring, examination rooms and private, comfortable rooms for initiating treatment.
Family Guidance Center
- 844-8FGCCARES (844-834-2227)
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- Hospital
2924 Stanton St. Springfield IL 62703
Family Guidance Centers can help you, or your loved one, immediately access services to treat substance use disorder, including medications to safely alleviate withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and support long-term recovery.
SSM Health Behavioral Health Urgent Care
- 314-344-7200
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12355 DePaul Drive Suite 150, St. Louis, MO 63044
The clinic treats both adults and children in urgent need of care for mental health crises. This service provides immediate access to behavioral health care without the often long and costly wait for emergency room care to address non-emergent issues.
Please use parking lot #8 along DePaul Drive for easy access to SSM Health Behavioral Health Urgent Care.
Local St. Charles
CenterPointe Hospital
- 636-477-2136
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- Hospital
4801 Weldon Spring Parkway, St. Charles, MO 63304
CenterPointe Hospital provides a range of behavioral health and addiction services including crisis intervention, assessment, treatment, education and referral.
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St. Charles County Department of Public Health
This website is part of an ongoing effort by the St. Charles County Department of Health to spread awareness about substance use disorder and provide resources for the community.
Funding for this project is provided by the federal Cooperative Agreement for Emergency Response: Public Health Crisis Response issued to the State of Missouri from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).