Haymarket Center
The mission of Haymarket Center is to aid people with substance use disorders in their recovery by providing comprehensive behavioral health solutions.
Read MoreHour House
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.
Read MoreLake County Health Department and Community Health Center – Women’s Residential Services
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.
Read MoreQueen of Peace
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…
Read MoreWish Center at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital
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.
Read MoreFamily Guidance Center
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.
Read MoreNever Use Alone Hotline
Human connection and love are at the forefront of what the Never Use Alone hotline has to offer. If you are going to use by yourself, call them! You will be asked for your first name, location, and the number you are calling from. An operator will stay on the line with you while you…
Read MoreWhat is Detoxification?
Detoxification, or simply, “detox,” is the process of taking someone off of an opioid that they are physically dependent on. Through the detoxification process, the person is given medically supervised and gradually reduced doses of medication to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The goal of detoxing is to: Eradicate the body of its daily dependence…
Read MoreCommon Signs of an Opioid Addiction
If you suspect someone you love is using substances, there are some common signs and symptoms to look for. Physical Changes Frequent opioid use (or overuse of prescribed opioids) Frequent drowsiness Weight loss Flu-like symptoms Changing sleep patterns Decreased libido Personal Changes Poor personal hygiene Isolation from loved ones Stealing from loved ones Financial difficulties…
Read MoreLanguage to Destigmatize Substance Use Disorder
One major step to destigmatizing substance use disorder is to change how we talk about it. The more we say something, the more it becomes normalized within our conversations—no matter how damaging it may be. When real people with real emotions are at the other end of these words, this becomes a problem. For example,…
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