Alcohol and substance dependence and addiction

About 1 in 5 people in the U.S. ages 12 and over* have a substance use disorder (SUD)  and/or misuse alcohol or drugs. 

That means many of us have or know someone with a SUD. Treatment for SUDs is effective. We can help you find the treatment you need.

 

Substance use treatment

Our plan covers a wide range of services to help you on your road to recovery. Our goal is to make sure you have the support you need every step of the way.

 

Benefits include:

  • Outpatient care
  • Medication assisted treatment
  • Inpatient care

Learn more

BH LINK 

BH Link provides access right away to behavioral health care. Its 24/7 triage center is  located at 975 Waterman Avenue in East Providence.

Rhode Island Safe Stations

RI Safe Stations can help if you or a loved one struggles with addition. You can visit any fire station that is part of the free program 24/7. Trained staff can help you find treatment and services. 

Click here to see a list of fire stations that are ready to help you get the support you need. 

The Samaritans of Rhode Island

401-272-4044 or 800-365-4044

The Samaritans offers information about suicide prevention, grief support, education and resources.

Prevent Overdose RI

This web site offers information to help prevent opioid overdose.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

800-273-TALK (8255) (TTY: 800-799-4889)

This is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention hotline. You can call if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Calls are kept private. They are routed to the nearest crisis center. There are more than 150 crisis centers in the network.

We’re here if you want to learn more about SUDs or get help. Call member services at 866-738-4116 (TTY: 711). We’re open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.