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Treatment is a lifelong journey and looks different for everyone. This page can help you find which treatment option is right for you depending on your needs and goals.

 

If you need support immediately and want to talk to someone right away, you can call or text The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or chat 988lifeline.org to connect with a licensed counselor, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Hablamos español.

 

What are my options?

There are many treatment options in our state. There’s no one “right” way to engage with treatment.

What’s important is that you feel like you are getting the care you need. Whether you are new to treatment or you are familiar with this journey, there are resources for you.

 


I’m ready to talk to someone

If you are new to treatment and don’t know where to start, that’s okay. These resources can offer first steps. They can also provide support if you or someone else is in crisis.

Learn more about who I can talk to

If you need support immediately and want to talk to someone right away, you can call or text The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or chat 988lifeline.org to connect with a licensed counselor, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Hablamos español.

BH Link
Another immediate support service is The BH Link Triage Center. BH Link is 24/7 community-based, walk-in/drop-off facility. You can get services for mental health and substance use crisis assessments. You can also get assistance with treatment referrals. BH Link is located at 975 Waterman Ave., East Providence, Rhode Island. Their number is 401-437-4884.

Safe Stations
Safe Stations are fire stations where you can drop in 24 hours a day, seven days a week to get access to treatment and recovery support services. Safe Stations are free and provide a welcoming environment when you’re ready for recovery. Click here to see a full list of Safe Station locations.


I’m ready for outpatient treatment

If you want a bit more structure but don’t feel like you want a complete change, these resources might work for you. These programs provide assessments, treatment and counseling. They are designed so you can maintain work, school, or family commitments.

Learn more about my outpatient treatment options

Rhode Island Centers of Excellence (COE) are specialty centers that use evidence-based practices. They give treatment and care to individuals with moderate to severe opioid use disorder. At a Center of Excellence, you will not stay overnight.

Outpatient detoxification (detox) is a short-term care center where you go to get opioids out of your system. Detox will make sure you’re safe to take medication. Detox centers may also offer counseling and help finding long-term treatment options.

Outpatient treatment programs are places where you have counseling, create goals, and get medical support on a daily basis, but you don’t stay overnight.

Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) use medicine (like buprenorphine, naltrexone, or methadone) with counseling to treat substance use disorder. These medications can help you carry on with your daily life activities. Learn more about MOUD.

Our state has a Buprenorphine 24/7 Hotline where you can get buprenorphine, a medicine used for opioid use disorder, over the phone. You can find out more information by calling the Buprenorphine 24/7 Hotline at 401-606-5456.


I’m interested in intensive treatment or recovery support services

These options might be a good option for you if you are looking for more medical care on a daily basis. This includes inpatient treatment programs. Or you might already be on medication and are looking for recovery housing.

Learn more about intensive treatment and recovery options

Detoxification treatment centers are inpatient facilities where you can stay for five to seven days. You will get medication and supervision for managed withdrawal.

Residential Treatment centers (also called inpatient rehabilitation) are live-in housing programs where you can go after completing detoxification. You can stay for up to 28 days with others starting their recovery journey. You will have intensive group counseling, individual counseling, and other activities focused on building skills and confidence to maintain your recovery.

Recovery Support Services are designed to help you reach and maintain your goals. These services also include housing, job, and family support. Rhode Island has many resources to help you find and maintain your recovery. Learn more about Recovery Resources in Rhode Island.

 

 

It’s normal to try different types of treatment to find what works for you.

Navigating treatment can be very challenging at times. Cecelia “Cece” Alston, a peer recovery specialist for Community Care Alliance (CCA) in Woonsocket, estimates that she went to “10 detoxes and seven rehabs.” Cece has now been in recovery for more than 27 years and says she takes life “one day at a time.” Read more about the treatment challenges and successes of local peer recovery support specialists.

 

Get help near you

Use the drop downs to filter the table to find the help you are looking for. Click on the website link to learn more about each resource and get connected to help.

This table was last updated March 2024 using data from BHDDH. If you are outside of Rhode Island and are looking for help, you can call or text The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

 

I want to lower my risk of overdose

Even if you are in treatment or recovery, you can be prepared and have tools to keep yourself safe. Here are some resources you can use to lower your risk of overdose and stay safer:

 

 

 

For additional resources, please visit BHDDH. You can also find a list of buprenorphine providers near you by visiting the SAMHSA physician locator. If you have something to add or correct, please Contact Us.