Denver is a rapidly growing mountain town that has a high-tech industry, sprawling suburban neighborhoods and as many sunny days each year as Southern California. Unfortunately, it’s also ground zero for massive drug trafficking operations — and the addiction these activities bring with them. Just in the period 2019-22, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health, the region saw a nearly 400% increase in fentanyl-related overdose deaths, with a further 19% increase from 2022 to 2023. The especially dangerous nature of Denver’s drug scene makes living with substance use disorder here more of an issue than it might be elsewhere. Fortunately, calling a Denver addiction hotline can help residents find the help they need to battle addiction, along with a number of free and confidential resources statewide.
National Addiction Resources
- National Rehab Hotline
People all over the United States can call the National Rehab Hotline for free, 24-7 confidential assistance with substance abuse issues. This helpline connects callers with local support groups and various professional resources, including inpatient and outpatient care facilities for people dealing with substance abuse. Referrals for acute care are available, as is crisis intervention for people who need immediate help.
(866) 210-1303 - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI is a free national hotline with information and support for many mental health issues, including substance use disorders and the various issues that go along with having substance abuse in a family. NAMI counselors offer compassionate advice, referrals for local treatment options, limited legal resources and peer groups for help overcoming drug and alcohol use. Helpful referrals are also available for people with non-substance addictions, such as compulsive gambling and other addictive behaviors.
Call: (800) 950-NAMI (6264)
Text: HELPLINE to 62640 - SAMHSA National Helpline
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offers confidential, no-cost support for people with substance use disorders, as well as for family members who need assistance for their loved ones but don’t know where to turn. Anybody can call the SAMHSA National Helpline to get free addiction help, connections to local mental health providers, referrals to inpatient and outpatient treatment facilities in the Denver area and other community-based resources.
(800) 662-HELP (4357) - Crisis Text Line
The Crisis Text Line is available 24-7 and operates as a totally text-based crisis intervention resource. Working as a confidential Denver crisis line, it connects Denver-area residents with personal support in an emergency, encouragement during periods of withdrawal and cravings and free referrals for the local support they need to maintain sobriety. Text line counselors are trained to educate people in the community about strategies to overcome an addiction crisis and to help family members plan for getting their loved ones the help they need to begin recovery.
Text: HELLO to 741741 - Veterans Crisis Line
Veterans struggling with addiction have special needs, and the compassionate team at the Veterans Crisis Line is set up to help. Open to veterans and eligible family members, this Denver addiction helpline is uniquely well positioned to offer support and resource referrals for honorably discharged former servicemembers struggling with all manner of health and behavioral issues. Contact the crisis line for addiction, mental health and other common issues returning veterans face.
Call: (800) 273-8255
Text: 838255
Help for Denver Residents
- Colorado Crisis Services
Colorado Crisis Services aims to be the starting point for Denver residents struggling with addiction who are ready to start their recovery. Acting as a gateway for multiple local addiction care resources, this comprehensive care service takes phone and text inquiries, as well as walk-in service at any of its Denver-area locations. Help finding and getting treatment is available, regardless of your ability to pay, and all inquiries are strictly confidential.
Call: (844) 493-TALK (8255)
Text: TALK to 38255 - Servicios de La Raza
Servicios de la Raza provides English and Spanish addiction and health support for Denver’s large Chicano population, but information and referrals are open to anyone who needs them. This service connects people with addictions to behavioral health support, sexual health services and community crisis interventions at no cost.
(303) 458-5851
Denver Addiction Hotline
People in the Denver area don’t have to live with addiction controlling their lives. When you call our Denver addiction hotline, you’re in touch with a compassionate team of counselors who can refer you to local care resources and help talk you through a rough time. We’re here to help you 24-7, whether you’re dealing with substance use yourself or have a family member who needs support. Call our Denver addiction helpline today.