Missouri Addiction Hotlines

America has a severe addiction problem, and Missouri is no exception. Substance abuse is among the top health concerns in the state. This year, 10.92% of residents reported illicit drug use sometime during the last month, per the CDC. A total of 2,155 residents died from overdoses in 2021 alone. Data is not yet available for last year.

Unfortunately, addiction has a grip not just on Missouri, but on all of America. Fortunately, there is help. Below are three completely free resources for help with substance abuse available to residents of the Show Me State. Addiction is a disease, and the cure begins with helping yourself. We aim to be part of that help.

Missouri National Rehab Hotline

Available 24/7, the Missouri Addiction Hotline is free and anonymous for any resident to receive assistance with addiction. Call 866-210-1303 anytime to be connected with a specialist who will listen and help in any way possible. The website also offers links to helpful resources and much more. Call now. Help is standing by.

Missouri DBH

The state’s Department of Behavioral Health offers prevention, treatment, and recovery support for those struggling with substance abuse. Call 573-751-4942 more for information, or click here to visit the DBH’s Behavioral Health Resources webpage. There are numerous links to external resources on plenty of topics.

Missouri Crisis Line

If you need support for anything at all related to substance abuse or mental health, the Missouri Crisis Line is available 24/7 for residents to call. The number is 573-445-5035 and the toll-free option is 888-761-4357. You may also text “HAND” to 839863. Click here for more information.