South Carolina Addiction Hotlines

America has a severe addiction problem, and South Carolina is no exception. Substance abuse is among the top health concerns in the state. This year, 10.7% of residents reported illicit drug use sometime during the last month, per the CDC. A total of 2,138 residents died from overdoses in 2021 alone. Data is not yet available for last year.

Unfortunately, addiction has a grip not just on South Carolina, 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 Palmetto State. Addiction is a disease, and the cure begins with helping yourself. We aim to be part of that help.

South Carolina National Rehab Hotline

Available 24/7, the South Carolina 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.

DMH Support Line

The state’s Department of Mental Health sponsors a free and anonymous helpline available to all residents. Call 844-724-6737 to be connected with a clinician who can provide support and resources for alcohol addiction prevention and recovery. Click here to visit the website for more information.

SC Statewide Crisis Response

Also provided by the DMH, the crisis response line is available to any SC resident experiencing any type of crisis, including but limited to a crisis involving alcohol abuse. Call 833-364-2274 or visit the website by clicking here.