Substance Use Resources
GA Medical Amnesty Law
Protection for people who call 911 and seek medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug or alcohol-related overdose. The caller and the victim cannot be arrested, charged, or prosecuted for personal use quantities of drugs, alcohol, or drug paraphernalia if the evidence was obtained as a result of seeking medical assistance and the caller remains at the scene with the victim.
Medication to prevent opioid overdoses (Narcan) can be obtained for free for those at high risk of overdose and their loved ones here: https://georgiaoverdoseprevention.org/
Georgia Tobacco Quit Line for free counseling, resource library and support/referral service: 1-877-270-STOP
Salvation Army Center of Hope
Free substance abuse rehab program for men through counseling, work therapy, religious instruction, and custom rehabilitation
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/augusta
706-826-7933
Halo Clinic
Provides free and essential medical healthcare services to those recovering from substance abuse related illnesses in the CSRA. The clinic is held the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30-8:30pm at Centro Medico
904 Merry St, Augusta, GA 30904
Head of the Giant Ministry
Women’s homeless shelter as well as working with substance abuse facilities and training, food clothing and shelter (for men and women), job placement assistance and training, Christian counseling, GED classes.
https://www.headofthegiantministry.com/
706-496-1540
Hope House Augusta
The only licensed and accredited residential substance misuse and mental health facility that serves women and children in Augusta-Richmond County. Comprehensive treatment to end the cycle of substance misuse, untreated mental illness, and poverty. Empowerment through prevention education, clinical treatment, and recovery
https://www.hopehouseaugusta.org/
Application: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5641513/New-Survey
706-737-9879
Hale House Augusta
12-step recovery transitional program to assist men over the age of 18 with substance abuse problems to recover in a safe recovery residence setting
https://www.thehalefoundation.com/
706-722-3060
Augusta University Tobacco Cessation Program
Three-step smoking cessation program with a cessation clinic and classes to help any in the general public quit smoking. Often covered by insurance and the clinic will work with you if you have difficulty paying for their services.
(706) 721-0456
https://www.augusta.edu/cancer/community/tobacco-cessation.php/index.php