Need substance use help?

Choose from four easy ways to reach the Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline.

Dial 211
(or 833-944-4673)
Text your ZIP
code to 898211
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For life threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. For the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, dial 988.

Recovery is possible

The Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline is a statewide resource for finding substance use treatment and recovery services. The helpline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. If you or someone you love are struggling with substance use, our trained resource specialists will help you understand your treatment and support options.
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Addiction recovery

You’ve taken the first step! Recovery is an ongoing journey of improving your health and wellness, living a self-directed life, and reaching your full potential. It looks and feels differently for everyone, but it is possible for everyone.

Wisconsin Department of Health Services explains six basic steps to help tackle the recovery process.

  1. Embrace the idea of change
  2. Understand the resource available
  3. Engage peer support
  4. Establish a support network
  5. Set yourself up for success
  6. Forgive yourself for failure
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How are you feeling?

TAKE A
SUBSTANCE USE
SCREENING NOW

Behavioral health — which includes mental health, substance use, and more — is vital to your overall well-being. Brief screenings are a fast way to know if you should seek help.

Create a treatment plan

Finding the right treatment option is an important step toward recovery. There are a variety of treatment options available. Work with an addiction recovery professional to customize a treatment plan that’s right for you.

Learn more about treatment options.

Tools and information to help in your recovery journey

HELP A LOVED ONE
AFFORDING CARE AND INSURANCE
RECOVERY SUPPORT

More addiction recovery resources

Click on any topic below to access information and statewide resources from Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Substance use disorder info
Prevention and healthy living
Opioid abuse and treatment
Peer support for recovery
Drug take back

Relapses happen. Don’t lose hope.

If you or your loved one experiences a return to use, ask your doctor or recovery support network for help. Addiction is a chronic disease and the journey to recovery can be full of ups and downs. You may need to adjust your treatment plan along the way to prevent future relapses. Don’t lose hope.

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ABOUT THE WISCONSIN ADDICTION RECOVERY HELPLINE

The Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline is sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and made possible by a grant from the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration. Available 24/7, the helpline is free and confidential to assist Wisconsinites in finding substance use treatment and recovery services.

The Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline offers free printed materials including rack cards, wallet cards, and posters that will be shipped directly to you.
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