
Free Resources
Free literature, meetings, helplines, and support from recovery organizations. Everything here is free - no strings attached.
In crisis? Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 1-800-662-HELP (SAMHSA) - 24/7, free, confidential
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SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for substance use and mental health disorders. Available in English and Spanish.
1-800-662-4357Free Resources
- •24/7 helpline in English and Spanish
- •Treatment referrals
- •Information about local support groups
- •Community-based organizations
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Available 24/7.
988Free Resources
- •24/7 crisis support via call, text, or chat
- •Specialized support for veterans (press 1)
- •Spanish language support (press 2)
- •Support for deaf/hard of hearing (use TTY)
Veterans Crisis Line
Free, confidential support for veterans in crisis and their families and friends. Staffed by qualified responders, many of whom are veterans themselves.
1-800-273-8255Free Resources
- •24/7 crisis support (press 1 after dialing)
- •Text support (text 838255)
- •Online chat
- •Support for family members
Disaster Distress Helpline
Crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
1-800-985-5990Free Resources
- •24/7 crisis counseling
- •Text support (text TalkWithUs to 66746)
- •Multilingual support
- •Deaf/hard of hearing TTY
Alcoholics Anonymous
AA
The original 12-step program. AA provides free support for anyone who wants to stop drinking through meetings, literature, and sponsorship.
Free Resources
- •Big Book available free online
- •Newcomer packets at meetings
- •Free pamphlets on various topics
- •Meeting directory
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Narcotics Anonymous
NA
Recovery from drug addiction through the 12-step program. NA focuses on the disease of addiction rather than any specific drug.
Free Resources
- •Informational Pamphlets (IPs) free online
- •Newcomer starter kits at meetings
- •Special kits for incarcerated individuals
- •Meeting directory worldwide
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Crystal Meth Anonymous
CMA
A 12-step fellowship for people recovering from crystal meth addiction. Follows the AA model adapted for meth-specific issues.
Free Resources
- •Free pamphlet PDFs
- •Meeting directory
- •Phone and online meetings
- •Newcomer resources
Overeaters Anonymous
OA
12-step program for people with compulsive eating, food addiction, anorexia, bulimia, and other food-related issues.
Free Resources
- •"Where Do I Start?" free newcomer pamphlet
- •Meeting directory
- •Phone and online meetings
- •Podcasts and audio
Gamblers Anonymous
GA
12-step program for people with gambling problems. Provides fellowship and support to stop gambling.
Free Resources
- •Digital literature free online
- •Meeting directory
- •20 Questions self-assessment
- •Phone meetings
Sex Addicts Anonymous
SAA
12-step program for people who want to stop addictive sexual behavior. Based on AA principles.
Free Resources
- •Green Book (basic text) available online
- •Free pamphlets
- •Meeting directory
- •Phone and online meetings
Codependents Anonymous
CoDA
12-step program for people who struggle with codependent patterns in relationships. Focus on developing healthy relationships.
Free Resources
- •Free pamphlets online
- •Meeting directory
- •Phone and online meetings
- •Newcomer resources
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