S.A.F.E. support line launch a success
For Access to Treatment and Support Call (508)-488-8105
The SAFE Resource phone line was established to assist in locating treatment, supportive services and resources for those impacted by Substance Use Disorder. To date, this service has provided assistance to 54 people in our community.
The phone line is manned by trained volunteers and provides assistance with:
- Locating treatment for Substance Use Disorder including Detoxification, In- and Out-patient Rehabilitation, Halfway Houses and Sober Homes
- Providing Referrals to counselors for psychiatric assessments and therapeutic treatment for Substance Use Disorder
- Utilizing Massachusetts General Law Section 12 (Mental Health) and Section 35 (Substance Abuse) for involuntary commitment
- Understanding MassHealth Insurance benefits
- Obtaining NARCAN / NARCAN training - NARCAN is an opioid overdose reversal drug
- Local Support for families and loved ones
The S.A.F.E. Resource Line is answered between the hours of 9:00 a.m. ad 9:00 P.M. seven days per week. Off hour calls will go to voicemail and be returned the following day. In the case of an emergency, call 911.
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