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The Alabama Department of Mental Health coordinates statewide addiction treatment and prevention services. Call 334-242-3454 or visit mh.alabama.gov/substance-abuse to find licensed treatment providers, state-funded programs, and resources for women seeking help with alcohol or drug dependency. Staff can provide referrals to residential programs, outpatient therapy, and medication-assisted treatment. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
334-242-3454 · 100 N Union St, Montgomery, AL 36130 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Dial 211 or visit 211connectsalabama.org 24/7 to be connected with local substance use treatment programs, detox centers, recovery support services, and sober housing for women in Alabama. Specialists can help you find programs that accept Medicaid, provide women-specific treatment, or offer services for women with children. Free and confidential. Available 24/7 by phone or online.
211 · Statewide Phone Service · 24/7 · Visit Website
Bradford Health Services provides residential detox, inpatient rehab, intensive outpatient, and women-specific addiction treatment programs in Birmingham. Call 888-577-0012 for a free 24-hour admissions assessment. Accepts most insurance plans including Medicaid. Located at 2101 Magnolia Ave S Suite 518, Birmingham. Services cover alcohol, opioid, and polysubstance use disorders. Bring ID and insurance information.
888-577-0012 · 2101 Magnolia Ave S Suite 518, Birmingham, AL 35205 · 24/7 Admissions · Visit Website
UAB Beacon provides evidence-based outpatient addiction treatment and medication-assisted treatment at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Call 205-917-3780 to schedule an assessment. Located at 1713 6th Ave S, Birmingham. Accepts Medicaid and private insurance. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
205-917-3780 · 1713 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Aletheia House runs a women-focused residential substance abuse treatment program in Birmingham offering safe, structured recovery support for women with addiction. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, life skills, and transition support. Call 205-324-6502 to inquire about admission. Located at 2411 5th Ave S, Birmingham. Residential program operates 24/7. Accepts Medicaid and sliding-scale fees for eligible clients.
205-324-6502 · 2411 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 · 24/7
Alcoholics Anonymous offers free peer support meetings throughout Alabama for women recovering from alcohol addiction. Women-only meetings are available in many areas for those who prefer a same-gender environment. Call the AA central office at 205-290-0060 or visit aa.org to find meeting times and locations near you. No fees, no registration, and no religious affiliation required. Meetings held regularly statewide.
205-290-0060 · Statewide Meetings · Meeting times vary
Narcotics Anonymous offers free peer support meetings across Alabama for women recovering from drug addiction. Women-specific and mixed meetings are held regularly statewide. Call the NA helpline at 800-587-9785 or visit na.org to find meeting schedules and locations near you. No cost, no registration required, and no judgment about which substances were used. Confidential and welcoming to newcomers.
800-587-9785 · Statewide Meetings · Meeting times vary
SAMHSA's treatment locator at findtreatment.gov allows women to search by zip code for nearby substance use and mental health treatment facilities. Filter results by treatment type, payment options including Medicaid, special programs for women, and whether facilities accept patients with children. Results include contact information and services offered. Free to search online 24/7. Call SAMHSA helpline 1-800-662-4357 for direct referral.
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Alcoholics Anonymous is a free worldwide fellowship for people struggling with alcohol use. Women can find in-person meetings, online meetings, and women-only groups at aa.org. The 12-step program uses peer support, sponsorship, and structured recovery steps. No registration, fees, or religious requirement. AA has helped millions of women achieve sobriety. Meeting locator available 24/7 at aa.org.
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Narcotics Anonymous is a free fellowship for women and men recovering from drug addiction of any kind. Women can find in-person, online, and women-specific meetings through the worldwide meeting locator at na.org. NA uses a 12-step program with peer sponsorship and group support. No fees, no registration, and no requirement to identify specific substances. Newcomers are always welcome.
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SMART Recovery provides free science-based support groups for women recovering from any addictive behavior using cognitive-behavioral techniques rather than the 12-step model. In-person and online meetings are available globally. Visit smartrecovery.org to find meetings and access free self-help tools, workbooks, and online forums. No requirement to label yourself an addict. Open to people at any stage of recovery.
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Women for Sobriety is a recovery program designed specifically for women dealing with substance use disorders. The program uses 13 acceptance statements focused on emotional and spiritual growth unique to women's recovery experiences. Find in-person and online chat meetings at womenforsobriety.org. Membership is low-cost and includes access to online forums, newsletters, and peer support. Founded specifically to address women's recovery needs.
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Al-Anon Family Groups provide free peer support meetings for women who are affected by someone else's drinking, such as a partner, parent, or child. The program helps women detach from the alcoholic's behavior, set boundaries, and heal emotionally. Find local and online meetings at al-anon.org. No fees or registration required. Alateen meetings are available for younger family members affected by alcoholism.
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Nar-Anon provides free peer support meetings for women and families affected by a loved one's drug addiction. The 12-step program helps members understand addiction, practice detachment, and find personal healing regardless of whether the addict seeks help. Find in-person and online meetings at nar-anon.org. No fees or membership requirements. Narateen groups are available for youth affected by family addiction.
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Shatterproof is a national nonprofit working to reverse the addiction crisis through policy advocacy, evidence-based treatment standards, and anti-stigma campaigns. Their website at shatterproof.org provides family support guides, treatment quality ratings through the ATLAS platform, and resources for women who have lost a loved one to addiction. Treatment quality tools help women choose facilities. Free online resource.
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Faces and Voices of Recovery organizes and mobilizes the recovery community to advocate for policies that support addiction treatment and reduce stigma. Their website at facesandvoicesofrecovery.org connects women in recovery with advocacy networks, peer recovery support programs, and resources for sharing their stories. A national directory of Recovery Community Organizations helps women find local peer support services.
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