How many substance abuse resources are in New York?

Women's Corner tracks 15 substance abuse resources for women in New York.

Are substance abuse resources in New York free?

11 of the 15 listed substance abuse resources in New York are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in New York have substance abuse resources?

Listings span cities including Albany, New York, Briarwood.

What are some examples of substance abuse resources in New York?

Featured entries include NY Office of Addiction Services & Supports (OASAS), Odyssey House — NYC Women's Program, Samaritan Village — Women's Services, Phoenix House — New York, New York AA Meetings.

Do these listings include phone numbers?

7 of 15 New York substance abuse listings include phone numbers.

Where do I start if I want help with addiction?

Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.

Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?

Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.

Are there women-only treatment programs?

Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.

What about pregnancy and addiction?

Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.

Best Substance Abuse in New York — 15 resources

About Substance Abuse for Women

Substance use treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed providers, mutual-aid programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety), hospital detox, methadone clinics, and sober living. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) and findtreatment.gov locate local programs 24/7. For pregnant and parenting women, federally funded Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW) programs provide specialized residential and outpatient care that allows children on-site. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the standard for opioid use disorder, and family drug courts offer treatment-based alternatives to losing custody. This directory aggregates each state's single state agency for SUD, women-specific treatment, MAT providers, and recovery meetings.

Substance Abuse in New York

New York has separate Family Court (for custody, support, paternity, DV) and Supreme Court (for divorce) systems. NYC's Family Court operates in all five boroughs. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement. NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, and Syracuse are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of NYC, Sanctuary for Families, NYLAG, and the NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence serve women.

15 Resources

1. NY Office of Addiction Services & Supports (OASAS) — Free

NY Office of Addiction Services & Supports (OASAS) serves women in Albany and surrounding New York communities with substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Dial (877) 846-7369 for an initial conversation about your situation. Hours are 24/7 helpline, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.

(877) 846-7369 · 1450 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203 · 24/7 helpline · Visit Website

2. Odyssey House — NYC Women's Program

Odyssey House — NYC Women's Program works with women across New York on substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Contact (212) 361-1600 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

(212) 361-1600 · 120 Wall St, New York, NY 10005 · 24/7

3. Samaritan Village — Women's Services

Based in Briarwood, Samaritan Village — Women's Services supports New York women navigating substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Call (718) 206-2000 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.

(718) 206-2000 · 138-02 Queens Blvd, Briarwood, NY 11435 · 24/7 · Visit Website

4. Phoenix House — New York

Phoenix House — New York serves women in New York and surrounding New York communities with substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Dial (888) 671-9392 for an initial conversation about your situation. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.

(888) 671-9392 · Multiple NY locations · 24/7 · Visit Website

5. New York AA Meetings — Free

New York AA Meetings is the go-to recovery resource in the New York area for substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Reach the team at (212) 647-1680 to schedule a screening. Hours are Varies, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.

(212) 647-1680 · Multiple locations statewide · Varies · Visit Website

6. Oxford House New York

Based in New York, Oxford House New York supports New York women navigating substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Call (800) 689-6137 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available 24/7 residences; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.

(800) 689-6137 · Multiple locations statewide · 24/7 residences · Visit Website

7. Women's Prison Association — Reentry Support — Free

Women's Prison Association — Reentry Support is the go-to recovery resource in the New York area for substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Reach the team at (646) 292-7740 to schedule a screening. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(646) 292-7740 · 110 Second Ave, New York, NY 10003 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

8. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Free

Findtreatment.gov — searchable database of substance use and mental health treatment facilities nationwide for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Narcotics Anonymous — Free

NA — free fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction. Worldwide meeting locator for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. SMART Recovery — Free

Self-Management and Recovery Training — science-based addiction recovery support groups and online meetings for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Women for Sobriety — Free

Recovery program designed by and for women dealing with substance use, with online and in-person groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Al-Anon Family Groups — Free

Free fellowship for families and friends of alcoholics. Find a meeting near you. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Nar-Anon — Free

Free fellowship for those affected by someone else's drug use. Worldwide meeting directory for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Shatterproof — Free

Reversing the addiction crisis through advocacy, science-based treatment, and family support. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Faces & Voices of Recovery — Free

Organizing the recovery community to advocate for policy and reduce stigma for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many substance abuse resources are in New York?: Women's Corner tracks 15 substance abuse resources for women in New York.
Are substance abuse resources in New York free?: 11 of the 15 listed substance abuse resources in New York are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in New York have substance abuse resources?: Listings span cities including Albany, New York, Briarwood.
What are some examples of substance abuse resources in New York?: Featured entries include NY Office of Addiction Services & Supports (OASAS), Odyssey House — NYC Women's Program, Samaritan Village — Women's Services, Phoenix House — New York, New York AA Meetings.
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 7 of 15 New York substance abuse listings include phone numbers.
Where do I start if I want help with addiction?: Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.
Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?: Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.
Are there women-only treatment programs?: Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.
What about pregnancy and addiction?: Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.