Substance Abuse Resources
On-Campus Resources
The University Counseling Center
Phone: 901.678.2068
Location: Wilder 214
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The Psychological Services Center
Phone: 901.678.2147
Location: Psychology Building Room 126 400 Innovation Drive
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Substance Use Prevention & Harm Reduction
Naloxone (Narcan) Access at UofM
The University of Memphis Student Health and Counseling Services supports overdose prevention through education, awareness, and access to naloxone.
Naloxone emergency kits are available in designated areas of the Student Health Center and Counseling Center. Each kit contains:
- Intranasal naloxone
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Step-by-step administration instructions
- Emergency response guidance
- Information on recognizing opioid overdose symptoms
- QR code linking to mobile overdose response instructions
Educational materials on overdose prevention, naloxone use, and harm reduction are available in the waiting areas and common spaces of both centers.
Naloxone Training
SHCS offers naloxone education and training opportunities throughout the academic year. Training participants learn:
- How to recognize an opioid overdose
- When and how to administer naloxone
- How to respond while waiting for emergency medical services
- Harm reduction and overdose prevention strategies
To request a training for your student organization, class, residence hall, or department, complete our outreach request form on out outreach page or contact SHCS at 901-678-2068 for more information.
Off-Campus Resources
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline
Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment
and information. Learn more here or call 1-800-662-4357
| Alliance Healthcare Services Phone: 901.369.1410 | Crisis Line: 901.577.9400 Locations clinics are conveniently located throughout Shelby County INFO@ALLIANCE-HS.ORG Website |
Case Management Inc 3171 Directors Row | 901.369.1410 info@cmiofmemphis.org Website |
| Memphis Addiction Help Addiction treatment center 1210 Peabody Ave | 901.272.0003 Website |
PAX Memphis Recovery Center | Drug & Alcohol Rehab 4918 William Arnold Rd | (844) 787-5862 Open 24 hours Website |
| First Step Recovery Centers Addiction treatment center 1950 Madison Ave | 901.522.1002 Website |
Warriors Center Memphis 642 Semmes St | 901.405.1298 Website |
| Extra Mile Recovery - Memphis Addiction Treatment Consultations Addiction treatment center 45 Diana St Suite #104 Website |
Serenity Recovery Centers Addiction treatment center 1094 Poplar Ave | 901.521.1131 Website | *Medicare/Medicaid accepted |
| Memphis Recovery Addiction treatment center 219 N Montgomery St | (866) 304-8254 Website | *Medicare/Medicaid accepted |
Harbor House Addiction treatment center 1979 E Alcy Rd | 901.743.1836 Website |
| Serenity Recovery Centers Addiction treatment center 5220 Park Ave | 901.521.1131 Website |
Grace House-Memphis-Bellevue Addiction treatment center 329 N Bellevue Blvd | 901.722.8460 Website | *Medicare/Medicaid accepted |
| The Oaks at Lakeside Addiction treatment center 1083 W Rex Rd | 901.979.2058 Website |
The HART Center Counselor 1384 Madison Ave | 901.726.4213 Website | *Medicare/Medicaid accepted |
Online Resources
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) > Online Treatment Facility Locator
Memphis, TN resources page (Rehabs) >Rehab Locator for Memphis, TN
SUBSTANCE USE RESOURCE INSTITUTES
- National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence:
- This informational website provides support to those who need assistance confronting
the diseases of alcoholism and drug dependence. https://ncadd.org
- This informational website provides support to those who need assistance confronting
the diseases of alcoholism and drug dependence. https://ncadd.org
- National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism:
- NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health
and well-being. They provide resources directed toward young people to evaluate their
drinking and tools to stay in control. http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov
- NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health
and well-being. They provide resources directed toward young people to evaluate their
drinking and tools to stay in control. http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov
- NIDA for Teens:
- NIDA provides a wealth of knowledge and resources including easy-to-read guides about
various drugs. Their website for adolescents includes videos, blog posts, and drug
facts. http://teens.drugabuse.gov.
- NIDA provides a wealth of knowledge and resources including easy-to-read guides about
various drugs. Their website for adolescents includes videos, blog posts, and drug
facts. http://teens.drugabuse.gov.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations:
- SAMHSA works to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s
communities, including through a series of workbooks for teens and substance use.
http://store.samhsa.gov/list/series?name=Tips-for-Teens
- SAMHSA works to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s
communities, including through a series of workbooks for teens and substance use.
http://store.samhsa.gov/list/series?name=Tips-for-Teens
TREATMENT SERVICE LOCATORS
- Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator:
- Find treatment facilities for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.
https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov
- Find treatment facilities for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.
https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov
- Buprenorphine Treatment Physician Locator:
- Find physicians authorized to treat opioid dependency with buprenorphine by state.
http://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/physician-program-data/treatment-physician-locator
- Find physicians authorized to treat opioid dependency with buprenorphine by state.
http://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/physician-program-data/treatment-physician-locator
- Opioid Treatment Program Directory:
- Search opioid treatment programs by state. http://dpt2.samhsa.gov/treatment/directory.aspx
- Search opioid treatment programs by state. http://dpt2.samhsa.gov/treatment/directory.aspx
- Sober Nation Treatment Locator:
- An extensive directory of recovery centers http://www.sobernation.com/
- An extensive directory of recovery centers http://www.sobernation.com/
SUPPORT GROUPS
- Al-Anon Family for Teens:
- A group for problem drinkers who can find understanding and support through group
meetings, podcasts, and other resources. http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/for-alateen
- A group for problem drinkers who can find understanding and support through group
meetings, podcasts, and other resources. http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/for-alateen
- Alcoholics Anonymous:
- The AA website can help young people find AA meetings near them and have brochures
directed at young people. http://www.aa.org/pages/en_US
- The AA website can help young people find AA meetings near them and have brochures
directed at young people. http://www.aa.org/pages/en_US
- Narcotics Anonymous:
- The NA website can help young people find NA meetings near them and have resources
including brochures for young people. http://www.na.org
- The NA website can help young people find NA meetings near them and have resources
including brochures for young people. http://www.na.org
- SMART Recovery:
- SMART Recovery is a leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group. The
website provides resources for teens and youth support programs, meeting locations,
and an online community. http://www.smartrecovery.org/teens/
- SMART Recovery is a leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group. The
website provides resources for teens and youth support programs, meeting locations,
and an online community. http://www.smartrecovery.org/teens/
HELPLINES
- Crisis Call Center
- Website: http://crisiscallcenter.org,
- Phone: 1-800-273-8255, or
- text “ANSWER” to 839863
- Crisis Text Line:
- Website: www.crisistextline.org or
- text “START” to 741-741
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
- Website: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org or
- Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- SAMHSA’s Helpline:
- Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline or
- Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)