Heroin Epidemic: Anne Arundel County Publishes Addiction Resource Guide

From Anne Arundel County: Anne Arundel County has released its first comprehensive resource guide for residents suffering from addiction.

“As we continue to fight the heroin and opioid crisis in our county, we are committed to providing a complete list of resources to our citizens looking for help,” said County Executive Steve Schuh. “The ‘Not My Child’ Resource Guide will effectively connect our citizens to the help they need to conquer addiction.”

The 18-page resource guide lists treatment providers throughout the county that provide the necessary services to help citizens suffering from addiction. Along with the name of each provider, the guide lists contact information for the organization, as well as a list of treatment services offered.

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The guide is authored and updated by the County Executive’s Office of Constituent Services.

The guide can be found online at: http://www.aacounty.org/departments/county-executive/constituent-services/forms-publications/resource-guide.pdf. New providers wishing to be added to the guide should contact Nancy Schrum, Director of Constituent Services, at 410-222-1785.

Where to Get Help in Maryland

Maryland residents who need help finding substance abuse treatment resources should visit the Department of Health website for links to substance abuse treatment facilities. Or call the Maryland Crisis Hotline, which provides 24/7 support, at 1-800-422-0009. If you know of someone who could use treatment for substance abuse, treatment facilities can be located by location and program characteristics online.

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