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Posted by: Altruist on 2006-10-31, 16:11:12
Heroin additction is very serious and I strongly recommend an inpatient (residential) program for 30 days or more. Your State DSS (department of social services) offers these services for people in your position. It's important that you call your local office as soon as possible and speak to someone who can get you admitted to one of these programs as soon as possible. The MA state DSS site provided the following info; I hope this helps you and GOOD LUCK!! Bureau of Substance Abuse Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About The Program The Bureau of Substance Abuse Services oversees the substance abuse and gambling prevention and treatment services in the Commonwealth. Responsibilities include: licensing programs and counselors; funding and monitoring prevention and treatment services; providing access to treatment for the indigent and uninsured; developing and implementing policies and programs; and tracking substance abuse trends in the state. Service Offerings The Bureau of Substance Abuse Services contracts with community-based programs to provide the following services for individuals and families with substance abuse or gambling problems: Prevention Medical Detoxification and Transitional Support Residential Treatment over 30 Days Outpatient Counseling Methadone (Opioid) Treatment Aftercare/ Recovery Support Driving Under the Influence Treatment Services Eligibility Criteria Programs have different eligibility requirements for each service provided. Find out if you might be eligible, or find out more about these services or to locate a program near you, please call the Massachusetts Substance Abuse Education and Information Helpline at 1-800-327-5050; TTU 1-617-536-5872 or visit our website at helpline-online.com. Application Process Call the Massachusetts Substance Abuse Education and Information Helpline at 1-800-327-5050 or visit helpline-online.com. Contact Information Bureau of Substance Abuse Services Department of Public Health 250 Washington Street Boston, MA 02108-4609 Helpline: Telephone: 1-800-327-5050 TTY: 1-617-536-5872 Links: Bureau of Substance Abuse Services: mass.gov/ dph/ bsas/ bsas.htm Massachusetts Substance Abuse Education and Information: helpline-online.com |
