Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse

2009-2011 Budget Reductions

How do I help someone begin treatment?

Find out how to help someone who may need treatment, who to call for a referral, and get screening and education materials.

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How to access services

Many potential clients are referred by employers or social, judicial, and health systems. Persons interested in finding out about services in their community can look under "Washington State Alcohol/Drug" in the Blue Pages of the telephone directory. 

You can also call the Alcohol and Drug 24-Hour Help Line at 206-722-3700 (from Seattle or out of Washington State) or toll free at 1-800-562-1240 (from within Washington State) for crisis counseling or referral services. 

Persons interested in information on substance abuse may call the Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse at 206-725-9696 (from Seattle or out of Washington State) or toll free at 1-800-662-9111 (from within Washington State).

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-547-6133, any time from any place.

Additional Resources

Greenbook "Directory of Certified Chemical Dependency Services in Washington State." The Greenbook Directory is primarily a listing of chemical dependency service providers certified by the Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse (DASA). Certified agencies are listed alphabetically within each county.

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Exploring a career as a Chemical Dependency Professional (word doc)  Visit this page to learn more about the opportunities, benefits, and demand for chemical dependency counselors in Washington State.  Visit the Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP) Job Line to view or post resumes and job openings for Washington State: http://www.cdpcertification.org/

Meeting Basic Needs is a directory of resources for Case Managers and Contracted Providers serving DSHS clients.

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Goals for Treatment and Prevention

• Turn those who abuse alcohol and drugs into productive and self-supporting citizens.
• Promote safer communities and family stability.
• Reduce crime, health care, welfare, and other social costs associated with alcohol and drug abuse.
• Improve the academic performance of the children of Washington state.
• Avert the onset of addiction.

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