HELP & RESOURCES
For you, or someone you love. Start with the kind of support you need today.
The crisis numbers below are for the United States. Outside the U.S.?
Immediate danger or a medical emergency: call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Free, confidential support, 24/7, for emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health or substance use crisis.
Small Town Sober is not a crisis service. Please use these services for urgent help rather than waiting for an email or social media reply.
A free, confidential referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use concerns. Available 24/7 in English and Spanish.
They can help you find local services, including options if you don’t have insurance. This is a referral line, not counseling.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Search for mental health and substance use treatment in the U.S. and its territories. A starting point for finding providers near you.
Ask the provider about cost, insurance, availability, and what care involves before you book.
Search for treatmentPeer support can be part of your support system. It doesn’t replace medical care or emergency help. Check each meeting’s details before attending.
Find local A.A. contacts and meeting information through the official A.A. directory.
Find A.A. near youFree peer-support meetings focused on practical tools for changing addictive behaviors. Search online and in-person options.
Find a SMART Recovery meetingSupport for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Find in-person, online, or hybrid meetings and check how to join.
Find an Al-Anon meetingSupport for people who care about someone struggling with addictive behavior. Choose Family & Friends in the meeting finder.
Find Family & Friends supportUse Find A Helpline to look for support in your country. Contact your local emergency number if someone is in immediate danger.
Resources checked September 23, 2026. Follow each organization’s link for current details. Small Town Sober shares information and lived-experience stories; it does not provide medical treatment or crisis counseling.