Resources

2-1-1 Infoline is a free hotline sponsored by the United Way of Connecticut. 2-1-1 is accessible free of charge 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by simply dialing 2-1-1. Anyone can call 2-1-1 to seek help in a crisis. Multilingual call specialists provide information and refer callers to services in their area. 

http://www.infoline.org/

The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) administers comprehensive, recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health and substance abuse treatment throughout Connecticut. The Web site provides listings and descriptions for services offered throughout the state.

http://www.ct.gov/dmhas

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) is a part of the US Department of Health and Human Services. SAMHSA provides national data on mental health and substance abuse, as well as information on national programs and services.

http://www.samhsa.gov/index.aspx

Connecticut's Network of Care for Behavioral Health is an excellent resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with mental health. It provides information about mental health issues and services, in English and Spanish.

The Connecticut Women's Consortium is a statewide policy, training, and advocacy organization specializing in women's behavioral health. It serves on statewide task forces and initiatives that address a wide array of women's issues, including trauma, domestic violence, and substance abuse.

http://www.womensconsortium.org/

The Department of Public Health (DPH) serves to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut.

http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/

 

Other Useful Links

 
Narcotics Anonymous: http://www.ctna.org/
 
Department of Corrections (DOC): www.ct.gov/doc
 
Department of Children and Families:  www.ct.gov/dcf
 
Connecticut Certification Board (CCB): http://www.ctcertboard.org/
The CCB offers certification for addiction counselors, clinical supervisors, co-occurring disorders and prevention professionals in the state of Connecticut.
 
Dr. Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D, L.C.S.W: http://www.gwcc.commnet.edu/
Dr. Covington is a pioneer in the development and implementation of gender-responsive services that address the needs of women in treatment. She is a consultant with Crossroads' Women's Program.  
 
Gateway Community College: http://www.gwcc.commnet.edu/
 
Connecticut HIV Online Resource Guide: http://www.guardianhealth.org/HIVResources.htm
 
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): http://www.cdc.gov/
 
Yale New Haven Hospital (YNHH): http://www.ynhh.org/
 
Hospital of St. Raphael's: http://www.srhs.org/