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A short, checked list of crisis lines, recovery support and practical services for Seattle and Washington. Fewer links, chosen for people in recovery and the people who support them.
- In danger or overdose: call 911
- Crisis, any time: call or text 988
Crisis & safety
Crisis Connections
Seattle-based crisis line and home of several Washington support lines, including the Recovery Help Line.
Crisis Text Line
Text with a trained crisis counselor when calling feels like too much. Text HOME to 741741.
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential support for veterans, service members and their families. Dial 988, then press 1.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Safety planning and support by phone, text or chat for anyone affected by abuse.
Substance use help
Washington Recovery Help Line
Free, confidential support for substance use, including treatment information and referrals across Washington. Texting 9am–9pm.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free national treatment referral and information service, in English and Spanish.
FindTreatment.gov
Federal search tool for licensed treatment programs, including medication for opioid use disorder.
King County Tele-Buprenorphine Line
A free phone visit to start buprenorphine for opioid withdrawal, for anyone 13 or older in King County.
Overdose prevention
Washington Naloxone Finder
Department of Health map of free naloxone sources across Washington, searchable by county.
Free naloxone by mail
People's Harm Reduction Alliance mails free naloxone within Washington and offers naloxone training.
Washington Poison Center
Expert advice on poisonings and overdoses from specialists, any time.
Peer & mutual support
Alcoholics Anonymous
Find in-person and online AA meetings near you.
Narcotics Anonymous
Twelve-step meetings for people recovering from drug addiction.
SMART Recovery
Science-based, secular mutual support meetings, in person and online.
Recovery Café
A community space and support network for people in recovery.
Peer Seattle
Free peer-led support groups and community programs.
NAMI Seattle
Free peer-led mental health support groups and education.
For families
Al-Anon Family Groups
Support for family and friends of people with drinking problems.
Nar-Anon Family Groups
Support for family and friends affected by someone else's drug use.
NAMI Washington
Family education programs and support for people affected by mental illness.
Health coverage & benefits
Washington Apple Health
Apply for or renew Washington's free or low-cost health coverage (Medicaid).
Washington Healthplanfinder
Compare and enroll in health insurance plans, with financial help for those who qualify.
Washington Connection
Apply online for food, cash and other state benefits.
Housing
Oxford House
Self-run, substance-free recovery homes, with a vacancy search.
King County Regional Homelessness Authority
Coordinates shelter and housing services across King County.
Seattle Housing Authority
Public housing and rental assistance programs in Seattle.
Reentry, legal & work
Washington DOC Reentry
Department of Corrections information on reentry programs and support after release.
Civil Survival
Reentry guides and advocacy led by people directly affected by the justice system.
CLEAR Legal Aid Line
Free civil legal help for people with low incomes, through Northwest Justice Project.
WorkSource Washington
Job search help, workshops and training connections across the state.
Pioneer Human Services
Reentry, housing and employment programs for people with criminal histories.
FareStart
Free job training in food service, with job placement support.
Getting around & everyday needs
Washington 211
Connects you to local help with food, housing, utilities and more. Dial 2-1-1.
King County Metro
Bus routes, trip planning and reduced-fare options.
Hopelink
Transportation help, food and other services in King and Snohomish counties.
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Know what to do
If you think someone is overdosing.
Signs of an opioid overdose include not waking up or responding, slow or stopped breathing, gurgling or snoring sounds, and blue or gray lips and fingertips. Act fast.
- Try to wake themShout their name and rub your knuckles firmly on the middle of their chest.
- Call 911Say someone isn't breathing or won't wake up, and give the address.
- Give naloxoneSpray it into one nostril. If there's no response in 2–3 minutes, give another dose.
- Support breathingIf you're trained, give rescue breaths. Otherwise follow the 911 dispatcher's instructions.
- Stay with themLay them on their side in the recovery position and stay until help arrives.
Washington's Good Samaritan law
Washington law offers protection from drug possession charges for a person who seeks medical help for an overdose, and for the person overdosing. Don't let fear stop you from calling 911.
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