Treatment services for alcohol, tobacco and other drugs are provided through a variety of programs and a tobacco dependence helpline.

Treatment for Tobacco Dependence

Thinking about quitting tobacco? Call 1-800-Try-To-STOP (1-800-879-8678) for a free, confidential and personalized treatment plan and to learn about your local resources. You can stop. We can help.

Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment

The Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Services Section supports community, non-profit, treatment programs for individuals who abuse or are addicted to alcohol and/or other drugs.  Both residential, intensive outpatient and outpatient services are offered.  Services are available on a sliding fee scale, based on one's ability to pay. Following is a brief description of services, but please see the  Resource Guide for a complete listing.

Outpatient/Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services:

These programs serve individuals whose alcohol and drug use affects their daily living and causes family issues, irregular employment, arrest, etc. In many cases, an individual's outpatient counselor provides the first step towards comprehensive treatment. Services are offered on a sliding fee scale, based on ability to pay for services.

Residential Programs:

• Clinically Managed Residential Detoxification and Sobriety Maintenance Services

Clinically managed residential detoxification services are designed for individuals who are experiencing intoxication from alcohol and/or drugs but are not experiencing a medical emergency. Admission is voluntary.

Sobriety maintenance programs provide short-term residential services for alcoholics and substance abusers. Services include individual group counseling, educational sessions and introduction to self-help groups and provide a safe and supportive environment until appropriate treatment becomes available. They are typically offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Clinically Managed Low Intensity Residential Treatment Services

Also known as transitional living (halfway house) is often the bridge between treatment and independent, sober living.  Applicants must have recently completed a residential treatment program and/or experienced a specified period of sobriety.  Residents work in the community and pay a portion of their earnings toward expenses.

• Clinically Managed Medium Intensity Residential Treatment Services

Also known as Residential Post-Detoxification Programs are designed to assist individuals who have been substance free for a minimum of 72 hours. Admission is on a voluntary basis. The length of stay averages 28-30 days.

 

• Clinically Managed High Intensity Residential Treatment Services

These programs are designed for individuals with severe substance abuse problems. People referred to a high intensity program are generally experiencing serious problems functioning in the community. Admission is voluntary. The length of stay varies from three months to a year, depending on the needs of the individual.

Private Treatment Facilities:

There are several private treatment facilities/opiate treatment programs (methadone) and sober housing programs available in New Hampshire, not supported by public funding.  Their fees vary widely.  Many accept insurance or other third party payments.