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Al-Anon/Alateen

For over 50 years, Al-Anon (which includes Alateen for younger members) has been offering hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics.

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Alcoholics Anonymous
Individuals share their experience, strength and hope with each other. The primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

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Alzheimer's Association
Seeks to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

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American Lung Association
Working to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through education programs, smoking control and prevention, and environmental advocacy.

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American Society of Addiction Medicine
Working to increase access to and improve the quality of addiction treatment. ASAM educates physicians, medical and osteopathic students, and the public as well as promotes research and prevention.

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Americans with Disabilities Act Document Center
ADA statute, regulations and federally reviewed tech sheets plus links to related sites.

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The Arc
The Arc of the United States advocates for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Striving to improve systems of supports and services; connect families; inspire communities and influence public policy.

 

Autism Society of America
Information and referral for families dealing with autism.

 

Child Welfare League of America
An association of 1,000 public and private nonprofit agencies that assist more than 3.5 million abused and neglected children and their families each year with a wide range of services.

 

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
The organization  impacts the management of depression and bipolar disorders by providing up-to-date, scientifically-based tools and information written in language the general public can understand.

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Faces and Voices of Recovery
A national campaign of individuals and organizations joining together to advocate for public action to deliver the power, possibility and proof of recovery.

 

Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network
Strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.

 

 

Make the Connection
Information and resources for PTSD for Veterans and their families.

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NAMI Ohio
Education, advocacy and support for persons with brain disorders (mental illnesses) and their families.

 

Nar-Anon Family Group
Nar-Anon Family Group is primarily for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction problem of a family member or friend.

 

Narcotics Anonymous
Provides a recovery process and support network inextricably linked together. Members share their successes and challenges in overcoming active addiction and living drug-free productive lives through the application of the principles contained within the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of NA.

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National Institute on Drug Abuse
Offers separate sections designed for researchers and health professionals; teachers and parents; and students.

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National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
The National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (NOFAS) is a non-profit organization  NOFAS increases public awareness and mobilizes grassroots action in diverse communities and represents the interests of persons with FASD and their caregivers as the liaison to researchers and policymakers.

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Office of National Drug Control Policy
Establishes policies, priorities, and objectives for the nation's drug control program. The goals of the program are to reduce illicit drug use, manufacturing, and trafficking, drug-related crime and violence.

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Ohio Domestic Violence Network

Local Shelters-Available 24 Hours

Athens County-My Sister's Place - 1-800-443-3402

Hocking County-My Sister's Place- 1-800-443-3402

Vinton County-My Sister's Place- 1-800-443-3402

Vinton County-A Shepherd's House-1-866-596-9271

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Ohio Here to Help

Resources for Ohioans

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Offers legislative information, mental health services, addiction treatment, prevention, statistics and data, workplace resources and policy issues.

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