I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?

Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.

What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?

MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.

Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?

Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.

How long is treatment?

Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.

Substance Abuse in Connecticut

14 verified resources.

About Substance Abuse for Fathers

Substance abuse treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed treatment providers, nonprofit recovery programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery), hospital-based detox, methadone clinics, and sober living houses. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) provides free, confidential referrals to local treatment 24/7. Most states fund a network of publicly-supported treatment centers that accept uninsured and Medicaid clients; the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration maintains a national treatment locator at findtreatment.gov. Fathers dealing with substance issues during custody disputes often need documented treatment compliance — court-ordered programs exist for this specific purpose. Recovery support includes peer recovery specialists, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and drug courts. This directory pulls together the state's single state agency for SUD, treatment finders, mutual aid meetings, and MAT providers.

Substance Abuse in Connecticut

Connecticut's Superior Court handles family matters through regional Judicial Districts and Family Support Magistrate Division locations. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement under DSS. Major cities include Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, Bridgeport, and Waterbury. Connecticut Legal Services and Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut provide civil legal aid, and every courthouse has a court service center offering free forms assistance.

14 Resources

1. APT Foundation – New Haven — Paid

Comprehensive addiction treatment for New Haven-area fathers including methadone maintenance, buprenorphine, and outpatient counseling. Services cover opioid, alcohol, and other substance use disorders. Medicaid/HUSKY and most insurances accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Call during business hours for intake screening. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Multiple program locations across the greater New Haven area.

203-781-4600 · 1 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website

2. SAMHSA Helpline – Connecticut — Free

Free confidential 24/7 national referral service for Connecticut fathers seeking substance abuse and mental health treatment. Trained specialists provide referrals to local CT treatment programs, support groups, and community services. No insurance or documentation required to call. Multilingual support available. Helpful first stop for families with no treatment starting point; specialists also share information about financial assistance options.

800-662-4357 · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. Liberation Programs – Bridgeport — Paid

Addiction treatment and recovery programs for Fairfield County fathers and families including outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and residential programs. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Call during business hours to schedule intake. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves Bridgeport, Stamford, Norwalk, and surrounding Fairfield County communities with multiple program sites.

203-368-4747 · 28 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06604 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery — Free

Free peer recovery support, advocacy, and community-based recovery resources for Connecticut fathers in or seeking recovery. Services include peer coaching, recovery housing referrals, telephone recovery support, and advocacy training. No insurance or income requirement. Walk-in and scheduled appointments during business hours. Multiple recovery centers across the state serving Hartford, Willimantic, Bridgeport, and New Haven regions.

860-244-4300 · 198 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT 06114 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

5. McCall Foundation – Torrington — Paid

Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment for northwest Connecticut fathers and families. Services include detox, residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and aftercare. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Call 24/7 for residential intake; weekday scheduling for outpatient. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves Litchfield County and surrounding communities.

860-496-2100 · 58 High St, Torrington, CT 06790 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

6. AA Meetings – Connecticut — Free

Free Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across Connecticut for fathers in or seeking recovery from alcohol use disorder. Open and closed meetings available in all eight counties in-person, hybrid, and online formats. No insurance, fees, or ID required. Search the national AA meeting finder for current schedules by town and day. Confidential and anonymous; newcomers welcome at any open meeting statewide.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

7. Rushford Center – Addiction Treatment — Paid

Comprehensive addiction treatment for Meriden-area and central Connecticut fathers and families including residential detox, inpatient, outpatient, and methadone maintenance. Services also include co-occurring mental health treatment. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted. Call 24/7 for residential intake and weekday scheduling for outpatient. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records to intake.

877-577-3233 · 883 Paddock Ave, Meriden, CT 06450 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

8. Midwestern Connecticut Council on Alcoholism — Paid

Outpatient substance abuse treatment, prevention, and recovery services for Danbury-area fathers and families. Services include individual and group counseling, DUI programs, and prevention education. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Call during business hours to schedule intake. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves Danbury and surrounding western CT communities.

203-743-7741 · 5 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

9. InterCommunity – Addiction Services — Paid

Outpatient addiction treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and recovery services for East Hartford-area fathers and families. Services include individual and group counseling, buprenorphine, and co-occurring mental health care. Medicaid/HUSKY accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Evening hours available for working parents. Call during business hours to schedule intake. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records.

860-569-5900 · 281 Main St, East Hartford, CT 06118 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm

10. Narcotics Anonymous – Connecticut — Free

Free Narcotics Anonymous support meetings across Connecticut for fathers in or seeking recovery from drug addiction. Open and closed meetings available in all eight counties in-person, hybrid, and online formats. No insurance, fees, or ID required. Search the CTNA online meeting finder for schedules by town and day. Confidential and anonymous; newcomers welcome at any open meeting statewide anytime.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

11. Stonington Institute – North Stonington — Paid

Residential addiction treatment and medical detox facility serving eastern Connecticut fathers and families. Services include medically supervised detox, inpatient rehab, dual diagnosis care, and aftercare planning. Commercial insurance and Medicaid accepted; call 24/7 for admissions screening. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves New London County and the broader southeastern CT and Rhode Island region.

860-535-1010 · 75 Swantown Hill Rd, North Stonington, CT 06359 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

12. Advanced Behavioral Health – Rocky Hill — Paid

Behavioral health managed care and addiction treatment coordination for Connecticut fathers and families. Services include care coordination, clinical review, and connection to community-based treatment providers. Commercial insurance and state program contracts accepted. Call during business hours for program information and referrals. Based in Middletown with statewide service coordination for mental health and substance use treatment networks across CT.

860-263-4100 · 213 Court St, Middletown, CT 06457 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Root Center for Advanced Recovery – Bristol — Paid

Opioid treatment and addiction recovery services for central Connecticut fathers including methadone maintenance, buprenorphine, and counseling. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted. Early-morning dosing hours support working parents. Call during business hours to schedule intake. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves Bristol, New Britain, Plainville, and surrounding central CT communities.

860-261-6716 · 150 Main St, Bristol, CT 06010 · Mon-Fri 5:30am-1pm

14. BHcare – Substance Abuse Treatment — Paid

Outpatient addiction treatment and mental health services for greater New Haven shoreline fathers and families. Services include individual and group counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and co-occurring mental health care. Medicaid/HUSKY and commercial insurance accepted; sliding-scale fees available. Call during business hours to schedule intake. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, medication list, and prior treatment records. Serves Branford, Guilford, and surrounding shoreline towns.

203-736-2601 · 14 Sycamore Way, Branford, CT 06405 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

Substance Abuse — Common Questions

I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?: Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.
What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?: MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.
Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?: Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.
How long is treatment?: Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.