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 Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Louisiana is the only US state based on civil law (Napoleonic Code) rather than common law. Family matters are heard in district courts, with most parishes having dedicated family sections. The Department of Children and Family Services Child Support Enforcement Services handles enforcement. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette are the major cities. Southeast Louisiana Legal Services and Acadiana Legal Service Corporation provide civil legal aid.

14 Resources

1. Odyssey House Louisiana — Paid

Comprehensive addiction treatment including medical detox, residential, and outpatient programs for Louisiana fathers and adults. Serves Medicaid, insurance, and sliding fee clients. 24/7 admissions inquiry line at 504-821-9211. Main campus at 1125 N Tonti Street in New Orleans. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and any current medications. Useful primary provider across the care continuum in New Orleans.

504-821-9211 · 1125 N Tonti St, New Orleans, LA 70119 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Bridge House / Grace House — Free

Long-term residential recovery program for men at Bridge House and women at Grace House in New Orleans. Provides housing, counseling, job readiness, and 12-step based recovery programming at no cost to qualifying clients. Call 504-821-7135 or visit 4150 Earhart Boulevard 24/7 for admissions inquiry. Bring photo ID and medical/medication information. Useful for fathers needing extended residential treatment and structured recovery.

504-821-7135 · 4150 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70125 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

3. SAMHSA Helpline – Louisiana — Free

Free confidential 24/7 national helpline operated by SAMHSA providing substance abuse and mental health treatment referrals for Louisiana fathers. Trained specialists connect callers to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community organizations. Call 800-662-4357 any time. Multilingual and available to callers regardless of insurance or income. Useful first step when navigating addiction treatment options in Louisiana.

800-662-4357 · 24/7 · Visit Website

4. Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse – Baton Rouge — Paid

Substance abuse education, outpatient counseling, prevention, and early intervention services for Baton Rouge area fathers and families. Offers individual and group counseling on sliding fee scale. Call 225-927-8422 or visit 2554 S Sherwood Forest Boulevard weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid information, and income documentation for intake. Useful resource for fathers addressing early or moderate substance use concerns.

225-927-8422 · 2554 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

5. Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center — Paid

Residential addiction treatment in a structured recovery-focused environment serving Louisiana adults including fathers. Accepts insurance and private pay. 24/7 admissions line at 318-728-2970. Campus at 86 Palmetto Road in Rayville. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication information for admissions. Useful option for fathers seeking extended residential treatment away from home environment triggers for focused recovery work.

318-728-2970 · 86 Palmetto Rd, Rayville, LA 71269 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website

6. AA Meetings – Louisiana — Free

Alcoholics Anonymous fellowship meetings held daily across Louisiana parishes offering peer support and the 12-step recovery program free of charge. In-person and online meeting schedules available at aa.org/find-aa. Fathers can attend open meetings without pre-registration, photo ID, or insurance. Multiple meetings per day in most cities. Useful ongoing support alongside formal treatment or as a standalone recovery community.

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7. Celebrate Recovery Louisiana — Free

Faith-based 12-step recovery program held weekly at churches across Louisiana addressing addictions, hurts, and life-controlling problems. Open to fathers regardless of church affiliation. Meetings free and confidential; no intake paperwork required. Find local meetings at celebraterecovery.com. Useful complement to clinical treatment for fathers who want a Christ-centered peer recovery community alongside or after formal treatment programs.

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8. Narcotics Anonymous – Louisiana — Free

Narcotics Anonymous fellowship meetings held across Louisiana parishes offering peer support for fathers recovering from drug addiction through the 12-step program. In-person and online meetings listed at na.org. Attendance is free, anonymous, and requires no insurance, intake, or pre-registration. Useful ongoing support alongside formal addiction treatment or as a standalone recovery community for sustained sobriety and mutual aid.

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9. Cypress Point Recovery – Lake Charles — Paid

Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment serving fathers and adults in southwest Louisiana. Accepts insurance and private pay with 24/7 admissions line at 337-564-6550. Campus at 4025 Highway 90 E in Lake Charles. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication information for admissions intake. Useful option for fathers in the Calcasieu and Cameron parish region needing structured treatment close to home.

337-564-6550 · 4025 Hwy 90 E, Lake Charles, LA 70615 · 24/7 admissions

10. New Orleans Mission – Recovery Program — Free

Faith-based residential recovery program for men at the New Orleans Mission providing housing, meals, counseling, and spiritual guidance at no cost to participants. Call 504-523-2116 or visit 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard. 24/7 residential program with intake screening. Useful for homeless fathers or those needing a long-term structured recovery environment with wraparound services in the greater New Orleans area.

504-523-2116 · 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

11. Capital Area Human Services – Addictive Disorders — Paid

Outpatient substance abuse assessment and treatment for fathers and adults in the Baton Rouge area through the regional human services district. Accepts Medicaid and sliding fee. Call 225-925-1906 or visit 4615 Government Street weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid information, and any treatment records for intake. Useful public provider for fathers needing outpatient care without private-pay residential treatment costs.

225-925-1906 · 4615 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Acadiana Addiction Center – Lafayette — Paid

Medical detoxification and residential treatment for Louisiana adults including fathers at the Acadiana Addiction Center in Lafayette. Accepts insurance and private pay with 24/7 admissions at 337-989-8820. Campus at 207 Beaullieu Drive. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication information for admissions. Useful option for fathers in the Lafayette and Acadiana region needing medically supervised withdrawal and structured residential care.

337-989-8820 · 207 Beaullieu Dr, Lafayette, LA 70508 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website

13. Shreveport Treatment Center — Paid

Methadone maintenance and outpatient addiction treatment for opioid use disorder serving fathers and adults in the Shreveport area. Clinical dosing and counseling offered during early morning hours. Call 318-221-8502 or visit 2530 Linwood Avenue Mon-Sat 5am-12pm. Bring photo ID, insurance or self-pay information, and any treatment records. Useful resource for fathers seeking medication-assisted treatment close to home in northwest Louisiana.

318-221-8502 · 2530 Linwood Ave, Shreveport, LA 71103 · Mon-Sat 5am-12pm

14. Hope House of Acadiana – Lafayette — Free

Women and children residential recovery program in Lafayette offering structured treatment, housing, and family-centered care at no cost to qualifying clients. Call 337-232-7860 or visit 601 E Vine Street 24/7 for admissions inquiry. Useful referral resource for fathers whose partners or co-parents need residential recovery support; maintains child connection during the mother's treatment within the Acadiana regional recovery network.

337-232-7860 · 601 E Vine St, Lafayette, LA 70501 · 24/7 residential

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.