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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.
12 Resources
1. Nebraska DHHS – Substance Abuse — Free
Division of Behavioral Health at the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services oversees statewide substance use prevention, treatment funding, and recovery support. The Centennial Mall South office in Lincoln handles policy and provider relations weekdays. Fathers seeking treatment should call the SAMHSA helpline or their regional behavioral health authority for direct referrals; this state office sets standards and funds providers.
402-471-8553 · 301 Centennial Mall S, Lincoln, NE 68509 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
2. SAMHSA Helpline – Nebraska — Free
Free, confidential 24/7 national helpline run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration that connects Nebraska fathers to local substance use and mental health treatment, including Medicaid-funded and sliding-scale providers. Callers can ask about detox, outpatient, residential programs, and support groups. English and Spanish services available; no insurance or identifying information required to receive a referral.
800-662-4357 · 24/7 · Visit Website
3. CenterPointe – Lincoln — Paid
Comprehensive addiction and behavioral health provider in Lincoln offering detox, residential treatment, outpatient therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and dual-diagnosis care for mental illness combined with substance use. The South 13th Street campus accepts intake calls weekdays. Insurance, Medicaid, and sliding-scale payment options are available. Call to request screening and bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication list to intake.
402-475-5161 · 1000 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
4. CHI Health – Addiction Services Omaha — Paid
CHI Health's Omaha hospitals offer substance use evaluation, detox, and outpatient addiction services integrated with psychiatric and primary care. Fathers can call during weekday business hours to request intake screening and verify insurance coverage. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and any records from prior treatment. Inpatient detox may be available through affiliated hospitals depending on medical need and bed availability.
402-398-5566 · Omaha, NE 68124 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
5. Valley Hope – O'Neill — Paid
Residential substance use treatment center in north central Nebraska providing inpatient detox, residential rehabilitation, outpatient services, and continuing care. The O'Neill campus on Highway 20 accepts admissions 24/7. Insurance and private pay accepted; call for intake screening, cost estimates, and bed availability. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and a small bag of personal items if admitted. Family programming is available.
402-336-3747 · 1421 E Hwy 20, O'Neill, NE 68763 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website
6. AA Meetings – Nebraska — Free
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held across Nebraska cities and towns daily, offering free peer support for fathers working on sobriety from alcohol. Use the AA meeting finder website to locate in-person and online meetings near your community, including open meetings visitors can attend, and closed meetings for people who self-identify as alcoholics. No dues or fees required; anonymity is protected at every meeting by tradition.
Varies by meeting · Visit Website
7. Region 6 – Substance Abuse Services — Paid
Regional behavioral health authority covering Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Washington, and Dodge counties, coordinating publicly-funded addiction treatment through contracted providers. Fathers can call the South 132nd Street office during weekday business hours to get help finding detox, outpatient, or residential treatment and navigating Medicaid behavioral health benefits. Uninsured callers can ask about state-funded treatment slots where available.
402-444-6573 · 4715 S 132nd St, Omaha, NE 68137 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
8. South Central Behavioral – Addiction Kearney — Paid
Provides substance use evaluation, outpatient treatment, and recovery support for south central Nebraska from its Kearney office on 2nd Avenue. Fathers can call during weekday business hours to request intake screening. Medicaid, private insurance, and sliding-scale fees accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication list to your first appointment. Services can often be coordinated with mental health care for co-occurring conditions.
308-237-5951 · 4715 2nd Ave, Kearney, NE 68847 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
9. Panhandle Mental Health – Substance Abuse — Paid
Addiction treatment division of Panhandle Mental Health Center serving the Nebraska panhandle, offering outpatient substance use therapy, assessment, and integrated mental health care. The Scottsbluff office on Avenue D accepts intake calls during weekday business hours. Medicaid, private insurance, and sliding-scale fees accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and any prior treatment records to your first appointment.
308-635-3171 · 4110 Ave D, Scottsbluff, NE 69361 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
10. Community Alliance – Recovery Services — Paid
Omaha psychiatric rehabilitation nonprofit integrating addiction recovery programming, peer support, and supportive services with its mental health offerings at the Leavenworth Street campus. Fathers in recovery with co-occurring conditions can call during weekday business hours to request screening. Medicaid and sliding-scale fees accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and any prior treatment records to speed intake on your first visit.
402-341-5128 · 4001 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68105 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
11. NA Meetings – Nebraska — Free
Narcotics Anonymous meetings are held regularly across Nebraska communities, offering free peer support for fathers in recovery from drug or narcotic addiction. Use the NA meeting search website to find in-person and online meetings nearby, including open meetings where family and friends may attend. No dues or fees are required to participate; anonymity is preserved at every meeting by NA tradition, making it easier to attend without fear.
Varies by meeting · Visit Website
12. Bryan Health – Addiction Medicine Lincoln — Paid
Lincoln hospital system offering addiction medicine services including medication-assisted treatment, outpatient counseling, and integrated primary care for adults managing substance use disorders. The South 48th Street campus accepts intake during weekday business hours. Insurance, Medicaid, and sliding-scale pay options may apply. Fathers should bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and records from any prior treatment to their first visit.
402-481-5781 · 1600 S 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68506 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website