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 Oregon

17 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 Oregon

Oregon circuit courts handle family law in each of its 27 judicial districts. The Division of Child Support operates under the Department of Justice. Portland, Salem, Eugene, Gresham, and Hillsboro are the largest metros. Legal Aid Services of Oregon is the primary LSC-funded civil legal aid organization statewide.

17 Resources

1. Oregon Health Authority – Addiction Services — Free

State agency that funds, licenses, and oversees publicly funded substance use prevention and treatment services across Oregon's 36 counties. Call 503-945-5763 during weekday business hours or visit oregon.gov/oha/hsd/amh for treatment directories and Oregon Health Plan information. The agency does not provide direct treatment but helps residents find licensed programs. Callers share their county and the type of substance use help they are seeking.

503-945-5763 · 500 Summer St NE, Salem, OR 97301 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. De Paul Treatment Centers — Paid

Portland-based nonprofit offering residential and outpatient substance use treatment for adolescents and adults, including medically supervised withdrawal and detox services. Call 503-535-1151 any time for admissions or visit depaultreatmentcenters.org to learn about levels of care. Oregon Health Plan and commercial insurance are accepted; sliding-scale options may be available. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications to admission.

503-535-1151 · 1820 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website

3. SAMHSA Helpline – Oregon — Free

Free, confidential 24/7 national helpline operated by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Callers in Oregon can reach trained information specialists for referrals to local treatment programs, support groups, and community-based organizations. Call 800-662-4357 any time or visit samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline. Services are free and anonymous; callers share their zip code and the type of help they are looking for.

800-662-4357 · 24/7 · Visit Website

4. Lines for Life – Alcohol & Drug Helpline — Free

Portland-based nonprofit operating Oregon's 24/7 Alcohol & Drug Helpline, plus specialized lines for youth, veterans, and suicide prevention. Call 800-923-4357 at any time for crisis support, treatment referrals, and resources. Visit linesforlife.org for other service lines. Services are free and confidential. Callers can remain anonymous; sharing your county and a brief description of what is happening helps counselors connect you to the right local program.

800-923-4357 · 5100 SW Macadam Ave #400, Portland, OR 97239 · 24/7 · Visit Website

5. Willamette Family Inc. – Eugene — Paid

Lane County nonprofit offering residential and outpatient substance use treatment for adults and family-centered programs that allow women to have their children with them during treatment. Call 541-762-1800 during weekday business hours to start intake. Oregon Health Plan and commercial insurance are accepted; sliding-scale options may be available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications to admission.

541-762-1800 · 687 Cheshire Ave, Eugene, OR 97402 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Coda Inc. – Portland — Paid

Portland nonprofit providing outpatient substance use treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and recovery support for adults. Call 503-232-4896 during weekday business hours or visit codainc.org to schedule an assessment. Oregon Health Plan and most commercial insurance are accepted; sliding-scale options may be available. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications and treatment history to the intake appointment.

503-232-4896 · 1027 NE Couch St, Portland, OR 97232 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. OnTrack Rogue Valley — Paid

Southern Oregon nonprofit providing residential and outpatient substance use treatment and recovery support services for adults and youth, with programs serving Jackson and Josephine Counties. Call 541-779-1282 during weekday business hours or visit ontrackroguevalley.org to start intake. Oregon Health Plan and some commercial insurance are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and information about current medications and treatment history.

541-779-1282 · 115 W Miner St, Yreka, CA 96097 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. AA Meetings – Oregon — Free

Alcoholics Anonymous offers free peer-led recovery meetings throughout Oregon at churches, community centers, and online. Meetings run at various times daily across all 36 counties. Find meeting schedules at aa.org/find-aa. Attendance is free and does not require registration, ID, or payment. Newcomers are welcomed at open meetings; the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. In-person and virtual formats are widely available.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

9. Bridges to Change – Portland — Paid

Portland-area nonprofit providing recovery housing, peer mentorship, and re-entry support for people leaving incarceration or completing substance use treatment. Call 503-680-0727 during weekday business hours or visit bridgestochange.com to inquire about openings. Many programs are funded through Oregon Health Plan or partner agencies. Applicants typically provide photo ID, case information if involved with corrections or treatment, and treatment history.

503-680-0727 · 1515 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. Serenity Lane – Eugene — Paid

Oregon nonprofit offering inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment programs including detox, residential care, and intensive outpatient services, with the main campus in Eugene. Call 541-687-1110 any time to begin admissions or visit serenitylane.org to learn more. Most commercial insurance and some Oregon Health Plan coverage are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications and treatment history to admission.

541-687-1110 · 616 E 16th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website

11. Adapt – Southern Oregon — Paid

Southern Oregon nonprofit offering substance use treatment, mental health services, and primary care through clinics in the Roseburg area and surrounding Douglas County. Call 541-672-2691 during weekday business hours or visit adaptoregon.org for intake information. Oregon Health Plan and some commercial insurance are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications and prior treatment providers to the intake appointment.

541-672-2691 · 232 SE Rose St, Roseburg, OR 97470 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. BestCare Treatment Services – Redmond — Paid

Central Oregon nonprofit offering substance use and mental health treatment including outpatient services, medication-assisted treatment, and residential care. The Redmond office serves Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson County residents. Call 541-548-2272 during weekday business hours to start an intake. Oregon Health Plan and some commercial insurance are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications to the first appointment.

541-548-2272 · 1937 NE 8th St, Redmond, OR 97756 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

13. NA Meetings – Oregon — Free

Narcotics Anonymous hosts free peer-led recovery meetings across Oregon at churches, community centers, and online, supporting people recovering from all forms of substance addiction. Find meeting schedules at na.org/meetingsearch. Attendance is free and does not require registration, ID, or payment. Newcomers are welcomed at open meetings; the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using drugs. In-person and virtual formats run daily.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

14. Volunteers of America Oregon – Recovery — Paid

Portland-based nonprofit operating residential substance use treatment and recovery support programs for men, including transitional housing and re-entry services. Call 503-235-8655 any time for admissions or visit voaor.org for details. Oregon Health Plan and partner agency funding are commonly accepted. Applicants typically provide photo ID, insurance information, treatment or probation paperwork if applicable, and a list of current medications at admission.

503-235-8655 · 3910 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website

15. Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare – Addiction — Paid

Cascadia's addiction services in Portland offer outpatient substance use treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and integrated mental health care for adults in the metro area. Call 503-674-7777 during weekday business hours to schedule an intake assessment. Oregon Health Plan and most commercial insurance are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications and prior treatment providers to the first appointment.

503-674-7777 · 847 NE 19th Ave #100, Portland, OR 97232 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

16. Jackson County Addictions – Oregon — Paid

Jackson County Health & Human Services provides county-funded substance use treatment services for Medford-area residents, including outpatient counseling and coordinated care for Oregon Health Plan members. Call 541-774-8201 during weekday business hours or visit jacksoncountyor.org/hhs for program details. Bring photo ID, Oregon Health Plan or insurance card, and a list of current medications and treatment history to your intake appointment.

541-774-8201 · 140 S Holly St, Medford, OR 97501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

17. Rimrock Trails Treatment Services – Prineville — Paid

Central Oregon nonprofit offering residential and outpatient substance use treatment for adolescents and adults, with the main campus in Prineville serving Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties. Call 541-447-4950 any time for admissions or visit rimrocktrails.org for program details. Oregon Health Plan and some commercial insurance are accepted. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications and treatment history to admission.

541-447-4950 · 1333 NW 9th St, Prineville, OR 97754 · 24/7 residential · 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.