Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across Rhode Island offering free peer support for fathers and other adults working toward recovery from alcohol use. The online directory lists in-person and virtual meeting times, locations, and formats statewide, including men's groups and open meetings where family members are welcome. No registration is needed. Arrive a few minutes early; bring nothing but yourself and an open mind.
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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island Family Court is a statewide system handling all divorce, custody, paternity, and child support cases. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Providence, Warwick, Cranston, and Pawtucket are the largest cities. Rhode Island Legal Services is the statewide LSC-funded civil legal aid program.
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SAMHSA Helpline – RI — Free 24/7 federal helpline offering confidential referrals to substance use disorder treatment providers in Rhode Island, including detox, o
BH Link – Crisis & Referral — 24/7 walk-in behavioral health and substance use triage center on Waterman Avenue in East Providence for Rhode Island adults in crisis. Clin
CODAC Behavioral Healthcare — Comprehensive addiction treatment across Rhode Island including medication-assisted treatment, outpatient counseling, and peer recovery supp
Discovery House – Warwick — Substance use disorder treatment for Kent County fathers and other Rhode Island adults at Discovery House's Warwick location, including medi
Anchor Recovery Community Center — Peer recovery support for Rhode Island fathers and family members in or seeking recovery, located on Roosevelt Avenue in Pawtucket. Certifie
SSTAR – Fall River (serves RI) — Comprehensive addiction treatment including 24/7 detox, medication-assisted treatment, and outpatient care at SSTAR on Stanley Street in Fal
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.