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Below are resources for both professionals and community members on substance abuse, mental health, community corrections, and welfare-to-work. Community resources are also provided to assist residents in the service area.
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Substance Abuse
Mental Health
Community Corrections
Welfare-to-work
AddictionAction.org
AddictionAction.org is a grassroots partnership to help communities
mobilize around it, bringing the hope of treatment and long-term
recovery to individuals and families affected by addiction to
alcohol and drugs.
www.addictionaction.org
The ADDICTION Project
A multi-media campaign, The ADDICTION Project is produced by HBO in
partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the National
Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute on Alcohol
Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).
www.hbo.com/addiction
The Addiction Resource Guide
Links for general information, eating disorders,
problem/compulsive gambling disorders, government resources,
self-help resources, and state mental health departments:
www.addictionresourceguide.com/resources.html
Addiction Treatment Forum
An educational site focusing on addiction issues,
especially opiate addiction and treatment:
www.atforum.com
American Council on Alcoholism
This organization is dedicated to educating the public
about the effects of alcohol, alcoholism and treatment:
www.aca-usa.org
Center for Chemical Addiction Treatment (CCAT)
CCAT offers a variety of programs for chemical addiction, such as
Medically Monitored Detoxification; Pre-Treatment; Short-Term
Residential; Older Adults Seeking Independence in Sobriety (OASIS);
Continuing Care; Family Programs; and Opiate Recovery Program.
www.ccatsober.org
Coalition for a Drug Free Greater Cincinnati
(513) 751-8000
The Coalition for a Drug-Free Greater Cincinnati promotes drug free
environments for youth by enhancing partnerships to educate,
advocate and support locally-based, community mobilization.
www.drugfreecincinnati.org
Close To Home Online
Web companion to PBS television program MOYERS ON
ADDICTION: CLOSE TO HOME:
www.wnet.org/closetohome
Do It Now Foundation
Publisher of prevention literature:
www.doitnow.org
Dual Diagnosis Website
Mental Illness, Drug Addiction and Alcoholism, MIDAA(R),
MICA
http://users.erols.com/ksciacca
Focus Adolescent Services
Internet Clearinghouse of resources, support and
information:
www.focusas.com
Institute of Alcohol Studies
Information on alcohol and the social and health
consequences of its misuse:
www.ias.org.uk
Join Together Online
National resource center and meeting place for
communities working to reduce substance abuse and gun violence:
www.jointogether.org
Mental Health Matters
Directory of mental health resources:
www.mentalhealthmatters.org
Methadone Anonymous
Website that answers questions about methadone and has
Methadone Anonymous support:
www.methadonesupport.org
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
www.madd.org
National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at
Columbia University (CASA)
Information on the cost of substance abuse throughout
society and its impact on lives:
www.casacolumbia.org
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Inc.
(NCADD)
Provides education, information, help and hope in the
fight against substance abuse:
www.ncadd.org
National Council on Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity
Dedicated to promoting public and professional
recognition, awareness and understanding of sexual addiction, sexual
compulsivity, and sexual offending:
www.ncsac.org
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition (NIPC)
A resource for parents, educators and professionals on
inhalant abuse:
www.inhalants.org
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
NIDA's mission is to lead the Nation in bringing the power of
science to bear on drug abuse and addiction.
www.nida.nih.gov
Partnership for a Drug-Free America
Provides information on where to find treatment, resources
on how to talk to your kids about drugs and more:
www.intervenenow.org
Psychology Matters
A part of the American Psychological Association,
psychologymatters.org is a web-based collection of psychological
research that demonstrates the application and value of
psychological science in our everyday lives:
psychologymatters.apa.org
Recovery Health Access Center (RHAC)
(513) 281-RHAC
A 24-hour-a-day resource for anyone in Hamilton County in need of
information or services related to alcohol and/or drug use.
www.alcoholismcouncil.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA)
SAMSHA has sharply focused its mission on building
resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for
mental or substance use disorders:
www.samhsa.gov
StrugglingTeens.com
Woodbury Reports Inc. presents resources for parents
and professionals trying to help at-risk teenagers:
www.strugglingteens.com
Teen Drug Abuse
Educational site about why teens begin using, what they
are using, and how those drugs are affecting teens physically,
socially, and mentally:
www.teendrugabuse.us
Web of Addictions
Provides accurate information about alcohol and other
drug addictions and resources for anyone needing factual information
about abused drugs:
www.well.com/user/woa
281-CARE/ (513) 281-2273
This 24-hour suicide and crisis hotline service provides
prevention, assessment, and educational programming to individuals
of any age. Staff members can assist with stress management,
relationship conflicts and coping with a loss. Services are free,
confidential, and TTY-accessible.
Adult Mobile Crisis
(513) 584-8577
The Mobile Crisis Team is a mobile service that can intervene in
crisis situations anywhere in Hamilton County.
Consumer Warmline
(513) 931-WARM
This call-in service is for existing consumers who need supportive
services, but not on an emergency basis. Support is offered for
low-level crisis, assistance with daily living and peer support.
Dual Diagnosis Support Group
This on-line support group is a comfort zone where people help
people, share experiences and knowledge.
www.mdjunction.com/dual-diagnosis
Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
(513) 946-8600
Formally the Hamilton County Community Mental Health Board and
Hamilton County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, the goal
is to develop and manage a system of quality mental health and
alcohol and drug addition services in Hamilton County.
Mental Health Access Point (MHAP)
(513) 558-8888
MHAP is a centralized access point for services throughout the
system. MHAP screens for service needs and refers consumers to the
appropriate provider(s) for service.
www.centralclinic.org/divisions/mhap.htm
Mental Health Association (NMHA)
NMHA is the country’s leading nonprofit dedicated to
helping all people live mentally healthier lives.
www.nmha.org
Mental Health Works!
Mental Health Works, Inc. is a non-profit advocacy
organization promoting support for quality mental health services in
Hamilton County.
www.mentalhealthworks.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental
illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life of all whose
lives are affected by these diseases.
www.nami.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
A part of the National Institute of Health, NIMH works to
reduce the burden of mental illness and behavioral disorders through
research on mind, brain, and behavior:
www.nimh.nih.gov
Network of Care
The Network of Care for Behavioral/Mental Health is an online
community resource that integrates a variety of information sources
to create a one-stop web site:
www.ohio.networkofcare.org
The Ohio Council of Behavioral Healthcare Providers
(614) 228-0747
The Ohio Council of Behavioral Healthcare Providers is a private,
not-for-profit, trade association representing provider
organizations throughout Ohio which provide behavioral health care
services to their communities:
www.ohiocouncil-bhp.org
Psych Central
This online resource lists articles on symptoms,
treatments, FAQ, etc.
http://psychcentral.com/
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA)
Through the Department of Health and Human Services, SAMHSA has
focused its mission on building resilience and facilitating recovery
for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disorders.
www.samhsa.gov
Talbert House Health-E News
A free monthly e-newsletter brought to you by Talbert
House, which is customized to your likes and interests. Choose from
topics from diet and exercise, Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention
Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Men’s Health, Women’s
Health, and others.
Health-E News
Youth Mobile Crisis
(513) 558-8888
The Mobile Crisis Team is a mobile service that can intervene in
crisis situations anywhere in Hamilton County.
Drug Court Publication: Resource Guide
This PDF containing information on drug courts, family
courts, and legal issues, etc. To view this document, you must have
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
www.ndci.org/admin/docs/resource.pdf
Learn About Reentry
From the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice
Programs, this website presents an overview of the issue of reentry
as well as the Serious and Violent Offender Reentry Initiative.
www.reentry.gov/learn.html
National Center for State Courts–Corrections and Parole
Resource Guide
List of research articles, organizations, and topics,
including rehabilitation and reentry.
www.ncsconline.org/WC/Education/ParoleGuide.htm
National Center for State Courts–Resource Guide
List of resources dealing with a variety of topics,
including evaluation, history, and research.
www.ncsconline.org/wc/Education/DrugCtGuide.htm
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
You Drink, You Drive, You Lose definitions are
given along with information on prosecution, adjudication, and
treatment. A resource guide is also available.
www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/outreach/safesobr/ydydyl/resource/sect3_4.html
National Institute of Corrections
Provides resources for corrections agencies for
training, technical assistance, information services, and program
development assistance.
www.nicic.org
Ohio Community Corrections Association (OCCA)
(614) 252-8417
OCCA is a professional organization that advocates for and assists
community corrections providers to function more effectively.
http://occaonline.org
Reentry: Frequently Asked Questions
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs.
www.reentry.gov/faq.html
ACF OPRE: Meta-Analysis of Welfare-to-Work Programs
OPRE is a unit within the Administration for Youth and
Families (ACF) which focuses on social service research programs.
www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/welfare_employ/meta_analysis/index.html
National Evaluation of Welfare-to-Work Strategies
Impacts of a Mandatory Welfare-to-Work Program on
Children at School Entry—What Works Best for Whom: Impacts of 20
Welfare-to-Work Programs by Subgroup.
http://aspe.hhs.gov/hsp/newws/index.htm
OPM Welfare-to-Work
The Office of Personnel Management Welfare to Work web
page provides guidance and general information on welfare-to-work.
www.opm.gov/wtw/index.htm
Welfare to Work Program Plan
Gives an overview of the welfare-to-work program.
www.usdoj.gov/jmd/ps/wtw.htm
The Urban Institute
Complete listing of UI publications related to
welfare-to-work programs.
www.urban.org/welfare/work.cfm
281-CARE/ (513) 281-2273
This 24-hour suicide and crisis hotline service provides
prevention, assessment, and educational programming to individuals
of any age. Staff members can assist with stress management,
relationship conflicts and coping with a loss. Services are free,
confidential, and TTY-accessible. www.talberthouse.org
Adult Mobile Crisis
(513) 584-8577
The Mobile Crisis Team is a mobile service that can intervene in
crisis situations anywhere in Hamilton County.
Beech Acres Parenting Center
(513) 231-6630
Offers parents guidance and support by providing information and
services tailored to meet parents needs, culture and interests.
Direct services and online resources are available, and some costs
are included.
www.beechacres.org
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati
(513) 421-8909
Serves boys and girls ages six-18 by engaging youth in activities
with adults, peers, and family members that enable boys and girls to
enhance self-esteem and develop to full potential.
www.bgcgc.org
Butler County Park District
www.butlercountymetroparks.org
Cincinnati Area Senior Services
(513) 721-4330
Provides support services and resources for seniors age 60 and over
(i.e. senior centers, adult day service centers, and adult
protective services).
Community Action Network Directory
A searchable online database of organizations and programs
improving Hamilton County, Ohio
www.hamilton-co.org/hcrpc/canDirectory.asp
Consumer Warmline
(513) 931-WARM
This call-in service is for existing consumers who need supportive
services, but not on an emergency basis. Support is offered for
low-level crisis, assistance with daily living and peer support.
Cincinnati Park Board
(513) 352-4080
www.cincinnati-oh.gov/parks
Cincinnati Recreation Commission
(513) 352-4000
Provides recreational, cultural, leisure and educational for all
people in Cincinnati neighborhoods.
www.cincinnati-oh.gov/crc/pages/-4993-/
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
(513) 281-4700
www.cincyzoo.org
Clermont County Park District
www.co.clermont.oh.us/parks/
Covering Kids and Families
(513) 241-9400
Works with families to enroll in low-cost or free health coverage
programs ( Southwestern Ohio) National website:
www.coveringkidsandfamilies.org
FreestoreFoodbank
(513) 241-1064
Assists the homeless, unemployed, the working poor and families in
crisis with housing services, food, training, advocacy and
referrals.
www.freestorefoodbank.org
Hamilton County Family & Children First Council
(513) 946-4990
The focus of the Family and Children First Council is to plan for
building a better service delivery system for families and children.
It has placed emphasis on improving coordination between the social
service systems, combing resources, eliminating duplication and
facilitating collaboration.
http://www.hamilton-co.org/hcfcfc/
Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
(513) 946-8600
Formally the Hamilton County Community Mental Health Board and
Hamilton County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, the goal
is to develop and manage a system of quality mental health and drug
and alcohol addiction services in Hamilton County.
Hamilton County Park District
(513) 521-7275
www.hamiltoncountyparks.org
Lane Public Libraries
(513) 894-7158
Library services for Hamilton, Oxford and Fairfield areas.
www.lanepl.org
Mental Health Access Point (MHAP)
(513) 558-8888
MHAP is a centralized access point for services throughout Hamilton
County. MHAP screens for service needs and refers consumers to the
appropriate provider(s) for service. Operates 24 hours-a-day to
answer calls and connect clients to appropriate services.
www.centralclinic.org
PROSCAN Pink Ribbon Center
(513) 241-1282
Mammogram screenings for low-income or uninsured women.
www.proscan.com
The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
(513) 369-6900
www.cincinnatilibrary.org
SmartMoney Community Services
(513) 241-7266
This organization provides affordable financial services and
economic education to underserved individuals in Over-the-Rhine and
other Cincinnati communities.
www.smart-money.org
Southwest Ohio Region Workforce Investment Board
(513) 731-9800
Working to create and develop a comprehensive workforce development
system that engages the entire community towards ever-increasing
levels of self-sufficiency.
www.superjobs.com
Special Needs Resource Directory
The Special Needs Resource Directory, available on the Cincinnati
Children's Hospital Medical Center web site, is a comprehensive
online reference with links to local, regional and national
resources for parents, caregivers and health care providers.
www.cincinnatichildrens.org/special-needs
Warren County Park District
www.co.warren.oh.us/parks/
YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
(513) 651-2100
www.cincinnatiymca.org
Youth Mobile Crisis
(513) 558-8888
The Mobile Crisis Team is a mobile service that can intervene in
crisis situations anywhere in Hamilton County.
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