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Kentucky Drug & Alcohol Help Lines

The admissions helpline at American Addiction Centers is a free resource that is available 24/7. Our team of skilled, compassionate admissions navigators are ready to take your call and answer any questions you have about addiction treatment.
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Helpline Information
If you or a loved one are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Lifelines for Urgent Support in Kentucky

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988

If you or someone you love is in suicidal or emotional crisis, calling 988 can help. There, free 24/7 confidential support is offered so that you or your loved one can find real-time crisis resources.

Crisis Text Line – Text “HOME” to 741741

The Crisis Text Line offers 24/7 text support. A trained Crisis Counselor is available to receive and respond to texts from a secure online platform.

Poison Control – 1-800-222-1222

This anonymous and free helpline is available 24/7 to give you guidance and resources if you believe you or someone you know is at risk of poisoning. If you suspect an overdose, call 911.

Addiction Help Hotlines in Kentucky

KY HELP Call Center – 1-8338-KY-HELP (1-833-859-4357)

The KY HELP Call Center is a toll-free helpline that offers individual, caring support and resources to residents of Kentucky and their families who are seeking help for a substance use disorder. The helpline is staffed Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST and Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

Northern Kentucky Helpline –­ (859)-415-9280

The Northern Kentucky Addiction Helpline is available for individuals, families, and partners in need of help for substance misuse and addiction. The helpline is answered 24/7 by trained care coordinators who can answer questions and assist in locating treatment services, harm reduction, and more.

Boys Town National Hotline – 1-800-448-3000           

The Boys Town National Hotline provides support and resources for at-risk children and families struggling with a myriad of issues such as substance use disorders, suicidal tendencies, and family issues. The hotline is available 24/7 and staffed with trained, compassionate counselors who are ready to help. Additionally, teens can get support by texting VOICE to 20121.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

The National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, offers a national hotline for individuals who are living with a mental health condition and who need support and guidance. The NAMI HelpLine is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST. Teens and young adults struggling with mental health conditions can text FRIEND to 62640 to get connected to peers with helpful resources.

National Clinician Consultation Center – (855) 300-3595

The National Clinician Consultation Center is available for consultation services for providers who have patients with substance use disorders. Providers can speak with physicians, nurses, and pharmacists who specialize in SUD. The national line is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.

National Drug Helpline – 1-844-289-0879

Developed to help answers questions related to substance use, the National Drug Helpline can connect you to a trusted advisor who can offer information and support. They are open 24/7 and calls are always free.

National Runaway Safeline – 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)

If you or someone you love has run away from home, the National Runaway Safeline can provide support and resources. This helpline can also be used by concerned adults (such as parents and caregivers) and individuals experiencing homelessness.

SAMHSA’s National Helpline ­– 1-800-662-HELP (4357)  

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. If you are experiencing mental and/or substance use disorders, you can call the National helpline for treatment referrals and information (offered in both English and Spanish).




FAQs About Kentucky Addiction Hotlines



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