Millions of Americans have a substance use disorder.
Treatment referral and information, 24/7.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline↗
988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress including a substance use crisis.
Emily’s Hope is offering a support group in Sioux Falls, SD for adults who have lost someone close to them to fentanyl poisoning or drug overdose.
Avera Addition Care Center and Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Unit ↗
Emily’s Hope treatment scholarships are offered through the Avera Addiction Care Center.
You’re not alone.
State/Local Hotlines
SOUTH DAKOTA OPIOID RESOURCE HOTLINE: 1-800-920-4343
AVERA ADDICTION CARE CENTER & AVERA ADOLESCENT ADDICTION CARE UNIT: 1-605-504-2222
Resource Library
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The information contained on this website is not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This website is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.*
SAFE Project Locator
Find support and treatment for you or your loved one
Search confidentially from the SAFE Project comprehensive list of substance use support and treatment resources.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Trying to locate appropriate treatment for a loved one, especially finding a program tailored to an individual’s particular needs, can be a difficult process. However, there are some resources to help with this process. For example, NIDA’s handbook Seeking Drug Abuse Treatment: Know What to Ask offers guidance in finding the right treatment program.
Avoid Opioid Prescription Addiction
Opioids are highly addictive narcotics commonly prescribed to treat pain. South Dakota opioid deaths have increased since 2012. While they may provide relief for those struggling with chronic pain, opioids should be used only as directed by a prescriber.
Avoid Opioid SD is a great resource to learn about opioids, the harmful side effects, and even find help.
Avoid Opioid
Care Coordination
Those struggling with addiction can feel isolated and hopeless. A Care Coordinator provides the support you or your family may be missing and helps develop a plan for recovery.
Care Coordination is a FREE, confidential service available for all South Dakotans. Call the Resource Hotline at 1-800-920-4343 and ask to speak with a Care Coordinator.
The Link
As a community triage center, The Link will be a safe place for people experiencing a non-violent behavioral health crisis or needing care for substance abuse disorders to access immediate treatment and referral to support services.
This facility is a collaboration of the City of Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, Avera Health and Sanford Health. It offers our community an innovative approach to address gaps in critical services for people living with mental health and substance abuse challenges.
Helpline Center
You are not alone. Every day, people turn to 211 for information and support – whether financial, family, health, or disaster-related. The call or text is free and confidential.
Click for Opioid Resource Guides for each community in South Dakota
Good Samaritan Laws
34-20A-110. Immunity from arrest or prosecution for reporting person in need of emergency medical assistance for drug-related overdose.
34-20A-111. Immunity from arrest or prosecution for reporting one’s own need for emergency medical assistance for drug-related overdose.
Syndicate 12
Syndicate 12 is a cutting-edge social platform designed to support individuals in recovery and their loved ones. Through Syndicate 12, users can create intimate groups of up to 12 people to form a strong support system. This online space has a wealth of resources, including days in recovery tracking, educational content, influencer engagement, group meeting spaces, health and recovery articles, and gamification with rewards.
Users can earn points on the platform for various positive actions such as signing up, reading articles, watching videos, taking surveys, creating popular posts, and creating groups. The group meeting spaces also allow users to participate in virtual support groups with video chat capabilities.
The gamification element of Syndicate 12 is designed to help users reestablish their dopamine reward system. Isolation is a common aspect of addiction, but Syndicate 12 is committed to creating meaningful connections within the community. Users can redeem points earned for positive behavior, such as days in recovery, for rewards donated by the local community, including coffee, care packages, meals, and other gifts.