COSA-NCADD’s mission is to reduce the incidence and prevalence of the disease of alcoholism, other drug addiction diseases, and related problems. They are mainly an educational platform, but also have links to addiction treatment resources.
Local support groups for the families and friends of alcoholics.
http://www.al-anon-alateen-dcmd.org/index.php
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere.
https://www.aa.org/ (international); https://aa-dc.org/ (D.C.)
Hope line for information and referral. The website includes opportunities to help reduce stigma and raise awareness of alcoholism. While NCADD-Maryland is not a treatment provider, they can assist in locating resources.
https://www.ncaddmaryland.org/
SAMHSA’s helpline is a confidential, free, 24/7/365 information service in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
