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24 hours a day, seven days a week, volunteers at the Helpline help callers find the programs and services they need.

The Massachusetts Substance Abuse Information and Education Helpline is a project of The Medical Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to health promotion through education and research. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health funds the Helpline.

The Helpline is a Massachusetts resource providing free and confidential information and referral for alcohol and other drug abuse problems and related concerns. The Helpline is committed to linking consumers with comprehensive, accurate, and current information about treatment and prevention services throughout Massachusetts.

Information on over 1,000 programs can be accessed through the Helpline website or visitors may call the Helpline 24 hours a day, every day, to talk with a referral specialist. Helpline services are free and confidential.

Contact the Helpline at : 800-327-5050
TTY: 617-536-5872