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Consumers/Families
ReachNJ is a helpline for New Jersey residents who are looking for help with a substance use disorder. Each call to ReachNJ is answered by a trained specialist 24/7/365 that provides callers with referrals to treatment, harm reduction, recovery supports or other supportive services. ReachNJ connects callers regardless of their insurance or ability to pay.
The New Jersey Substance Abuse Monitoring System (NJSAMS) Treatment Directory is a web-based, searched treatment directory of licensed substance use disorder treatment services in New Jersey.
Community Peer Recovery Centers (CPRC) provide peer support recovery services and activities to the community. Services include: Naloxone training and kits, peer recovery coaching, social and/or recreational activities, support groups, and much more.
Community Peer Recovery Centers by County.
Includes Address, Hours, Contact, and Links
Find your local County Alcohol and Drug Use Administrator and link to Department of Human Services | County Alcohol and Drug Use Directors & County Mental Health Administrators
StopOverdoses.nj.gov - In January 2023, NJ announced a nation-leading program providing naloxone anonymously and at no cost to anyone interested and 14 years or older at participating pharmacies across New Jersey.
This training video is for those who want to assist others experiencing an opioid overdose by providing emergency assistance to them and by giving them intranasal naloxone, the overdose antidote. After viewing the video and other information, individuals may ask their physicians/advance practice nurses about getting a prescription for naloxone (they can also be referred to this website for information about prescribing the drug and the intranasal applicator.
NOTE: The live training for overdose responders that is mentioned in this webinar is not yet available. Information about the live training will be posted on this site when it is announced shortly.
Overdose Responder Training
Overdose Responder Training: Emergency Response and Naloxone Use
(Viewing Options: YouTube)
Transcript for the Overdose Reponder Training: Emergency Response and Naloxone Use
Information for Prescribers
Information for Prescribers
365 Flyer for Participating Pharmacies: English / Spanish
Overdose Prevention Resources
DMHAS Contracted Opioid Overdose Prevention Agencies
DMHAS Opioid Overdose Recovery Program (OORP)
Community Naloxone / Narcan Trainings
Free Trainings are available in all 3 regions of the state, as noted below.
Northern Region
CARES - Virtual Narcan Training Monday 2/27/23
CARES Flyer
CARES - Community - Online Monday and Friday
CARES - Professional - Online & In-person Training
Hope One -Morris County
Central Region
JSAS Healthcare - Virtual Training Thursday 2/2 & 2/16 6pm
JSAS Healthcare - Virtual Training Wednesdays 3pm, No Training 2/8
JSAS Healthcare - Virtual Training Tuesdays 1pm
Southern Region
Urban Treatment Associates - Virtual Training Wednesdays & Thursdays
Other Community Based Naloxone Trainings
Rutgers / RWJ Medical School Opioid Overdose Prevention Network Trainings
Family Education Groups & Support Meetings
Family Support Meetings
Naloxone Fact Sheet
Naloxone Distribution Program
Naloxone365
Harm Reduction Centers (HRCs) serve to bridge gaps in services for individuals with a substance use disorder. These community-based programs offer a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals to access sterile injection equipment, naloxone, and education about preventing overdoses and safer drug use. HRCs are also places where people can safely discard used equipment to prevent the spread of blood-borne diseases like HIV and hepatitis C (HCV).
Atlas Addiction Treatment Locator is an easy-to-use dashboard for individuals with substance use disorders and their loved ones to search for and compare participating programs using criteria such as location, services offered, and insurance accepted and evidence-based principles of care in order to find the best treatment for their unique needs.
A Peer Recovery Specialist is someone with lived experience of recovery from a substance use disorder. They provide non-clinical, strengths-based support and walk alongside people on their recovery journey. Through shared understanding, respect, and empowerment, peer support workers help people become and stay engaged in the recovery process and reduce the likelihood of relapse.
NJPN’s Peer Recovery Support Training Program offers training for peer workers in DMHAS peer programs. Not all positions require formal certification, but there are two peer certifications supported by the NJ DMHAS for peer workers interested in NJ or National peer credential. Explore the peer web pages to learn more.
The NJ Family Support Center (FSC) Program provides support services to family members of individuals with a substance use disorder. Examples of the services available to families include: information about naloxone training, educating family members on navigating the treatment system, and direct one-on-one and group support. FSC Services offer virtual and in-person resources to families seeking services and support.
The NJ Connect for Recovery Call Line focuses on helping people who are experiencing distress related to the substance use disorder of a family member or friend. This service is a safe, confidential, nonjudgmental forum that New Jerseyans may call for emotional support, information and referral regarding their loved one’s substance use. The call line number is 855-652-3737.
American Society of Addiction Medicine Opioid Addiction Treatment - A Guide for Patients, Families and Friends
This booklet published by the American Society of Addiction Medicine provides information and facts concerning treatment for those seeking help and explains the needed steps to recovery. It contains a treatment overview and covers topics on withdrawal, medications to treat Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and outlines how the medications work, including pros and cons. It also contains information on Assessment and Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnant Women, how to respond to an opioid overdose and contains NJ toll-free numbers for recovery support.