Recovery for People Experiencing Homelessness
Recovery is possible without money, insurance, or a home. Programs like SAMHSA, Housing First, and state-funded treatment centers exist specifically for people experiencing homelessness, and most are free.
How Are Homelessness and Addiction Connected?
- Addiction can cause homelessness
- Homelessness can worsen addiction
- The cycle reinforces itself
- Both need to be addressed together
What Do You Need First?
- Safety
- Shelter
- Food
- Medical care
- Then treatment
What Resources Are Available?
Emergency:
- 211 (local resources)
- Shelters
- Warming centers
- Food banks
Treatment:
- State-funded programs (free)
- SAMHSA grants
- VA (if veteran)
- Salvation Army
Housing:
- Housing First programs
- Transitional housing
- Oxford Houses
- HUD programs
How Do You Access Help?
Start with a phone call. These lines are free and available 24/7.
- Call 211
- SAMHSA helpline (1-800-662-4357)
- Go to ER
- Community health centers
- Outreach workers
What Should You Do Right Now?
- Call 211. They connect you to local resources.
- SAMHSA helpline. Free treatment referrals.
- Find a shelter. Immediate safety.
- Ask about state-funded treatment. It's free.
- Ask about Housing First programs. They exist in most areas.
Help is available. You don't need money to start recovery.
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