{"id":84176,"date":"2019-02-06T10:03:13","date_gmt":"2019-02-06T16:03:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.helplinecenter.org\/?page_id=84176"},"modified":"2020-08-04T12:16:18","modified_gmt":"2020-08-04T17:16:18","slug":"options-in-substance-use-crisis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hlc.thinkcaliber.com\/es\/2-1-1-community-resources\/helpsheets\/options-in-substance-use-crisis\/","title":{"rendered":"Options in Substance Use Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"

When someone is struggling with substance use, there can come a time when their use creates life stressors that are overwhelming. When that happens, there are some options for help:<\/span><\/p>

Options to consider<\/u><\/strong><\/p>

  1. Call 9-1-1<\/span>
    <\/strong>If the person is presenting an immediate risk of danger to themselves or others, call 911. You may also call 911 to request a wellness check if you are unsure of their current safety.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>
    1. Call the South Dakota Resource Hotline at 1-800-920-4343
      <\/strong>The South Dakota Resource Hotline is part of South Dakota\u2019s statewide targeted response to the substance use in South Dakota. The hotline provides a place where individuals are able to reach out for information on treatment resources and support.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>
      1. Call the Helpline Center by dialing 1-800-273-8255 (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline<\/strong>)<\/span>
        The Lifeline is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. People may call for themselves or for a loved one who is struggling. Trained crisis workers are available to talk, assess the level of risk, and develop a plan to help keep the person safe.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>
        1. Go to an addictions counselor for an assessment
          <\/strong>An assessment is performed by an addictions counselor to assess a person\u2019s safety and determine the appropriate level of treatment for that person. An assessment can be completed at any community based substance use disorder treatment facility. Based upon the assessment, a clinician may recommend that the person be admitted to an inpatient, outpatient, residential, or detoxification treatment facility.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>
          1. Initiate involuntary commitment (IVC)
            <\/strong>If a loved one is experiencing substance use-related crisis and is refusing treatment, it may be appropriate to file a petition for involuntary commitment. This process is typically initiated through your local law enforcement or the clerk of courts. Steps for this process are located here<\/a>, or call 211 for a referral to the appropriate entity.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>

            For more information on what to do in a substance use crisis, call 211 or search our online database:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>