Illinois Helpline

Our Helpline Specialists have been where you are. Let us help you find the next step that's right for your journey. Call us at 833-234-6343, text "HELP" to 833234, or chat with us at helplineil.org.

Some people try treatment more than once because the road to change isn’t always a straight line. Everyone's treatment path is different, and the Helpline can help you find where to start. Call us at 833-234-6343, text HELP to 833234, or visit helplineil.org/app/gethelp

The Helpline is here to help you and your loved one. Substance use disorder is a chronic disease that requires treatment, support, and new coping skills. Call IL Helpline at 833-234-6343 or text HELP to 833234 to get information and referrals tailored to you and your loved one.

Problem gambling can get in the way of work, school, and relationships. You can talk with a Problem Gambling Helpline Specialist anytime by calling 1 800-GAMBLER or texting GAMB to 833234. Visit e.helplineil.org/areyoureallywi… to learn more.

Aisha lost her oldest daughter to substance use and she’s turning her pain into purpose. See the wonderful work that Aisha is doing to honor her daughter’s memory and prevent this from happening to others. You are not alone. Watch Aisha's story here: youtu.be/f-SE2X2mV5U

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Problem Gambling Awareness month is a time to learn, listen, and talk openly about problem gambling and its impacts. Awareness helps ensure gambling related harm isn’t minimized or overlooked. #PGAM2026

The IL Helpline offers medication to IL residents seeking treatment for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. Medication-assisted recovery involves FDA-approved medications for treatment. Call 833.234.6343, text HELP to 833234, or visit e.helplineil.org/mar-now/ for more.

Black Balloon Day is March 6th! Join the IL Helpline at Alex Lopez Park Area 1400 Chicago Rd., Chicago Heights, IL from 4–6pm. We will be bringing the Traveling Memorial Wall, hosting activities, and offering free Naloxone training! #BlackBalloonDay #HelpIsHere #EndTheStigma

Any positive change, whether it’s carrying naloxone or testing drugs for safety, can help people stay healthy while using drugs. To learn more about the harm reduction services available to you, call us today at 833.234.6343, text HELP to 833234 or visit helplineil.org/app/staysafe

Different services help people at different points in their path to recovery. Even if you’ve relapsed in the past, your next treatment may set you on the path to long-term recovery. Call 833-234-6343 to talk with a Helpline Specialist about the treatment services best for you

Everyone’s path to recovery is different, for many, treatment is the first step. IL Helpline can help you anywhere along your path. Call 833-234-6343 to talk with a Helpline Specialist about treatment options or answer a few anonymous questions online: hub.helplineil.org/findhelp

To register for the IL Champions Program, please email aesquivel@hria.org with your name and the email subject "Champions 2025" Learn more about the Illinois Helpline Champions program and how you can get involved here: helplineil.org/app/champions_…

Everyone can play a role in stopping overdose. You can help by knowing what overdose looks like and being prepared to help. You can get naloxone (Narcan®) and learn how to use it to stop an overdose. Learn more about how you can stop an overdose at helplineil.org/app/stopoverdo…

Find substance use treatment, recovery, and harm reduction resources and services instantly. Use our easy, confidential online screening tool to search by category, location, insurance coverage, and more. Check it out at hub.helplineil.org/spa_result.

Harm reduction services help people stay safe, prevent and manage disease, and prevent a fatal overdose. They are legal services and available throughout the state of Illinois. Call IL Helpline at 833-234-6343 or text HELP to 833234 to get help finding resources

The IL Helpline offers medication to IL residents seeking treatment for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. Medication-assisted recovery involves FDA-approved medications for treatment. Call 833.234.6343, text HELP to 833234, or visit e.helplineil.org/mar-now/ for more

Any positive change, whether it’s carrying naloxone or testing drugs for safety, can help people stay healthy while using drugs. To learn more about the harm reduction services available to you, call us today at 833.234.6343, text HELP to 833234 or visit helplineil.org/app/staysafe

If you or someone you know is pregnant (or has recently delivered) and is living with OUD, connect them to the support and services they need. Call us today at 833-234-6343 or text HELP to 833234. Visit helplineil.org/app/pregnant-p… to learn more.

To register for the IL Champions Program, please email aesquivel@hria.org with your name and the email subject "Champions 2025" Learn more about the Illinois Helpline Champions program and how you can get involved here: helplineil.org/app/champions_…

Substance use disorder is a complicated disease. Some people with substance use disorder want help, and they might have tried treatment before. Other times, people are not ready to seek help immediately. Call IL Helpline at 833.234.6343 to get tailored information and referrals.

Reach out by calling 833-234-6343, texting ""HELP"" to 833234, or messaging us online at HelplineIL.org. A Helpline Specialist will assess your needs with simple questions, provide referrals to services, and follow up with you to provide support.