If you are in need of immediate substance use treatment, call TELUS Health at 844-584-1027, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.
The Counseling Center is here for students with questions about their own or others’ substance use. Whether you’re just starting to think about your habits, ready to make a change, or looking to build on the progress you’ve already made, we’re here to support you along the way! Learn more.
Below are some helpful treatment and recovery support options. You may also request an appointment with our Care Manager for help connecting with these or other services.
On Campus Support
Considering Change: Rethinking Substance Use Group
A drop-in group for students who want support as they rethink the way they use substances. The group includes the support of Substance Use/Misuse specialists Catherine Calise, LICSW and Arielle Sherman, LICSW.
Alcohol and Other Drug Education
Whether you’re looking to develop a healthier pattern of use, want to take a break, learn more about harm reduction, join a recovery group, or have something else in mind, we provide a variety of programs, services, and resources–all in an individualized, supportive, and judgment-free space.
Health Services/Potter Building
401.874.5521
URI Community First Responder Program (CFRP)
Morrill Hall, Suite 219
Free Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, safer smoking kits and safer snorting kits are available to URI students, faculty & staff.
Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Nicotine Cessation Services
Learn more about how to quit using nicotine including vaping, cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, zyns and more. Meet with a Tobacco Treatment Specialist for individual counseling. Receive free nicotine replacement therapy as part of counseling.
Learn how to quit nicotine successfully! You don’t have to do it alone, we are here to help you quit!
Health Services/Potter Building
urihealthpromotion@uri.edu
401.874.5954
Wellness Vending Machine
Risk Reduction items include:
Naloxone 4mgs – 10 cents
Fentanyl Test Strip Kit – 10 cents
RAM card use only
24 hour room of the library
Young People’s AA Meeting
St. Augustine’s Church – The Episcopal Center at URI
15 Lower College Rd
Fridays 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Peer-Based Recovery
Al-Anon / Alateen
401.781.0044
For family and friends
Alcoholics Anonymous
401.438.8860
Local meeting: Young People’s AA Meeting
St. Augustine’s Church – The Episcopal Center at URI
15 Lower College Rd
Fridays 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Gamblers Anonymous
800.426.1234
24 Hour helpline and online chat
Marijuana Anonymous
800.766.6779
Narcotics Anonymous
401.461.1110
SMART Recovery
440.951.5357
Self-Management and Recovery Training
Off Campus / Online
Addictions.com
Online information and help finding treatment centers.
BHLink
401.414.LINK(5465)
24-Hour/7-Day Triage Center located at:
975 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI
Whether it is a crisis involving mental health, substance misuse, relapse and recovery, loss of family or friends, depression, or other behavioral health issues, the compassionate staff at BH Link are there to help. They offer both walk-in services and a 24/7 helpline.
Problem Gambling Services
2347 Post Road, Suite 203
Warwick, RI 02886
401.499.2472
877.GAMBLE
Project Weber/ RENEW
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org
Project Weber/ RENEW
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org
Offers individuals in Rhode Island free syringe exchange, fentanyl test strips, safer injection and safer smoking kits, peer-led recovery support, Narcan/naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses, safer sex supplies, and more. Visit a drop-in center to pick up supplies and talk with them!
Start Your Recovery
Offers people who are dealing with substance use issues a single source of information about signs, symptoms, conditions, treatment options, and resources.
Safer Use Supplies
URI Wellness Vending Machine
24 hour room of the Carothers Library
Risk Reduction items include:
Naloxone 4mgs – 10 cents
Fentanyl Test Strip Kit – 10 cents
RAM card use only
URI Community First Responder Program (CFRP)
Morrill Hall, Suite 219, Kingston campus
Free Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, safer smoking kits and safer snorting kits are available to URI students, faculty & staff.
Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
AIDS Care Ocean State & 24 Hour Vending Machine
(401) 781-0665
557 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02907
Mon – Fri, 10am to 1pm
Risk Reduction Vending Machine is accessible 24/7
Open for drop-in services for naloxone, needle exchange, safe sex packets, fentanyl test strip kits, and HIV/Hepatitis C testing. There is also free, statewide delivery services available
Project Weber/ RENEW
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org
Offers individuals in Rhode Island free syringe exchange, fentanyl test strips, safer injection and safer smoking kits, peer-led recovery support, Narcan/naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses, safer sex supplies, and more. Visit a drop-in center to pick up supplies and talk with them!