{"id":8581,"date":"2023-09-05T16:10:54","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T20:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/?page_id=8581"},"modified":"2026-03-09T13:57:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T17:57:18","slug":"substances","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/substances\/","title":{"rendered":"Substance Use"},"content":{"rendered":"

Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Support<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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If you are in need of immediate substance use treatment,<\/strong> call TELUS Health at 844-584-1027, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n

The Counseling Center is here for students with questions about their own or others’ substance use. Whether you\u2019re just starting to think about your habits, ready to make a change, or looking to build on the progress you\u2019ve already made, we\u2019re here to support you along the way!<\/span> Learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below are some helpful treatment and recovery support options.\u00a0 You may also request an appointment with our Care Manager<\/a> for help connecting with these or other services. We can also find links to a number of Substance Use Apps on our Apps Page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On Campus Support<\/h1>\n\n

Considering Change: Rethinking Substance Use Group<\/strong><\/a>
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<\/a> and Arielle Sherman, LICSW<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alcohol and Other Drug Education<\/a> <\/b>
Whether you\u2019re 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\u2013all in an individualized, supportive, and judgment-free space.
Health Services\/Potter Building<\/em>
401.874.5521<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URI Community First Responder Program (CFRP)<\/strong>
Morrill Hall, Suite 219
Free Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, safer smoking kits and safer snorting kits are available to URI students, faculty & staff.  
<\/em>Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nicotine Cessation Services<\/strong><\/a>
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to quit nicotine successfully! You don\u2019t have to do it alone, we are here to help you quit!
Health Services\/Potter Building
<\/span><\/em>urihealthpromotion@uri.edu<\/a><\/span>
<\/span><\/em>401.874.5954 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wellness Vending Machine<\/i><\/b><\/a> 
<\/span>Risk Reduction items include:
<\/span>Naloxone 4mgs – 10 cents
<\/span>Fentanyl Test Strip Kit – 10 cents
<\/span>RAM card use only
<\/span>24 hour room of the library<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Young People\u2019s AA Meeting
<\/b>St. Augustine\u2019s Church – The Episcopal Center at URI
15 Lower College Rd<\/em>
Fridays 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

Peer-Based Recovery<\/h1>\n\n

Al-Anon \/ Alateen<\/a>
<\/strong>401.781.0044
For family and friends<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alcoholics Anonymous<\/a>
<\/strong>401.438.8860<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local meeting: Young People\u2019s AA Meeting
<\/strong>St. Augustine\u2019s Church \u2013 The Episcopal Center at URI
15 Lower College Rd<\/em>
Fridays 7:00 PM \u2013 8:00 PM<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gamblers Anonymous<\/a>
<\/strong>800.426.1234
24 Hour helpline and online chat<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marijuana Anonymous<\/a>
<\/strong>800.766.6779<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Narcotics Anonymous<\/a>
<\/strong>401.461.1110<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SMART Recovery<\/a><\/strong>
440.951.5357
Self-Management and Recovery Training<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

Off Campus \/ Online <\/h1>\n\n

Addictions.com<\/strong><\/a>
Online information and help finding treatment centers<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BHLink<\/strong><\/a>
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.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problem Gambling Services<\/strong><\/a>
2347 Post Road, Suite 203
Warwick, RI 02886
401.499.2472
877.GAMBLE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project Weber\/ RENEW<\/strong><\/a>
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org<\/a>
Project Weber\/ RENEW<\/strong><\/a>
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org<\/a>
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!<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start Your Recovery<\/strong><\/a>
Offers people who are dealing with substance use issues a single source of information about signs, symptoms, conditions, treatment options, and resources<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

Safer Use Supplies<\/h1>\n\n

URI Wellness Vending Machine<\/strong><\/a>
24 hour room of the Carothers Library<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risk Reduction items include:
Naloxone 4mgs – 10 cents
Fentanyl Test Strip Kit – 10 cents
RAM card use only<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URI Community First Responder Program (CFRP)<\/strong>
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.  
<\/em>Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AIDS Care Ocean State & 24 Hour Vending Machine<\/strong><\/a>
(401) 781-0665
557 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02907
Mon \u2013 Fri, 10am to 1pm
Risk Reduction Vending Machine is accessible 24\/7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project Weber\/ RENEW<\/strong><\/a>
401.383.4888
info@weberrenew.org<\/a>
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!<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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