Recovery Resources
Addiction is a chronic disease that can be managed with treatment and care. The Jefferson County Department of Health (JCDH) works closely with the Recovery Resource Center (RRC), a program of the Crisis Center, Inc., to assist those struggling with substance use and addiction. The RRC is a central resource hub helping clients start the recovery process by providing support services, education, and referrals to treatment. The RRC and many treatment providers use Certified Recovery Support Specialists, who are individuals in long-term recovery from substance use, to support recovery efforts.
You may find a link to the RRC website at the bottom of this page, as well as information about other resources in Jefferson County to assist you or a loved one on the path to recovery.
Know the Warning Signs
Every person is different, but keep an eye out for potential substance misuse signs.
- Mood changes
- Losing interest in usual activities
- Changes in behavior such as irritability and lethargy
- Differences in sleeping and eating habits
- Abrupt weight and skin changes
Click
here to learn more about spotting addiction.
How to Talk to Someone with Addiction
It can be difficult to approach the topic of addiction to begin the process of recovery. Know that addiction is chronic disease that changes the brain and alters decision-making.
- Use stigma-reducing language. Click here to sign a pledge to use neutral words and reduce the stigma of addiction.
- Create a safe environment and do not accuse them.
- Realize that change will not occur overnight. Accept that this is a process.
- Be supportive through ups and downs.
- Create a clear treatment plan and reach out to centers for support.
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here for a flyer on how to talk with your child about opioids.
First Steps
Are you looking for treatment and recovery options, but unsure on where to start? These main resources can help you find what you are looking for.
