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In Vein Magazine shares honest stories about addiction, recovery, grief, and mental health. If you're struggling right now, these resources offer immediate support, treatment information, and pathways to care.
Immediate danger
Call 911
For a suspected overdose or any immediate physical danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
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Local care and connection
Plaquemines Parish
Substance use & behavioral health
Plaquemines Community C.A.R.E. Centers
Parish-based substance use, behavioral health, counseling, advocacy, and resource referral services for individuals and families.
115 Keating Drive, Belle Chasse, LA 7003724-hour local crisis line
Metropolitan Human Services District
Crisis help and addiction recovery services for Plaquemines, Orleans, and St. Bernard Parish residents. Appointments: 504-568-3130.
Emergency medical care
Plaquemines Medical Center
Emergency and routine medical care in Port Sulphur, staffed 24 hours a day. Belle Chasse urgent care: 504-226-2550.
27136 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083Public health services
Plaquemines Parish Health Department
Local Louisiana Department of Health office for parish public health services and guidance.
3706 Main Street, Belle Chasse, LA 7003702
Statewide treatment and referral
Louisiana resources
Local resource navigation
Louisiana 211
Call 211 or text OPIOID to 898-211 for confidential help finding treatment, recovery, prevention, and support resources near you. Available 24/7.
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Available across the United States
National resources
Mental health crisis support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support from a trained crisis counselor, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Treatment information
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use disorders, available 24/7 in English and Spanish.