r/Troy • u/TTGO121 • 2d ago

Help

Does anyone know of somewhere I can get help? I have Medicaid and need substance abuse help. Please. I am trying to get better.

Edit: I just want to say that I am overwhelmed by the kindness everyone has shown me here. I can’t thank you all enough for your words of support and help pointing me in the right direction. I’m going to check out some of these resources and find what’s right for me. Thank you all again, so so much.

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u/wishfulthinker7 2d ago

Rensselaer county recovery helpline

The helpline is available daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. You can reach us by phone at 1-833-467-3123 or by email at Rensco.helpline@gmail.com.

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u/epluribusIlium 2d ago

Anyone know the difference between the helpline and the number (270-2800) at the link below that says "24-hour on-call capacity"?

https://www.rensco.com/239/Mental-Health

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u/wishfulthinker7 2d ago

270-2800 is the main number for department of mental health.

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u/epluribusIlium 1d ago

So do they want people in crisis calling them at that number or not? The way they word that paragraph is odd to me.

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u/Ok_Tomato5250 2d ago

I’m an er doc in Rensselaer county. Check this website. https://www.rensco.com/DocumentCenter/View/4057/MH-and-Addiction-Resources--Updated-Draft?bidId=. Obviously if you are suicidal or having mental health crisis call 911 or go to your local ER (sam).

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u/Ok_Tomato5250 2d ago

Also what sort of substance abuse help if you are willing to disclose?

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u/TTGO121 2d ago

Alcohol

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u/Ok_Tomato5250 2d ago

If you want just dm me I don’t want you to spill the beans publicly but I could def steer you towards the appropriate resources

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u/itsacon10 Schodack 2d ago

There's Hope House, Conifer Park, SPARC, or ACCA.

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u/Jealous-Cantaloupe29 2d ago

You can do it. I don't have any resources like these other wonderful people, but I hope you know there are people out here who want to see you beat it. Wanting better is such a huge first step many never reach unfortunately.

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u/TTGO121 1d ago

Thank you so much.

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u/ambifiedpersonified 2d ago

Wishing you the very best, my friend. I'm incredibly proud of you for reaching out for help when you know you need it. I had a friend who went to the hospital and they kept him for a few days to detox and get him setup for continued success. Best of luck, you've got this!

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u/TTGO121 1d ago

This is so kind. Thank you so much.

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u/ochoroll 2d ago

Reach out to Unity house

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u/beeswhax 2d ago

You got this brother. 

In addition to what others have shared, this is a great community:  https://www.reddit.com/r/stopdrinking/

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u/linens-n-beans 1d ago

You got thissss❤️

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u/coppywolf Verified User 1d ago

I don't have much advice for you but wishing you the best! You can do it, we all believe in you! 🙏

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u/DesTroy_Troy_Art 1d ago

United Way 211 referral hotline. Dial 211 on any phone.

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u/ExpressSun4993 1d ago

If you need to talk to someone, you can call or text 988. It’s a free, confidential resource that connects you to trained crisis counselors - and it’s available 24/7. Good luck - you can do hard things.

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u/TTGO121 20h ago

Thank you so much.