Drug Overdoses on the Rise
Nationally as well as locally, illicit drug overdoses
and deaths have increased and continue to rise.
Individuals that use these drugs, prescription drugs or over-the-counter drugs for purposes other than what is intended can seek help by contacting the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline at
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
In addition,
the
Grosse Pointe Farms Department of Public Safety has adopted the Hope Not Handcuffs program for those seeking help with drug or alcohol addiction. Links to Hope Not Handcuffs are attached at the bottom of this email.
What Is It?
Hope Not Handcuffs is an initiative Families Against Narcotics (FAN) launched in 2017. The program is a collaborative effort between FAN, law enforcement, and community organizations to find viable treatment options for individuals seeking help to reduce their dependence on prescription medication, alcohol, heroin, or other drugs. It is a solution.
How It Works
A person struggling with any substance use disorder can come to any of the participating police agencies or community partners and ask for help. They will be greeted with support, compassion, and respect. If accepted into the program*, the individual will be guided through a brief intake process to ensure proper treatment placement.
If a person is uninsured or has Medicaid, we will work directly with the local Office of Substance Abuse Services for placement. If a person has private insurance, we will provide them with treatment options covered by their plan. Regardless, our team (Hope Not Handcuffs) will work to get them into treatment as soon as possible. We have more than 600 volunteer Angels, and one of them will help with paperwork and provide compassionate support until a treatment option is found.
Families Against Narcotics | Hope Not Handcuffs
Families Against Narcotics| frequently asked questions
