Help for those suffering from Opioid Misuse:
If you or a love one is suffering from opioid misuse, Louisiana 211 can assist in locating resources and help near you.
- Dial 211 or Text 'OPIOID' to 898-211 to access resources available for those suffering from opioid misuse and those helping others struggling with opioid misuse.
When you text OPIOID to 898-211, you will begin a semi-automatic texting interaction with options to connect with a live crisis intervention specialist at VIA LINK,Inc./211.
This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week - anywhere in Louisiana.
Louisiana 211 works in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Public Health and Bureau of Community Preparedness to provide supports related to opioid misuse in Louisiana.
To view data related to how Louisiana citizens are utilizing 211 to access the help they need, click here.
