NCADD and our National Network of Affiliates provide an array of programs and services, including:

Information and Referral--NCADD provide unbiased, professional, objective information and referral support for individuals and family members faced with alcohol or drug problems ensuring that those in need have access to mutual aid/support groups and/or appropriate treatment services regardless of age, sex, race, religion, creed or socio-economic status..  For many people, NCADD is the first organization they think of to call for help.  In fact, last year alone, over 713,000 people called NCADD seeking help for themselves, a friend or a family member.

Prevention, Education and Training -- NCADD’s National Network of Affiliates provide community-based prevention, education and training programs, as well as local media awareness campaigns designed to meet community needs.

Community Awareness --Through presentations at schools, churches, youth centers, senior centers, civic and community organizations, we work to increase awareness and understanding of the disease and the potential for treatment and recovery.

Advocacy -- NCADD has been a strong advocate since its inception over 65 years ago.  We advocate for the rights of alcoholic and drug dependent persons and their families at the local, state and national levels of government.  Over the years NCADD has played a key role in advocating for warning labels, the 21 purchase age, drinking and driving, parity for alcoholism and addiction treatment and healthcare reform/access to alcohol and drug treatment.

Intervention, Treatment and Recovery Support--Depending on community need, some Affiliates provide intervention, as well as treatment services ranging from inpatient, outpatient, sober housing and recovery support.

If you or someone in your family needs help visit Get Help.  For general information visit Learn About Alcohol, or Learn About Drugs.

Within this section of the NCADD website, we offer valuable information about:

• Information and Referral -- NCADD provides unbiased, professional, objective information and referral support for individuals and family members through our National Network of Affiliates.
• Publications -- an overview of NCADD’s publications, books and resources available in the NCADD Bookstore.
• Hope, Help and Healing -- an overview of NCADD’s public education campaign focused on personal stories of recovery.
• National Intervention Network -- an introduction to NCADD’s resources in support of intervention services provided by NCADD Affiliates.
• NCADD Alcohol Awareness Month: April -- founded by NCADD more than 25 years ago, provides information and resources for Alcohol Awareness Month.
• NCADD Alcohol & Other Drug Related Birth Defects Awareness Week -- information about awareness week held each May.
• Recovery Month -- information about National Recovery Month, held in September, NCADD’s role and links.