Alabama Department of Mental Health

Alabama is boosting support for those affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities, & substance use through the ADMH Opioid Settlement Grant Program funded by Act 2023-384. This program aims to prevent, reduce, & treat opioid use. The second round of grants is now open.

Everyone can play a role in ***dePrevention. When you start a conversation with a loved one who may be struggling with thoughts of su***de, & when you offer support & model self-care, you are providing hope to those who may need it most.

NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH

“The Voices and Faces of Recovery”

Stephanie is celebrating 9+ years of recovery and serves as Executive Director for Best Life Recovery. Stephanie is a State Certified Peer Support Specialist (CRSS), Certified Peer and Family Support Specialist (CPSS) and recently received her Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification (CADC).

Best Life Recovery is a nonprofit sober living residence for women recovering from substance use disorder. Best Life is the only certified Alabama Alliance Recovery Residences (AARR) for women in Huntsville, AL.

Stephanie recovers out loud. She actively participates and networks in the community and collaborates with other organizations committed to helping people live their best life in recovery in North Alabama.

Stephanie is a graduate of the University of Alabama, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications, majoring in Advertising, and a double minor in Marketing and English. She is an accomplished photographer, and a lover of music and cats. Stephanie also has a photography studio in Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment in Huntsville.

“Photography is my passion. Helping women recover from substance use disorder is my purpose.”

Thank you Stephanie for making a huge difference in your community!

Be sure to check out her page for lots of fun reels. She certainly does recover outloud and inspires others to do the same!

NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH

“The Voices and Faces of Recovery”

“My name is Marbi and I am a person in long term recovery. January 16, 2016 I surrendered to a power greater than myself.

I was beaten into submission by my disease. I hated myself and everything that I had become as a result of my addiction. I had lost my children, I was unemployable, I had no car, no drivers license, no place to live. I was a liar and a thief because addiction is a beast and it robs you of who you truly are.

God stepped in on that January day for me in the form the of gift of desperation and saved my life. Today I am a trusted and dependable mother, daughter, sister, employee, friend and advocate for recovery.

I have the privilege of working in the substance use treatment field today for Bradford Health Services at Warrior. I never could have dreamed that my darkest days in life would lead me to my purpose on this earth; helping others like me find their own stories of recovery. Today I get to live a life beyond my wildest dreams.”

Marbi your passion for recovery is such an inspiration. You have a way of helping others find belief in themselves! Thank you.

The Connect App provides immediate access to tools and resources for substance use disorders, prevention, and mental health.

Su***de is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs of su***de and how to get help can save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about su***de.

It's National Su***de Prevention Week 9/8 - 9/14. If you or someone you know needs help, connect to hope. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor.

🤗Thank you, for a fun filled Friday! Kids in our North Region day treatment program got a personal tour of the fire house and learned more about all they do to keep our community safe. 👏🫶

The Alabama Department of Mental Health and the State of Alabama offer generous benefits and competitive salaries!

Searching for services and resources? ADMH offers a variety of services through its network of over 200 certified community mental health, substance use disorder prevention and treatment, and developmental disability providers.

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Provider Directory | Alabama Department of Mental Health In addition to our state-run facilities, ADMH provides an array of services through a network of over 200 certified community mental health, substance use disorder prevention and treatment, and develo...

A home is more than just a place. It’s our safety zone. During , surround yourself with people who accept you and help you feel safe and thrive. Learn about recovery supports at samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery.

Check out the latest edition of the Outlook Newsletter! Inside: Community College Students Podcast Series, FBSS Graduates Share their Thoughts, and 8th Annual SU Consumer Recovery Training.

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Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. You are not alone. Find support today.

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Provider Directory | Alabama Department of Mental Health In addition to our state-run facilities, ADMH provides an array of services through a network of over 200 certified community mental health, substance use disorder prevention and treatment, and develo...

People in recovery need a safe home environment. What does home mean to you? What else do you need to help you recover?

Check out Hillary's greatest gift from recovery. 💫 Her journey reminds us that healing brings incredible gifts, and we’re so proud of her growth! 🌱

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The Connect Alabama App has some exciting news!

Self-screeners for alcohol use, anxiety, depression, drug use, and ni****ne use have launched. The confidential, self-reported screeners are available for adolescents and adults.

In addition, our “Request to Connect” for providers has launched. Service providers are now able to submit a request to be included in the service provider directory within the app.

Visit the app today!

Apple App Store: http://ow.ly/Ii3t50KMvmP
Google Play: http://ow.ly/3vSP50KMvmT

If you or someone you love is pregnant or a parenting mother and is dealing with a substance use disorder, She Recovers offers resources and confidential support.

This program aims to help those in need of legal assistance.

A home is more than just a place. It’s our safety zone. During , surround yourself with people who accept you and help you feel safe and thrive.

Su***de is a significant public health problem that touches millions of people across America’s communities. Learn and understand su***de’s impact in your community and find resources to help prevent su***de: buff.ly/3EDOB2t

It only takes a moment to reach out to those you care about. Just by checking in on them from time to time, it can make a huge difference. Take the time to reach out to them.