Substance Abuse Programs in Putnam County, Florida

Seeking help for alcohol or drug addiction is the first step to recovery. Outpatient rehabilitation facilities, as well as family support groups, are available in Putnam County, Florida. Like many communities throughout the United States, Putnam County also has a local group made up of volunteer community members to help with substance abuse education and provide referrals to those struggling with an addiction.

Putnam County Anti-Drug Coalition

• The goal of the coalition is not only about education, but to help reduce substance abuse in the community. The coalition emphasizes family communication. The group also is available to talk with specific organizations, and can provide referrals to substance abuse services in the area for adults and youths.

  Putnam County Anti-Drug Coalition

  613 St. Johns Ave., Suite 210

  Palatka, FL 32177

  386-326-9502

  www.pcantidrugcoalition

Putnam Behavioral Healthcare

• Putnam Behavioral Healthcare specializes in outpatient alcohol and drug abuse treatment lasting 30 days or less and detoxifcation. Programs geared toward pregnant/postpartum women struggling with substance abuse also are available. Low-income clients may be eligible for payment assistance.

  Putnam Behavioral Healthcare

  330 Kay Larkin Drive

  Palatka, FL 32177

  386-329-3780

CDS Family and Behavioral Health Services, Inc.

• This program is funded by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and is targeted toward youths. Local agencies provide screening, referrals, assessment and counseling. Services also are geared toward family counseling when possible.

  Family and Behavioral Health Services, Inc.

  2919 Kennedy St.

  Palatka, FL 32177

  386-385-0405

  www.djj.state.fl.us

Al-Anon

• Al-Anon is geared toward family and friends of alcoholics. This support system entails meetings in which attendees share stories and provide support for one another. These are confidential meetings that take into account the 12-step program followed by recovering alcoholics. The meetings are weekly, and publications can be mailed upon request. Four weekly meetings are offered in Putnam County. Call 888-425-2666 for times and locations.