North Shore Cares

Substance Use Resources

Wisconsin Addition Recovery Helpline

Never Use Alone

(800) 484-3731

If you are going to use by yourself, call Never Use Alone. You will be asked your first name, location, and the number you are calling from. An operator will stay on the line with you while you use. If you stop responding after using, the operator will notify emergency services of an “unresponsive person” at your location.

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Alcohol Use

In Wisconsin, excessive alcohol consumption, which includes binge drinking, heavy drinking, underage drinking, and drinking during pregnancy is a serious public health concern. If you or a person you know is struggling with excessive alcohol consumption, here are some helpful resources:

Access to Naloxone

The North Shore Health Department offers FREE, short training sessions on how to use Naloxone and fentanyl/xylazine test strips, along with a free box of Naloxone and test strips for businesses, community members, and residents.

To sign up for Naloxone Training, call Tanya, one of NSHD’s Public Health Strategist, to talk about training and schedule a time. (414) 371-2985

Where to get FREE Naloxone

  • North Shore Health Department- Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 5901 N. Milwaukee River Parkway, Glendale, WI 53209

  • NSHD Harm Reduction Vending Machine in Brown Deer Village Hall Lobby- Open Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm at 4800 W. Green Brook Dr., Brown Deer, WI 53223

  • Various Milwaukee County Harm Reduction Vending Machines:

Other Resources

  • CDC - Opioids & Drug Overdose Prevention

  • Are you or someone you know struggling with opioids? Recovery is possible. Visit Wisconsin DHS Opioid Prevention & Healthy Living website for opioid harm reduction resources

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSA): Call 1-(800)-622-4357 to find providers in Wisconsin to help with substance use

    • Or click here to visit SAMHSA website to find alcohol, drug, and mental health treatment facilities and programs around the country, including providers to address behavioral health issues before times of crisis