Northwest Substance Use Services

09/05/2025

is a great time to prioritize care, connection, and healing. ❤️‍🩹Need help getting started? Go to ➡️ samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope

09/03/2025

National Recovery Month is observed every September to promote and support evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery possible.

If you or someone you know needs help on the road to recovery, reach out to Northwest Substance Use Services at 205-487-2124.

09/01/2025

Wishing you a happy, relaxing, and safe Labor Day!

08/31/2025

International Overdose Awareness Day spreads the message about the tragedy of drug overdose death and that drug overdose is preventable.

Learn More: https://www.overdoseday.com/

08/27/2025

There are several myths about the life-saving drug Narcan, which is an opioid antagonist medication used to reverse an opioid overdose.

Narcan, also known by its generic name naloxone, is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medication that is used to reverse an opioid overdose. It works by temporarily binding to opioid receptors that block the effects of other opioids, such as he**in, fentanyl, and oxycodone.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a study finding that nearly 27,000 lives have been saved by Narcan kits.

This article lists some of the most common myths associated with Narcan.

Read about the common myths and facts regarding the opioid overdose reversal drug Narcan as well as effective opioid addiction treatments.

08/25/2025

This week is —a time to remember lives lost to overdose, raise awareness, and act. Learn more about preventing and ending overdose and find resources to help those affected: samhsa.gov/end-overdose

08/22/2025

Recovery is a journey, not a destination.

It requires courage, patience, and a willingness to face life's challenges head-on. But with the right support and resources, it's possible to overcome even the toughest obstacles and emerge stronger than ever before. At Northwest, we're here to help you every step of the way.

Whether you're just starting out or have been on the road to recovery for a while, know that you're not alone. Keep going, keep growing, and keep believing in yourself.

08/21/2025

Today is National Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day.

At Northwest Substance Use Services, our team is here to support individuals and families impacted by fentanyl and other opioids.

Recovery is possible. Prevention is powerful. 💙

08/19/2025

Substance use disorder is a chronic condition that causes people to repeatedly seek and use drugs, even when it leads to serious harm.

The good news: treatment works, and . Learn more about substance use disorders and how to get help:

Prevention stops problems (such as substance use or misuse) before they start. Prevention promotes health, wellness, and well-being.

08/14/2025

Many recovery accomplishments included getting a new job, completing a college degree, or volunteering in the community. As a result, accruing such achievements is attributed to improvements in quality of life and well-being over time.

When you start your recovery journey, things that were either lost or postponed amongst active substance use not only seem possible, but they are achievable.

Read more:

Most individuals achieve an increasing number of achievements with time since AOD problem resolution, and these are associated with gains in measures of well-being that may support ongoing AOD problem remission, and recovery. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved).

08/12/2025

When loved ones deal with substance use disorders, we all play a crucial role in helping them.

This graphic from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) details some steps you can take to do so.

08/08/2025

Here’s to a safe, healthy, and successful school year for students, teachers, staff, and families!