Colorado Alcohol Addiction Hotline
Colorado has seen a significant amount of alcohol consumption, with rates similar to the national average. Factors such as social norms, cultural influences, and availability contribute to alcohol use in the state.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), which encompasses a range of alcohol-related problems from mild to severe, has been a concern in Colorado. The prevalence of AUD in the state was on par with the national average.
Colorado has taken measures to combat drunk driving, but it has still faced challenges related to alcohol-related traffic accidents and fatalities. Efforts to reduce impaired driving have included strict DUI laws, public awareness campaigns, and increased law enforcement.
Binge drinking, defined as consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period, has been a concern in Colorado. This behavior can lead to various health and safety issues.
Colorado, like many states, has worked to address the issue of underage drinking. Efforts to reduce underage alcohol use have included enforcing minimum legal drinking age laws and implementing educational programs.
Colorado has various treatment and support services available to help individuals struggling with alcohol abuse. These include counseling, rehabilitation centers, and support groups.
Colorado Alcohol Prevention Resources
Colorado Government Addiction Substance Use
Colorado Government Addiction Substance Use Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) are offered by many employers in an effort to support the wellbeing of employees and the workplace. EAPs typically provide short-term counseling, referrals and alcohol treatment resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
211 Colorado Partnered with Colorado Department of Human Services
211 Colorado is partnering with the Colorado Department of Human Services’ Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) to bring alcohol and other substance abuse benefits, behavioral health benefits access and resource navigation across the state. Coloradans who have lost employment can dial 211 to determine behavioral health benefits and find mental health and/or substance use treatment in their community, as well as connect to other social services, such as food, housing and financial assistance.
Area 10 Fellowship Colorado Alcoholics Anonymous
Area 10 and the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous in Colorado welcomes you. For shared information from the Colorado Alcoholics Anonymous General Service Office on how groups and members, please visit your local central office website for updated information about A.A. meetings in all formats. If you think you might have a drinking problem, and you need to get to a meeting, follow this link to find help near you…there is a solution!
Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators
The Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators (CADE) has supported college and university prevention efforts across the state. Each year, CADE Project Staff select six institutions of higher education from across the state to implement a project focusing on educational dissemination/ programming, environmental management/ policy change, or screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment.
National Alcohol Addiction Hotline
When you call the National Alcohol Addiction Hotline hotline, you can expect a supportive and confidential conversation. We’re here to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide guidance on various alcohol treatment options, including counseling, detoxification programs, rehabilitation centers, and support groups. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed decisions about your health and well-being. Call today (888) 260-0553