Crisis and Emergency Resources
If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis: call 911 for a medical emergency. Call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7 in multiple languages). Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential treatment referrals. Call LA County SAPC at 1-800-854-7771 for county substance use treatment services. Text HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.
How to Get Naloxone (Narcan) in Los Angeles
Naloxone is available in Los Angeles County through multiple channels. CalRx Naloxone is available over-the-counter at participating pharmacies for $19 per twin-pack — no prescription needed (calrx.ca.gov/naloxone/). Free naloxone is available through the LA County Overdose Prevention program at laodprevention.org/naloxone. The California Naloxone Distribution Project (NDP) provides free naloxone to community organizations, law enforcement, schools, and harm reduction programs. California AB 635 allows laypersons to obtain and distribute naloxone under a standing order.
Substance Use Treatment Locators
SAMHSA Treatment Locator: findtreatment.gov (1-800-662-4357). California treatment locator: findaddictiontreatment.dhcs.ca.gov. LA County SAPC Service and Bed Availability Tool (SBAT): find publicly supported treatment in LA County. For placement into private inpatient treatment, call Beacon of Hope directly at (213) 516-2542.
Harm Reduction Services in LA County
ByLAforLA.org is LA County's community-powered platform connecting residents to harm reduction resources. LA County supports harm reduction organizations countywide offering naloxone distribution, syringe access, fentanyl test strips, and wound care. The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND) program trains residents to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses.
When you're ready, we're here 24/7. Call (213) 516-2542.
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