RESOURCES

  • Call or text 988 for immediate emotional support and crisis intervention. 24/7 support for anyone in distress. 988lifeline.org

  • 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Confidential, free treatment referral and information service for individuals facing substance use or mental health concerns. samhsa.gov/find-help

  • The Steady Collective distributes Naloxone, and provides syringe exchange services, wound care and a range of other services in three locations around Asheville. https://www.thesteadycollective.org/

  • Harm reduction education and drug information tailored to festival and nightlife communities. dancesafe.org

  • 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678. Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people. thetrevorproject.org

  • Evidence-based information about substances, effects, and risks. erowid.org

  • Science-based mutual support meetings for addiction recovery, online and in-person. smartrecovery.org

  • Confidential emotional support for people in the music industry. musicmindsmatter.org

As a mental health clinician, Rat wants to remind the community of resources that may be as healing as a great song. Know that you are not alone in this journey, and that there are communities and organizations who are here to support you with whatever you may be going through.