Best Substance Abuse in Michigan — 14 resources

About Substance Abuse for Women

Substance use treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed providers, mutual-aid programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety), hospital detox, methadone clinics, and sober living. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) and findtreatment.gov locate local programs 24/7. For pregnant and parenting women, federally funded Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW) programs provide specialized residential and outpatient care that allows children on-site. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the standard for opioid use disorder, and family drug courts offer treatment-based alternatives to losing custody. This directory aggregates each state's single state agency for SUD, women-specific treatment, MAT providers, and recovery meetings.

Substance Abuse in Michigan

Michigan family courts (a division of circuit court) handle custody and related matters in each of its 83 counties, with Friend of the Court offices providing investigation, mediation, and enforcement support. The Office of Child Support runs statewide enforcement. Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, and Sterling Heights are the largest metros. Michigan Legal Help and the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence support women.

14 Resources

1. Michigan DHHS — Substance Abuse Services — Free

Michigan DHHS — Substance Abuse Services is the go-to recovery resource in the Lansing area for substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Call (844) 799-9876 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(844) 799-9876 · 333 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Dawn Farm — Ann Arbor Women's Program

Based in Ypsilanti, Dawn Farm — Ann Arbor Women's Program supports Michigan women navigating substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Dial (734) 485-8725 for an initial conversation about your situation. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.

(734) 485-8725 · 6633 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center — Richmond

Based in Richmond, Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center — Richmond supports Michigan women navigating substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Reach the team at (586) 727-8795 to schedule a screening. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

(586) 727-8795 · 8585 Division Rd, Richmond, MI 48062 · 24/7 · Visit Website

4. Michigan AA Meetings — Free

AA meetings throughout Michigan for women in recovery and their families. Contact the office or visit in person to learn about services, eligibility, and how to begin. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and a list of any medications to make your first visit or call as productive as possible. Hours Varies — free for qualifying women.

Multiple locations statewide · Varies · Visit Website

5. Oxford House Michigan

Oxford House Michigan is the go-to recovery resource in the Michigan area for substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Contact (800) 689-6137 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Hours are 24/7 residences, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.

(800) 689-6137 · Multiple locations statewide · 24/7 residences · Visit Website

6. Hegira Programs — Detroit

Hegira Programs — Detroit is the go-to recovery resource in the Westland area for substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Dial (734) 458-4601 for an initial conversation about your situation. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

(734) 458-4601 · 8623 N Wayne Rd, Westland, MI 48185 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

7. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Free

Findtreatment.gov — searchable database of substance use and mental health treatment facilities nationwide for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

8. Narcotics Anonymous — Free

NA — free fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction. Worldwide meeting locator for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. SMART Recovery — Free

Self-Management and Recovery Training — science-based addiction recovery support groups and online meetings for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. Women for Sobriety — Free

Recovery program designed by and for women dealing with substance use, with online and in-person groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Al-Anon Family Groups — Free

Free fellowship for families and friends of alcoholics. Find a meeting near you. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Nar-Anon — Free

Free fellowship for those affected by someone else's drug use. Worldwide meeting directory for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Shatterproof — Free

Reversing the addiction crisis through advocacy, science-based treatment, and family support. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Faces & Voices of Recovery — Free

Organizing the recovery community to advocate for policy and reduce stigma for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many substance abuse resources are in Michigan?
Women's Corner tracks 14 substance abuse resources for women in Michigan.
Are substance abuse resources in Michigan free?
10 of the 14 listed substance abuse resources in Michigan are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Michigan have substance abuse resources?
Listings span cities including Lansing, Ypsilanti, Richmond, Westland.
What are some examples of substance abuse resources in Michigan?
Featured entries include Michigan DHHS — Substance Abuse Services, Dawn Farm — Ann Arbor Women's Program, Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center — Richmond, Michigan AA Meetings, Oxford House Michigan.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
5 of 14 Michigan substance abuse listings include phone numbers.
Where do I start if I want help with addiction?
Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.
Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?
Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.
Are there women-only treatment programs?
Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.
What about pregnancy and addiction?
Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.