Known for its milk, cheese, and football fandom, Wisconsin is the place that nearly 6 million people call home. Major cities like Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison are not only filled with offices, shopping centers, hospitals, and other services, but also sights and attractions for visitors to enjoy. While many Wisconsinites thrive in this midwestern state, there are several who struggle with serious, life-altering challenges – including fentanyl misuse and addiction.
Wisconsin currently ranks 24th in the country for most fatal drug overdoses, signaling that drugs like fentanyl are making a devastating impact on the population.1Â If you are struggling with fentanyl misuse or addiction, or have a loved one who is, know that you are not alone. You can call us right now at to be connected to one of our compassionate and skilled admissions navigators. They can offer support and guidance, as well as connect you with the appropriate resources you need so recovery can become possible.
Finding yourself stuck in an insidious cycle of fentanyl misuse or addiction can have you feeling defeated and overwhelmed. However, there is hope for those who become addicted to fentanyl.
Throughout the state of Wisconsin and the rest of the United States are several help lines that you can call when you are ready to reach out for help. No matter which help line you call, you will get the opportunity to connect with someone who can listen to what you are experiencing and provide as much support and service to you as possible. Some of the most popular help lines that are able to assist those who struggle with substance use disorders and associated conditions can be found below.
For many people who are experiencing fentanyl addiction, reaching out for help is not as easy as it sounds. Several challenges may stand in their way and complicate the process for them, especially if they are still actively misusing fentanyl. Thankfully, there are resources throughout Wisconsin that individuals can turn to when they decide that enough is enough. See below for some of these Wisconsin-based resources.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a statewide resource that can offer information and various services to individuals who are ready to address their substance use disorders and/or mental health conditions. Residents can access NAMI’s interactive state map to obtain contact information for local NAMI affiliates near them who can help them get the care they need.
Mental Health of America of Wisconsin – Uplift WI
In 2023, Mental Health of America of Wisconsin introduced Uplift WI, which is a warmline for those struggling with substance use disorders and mental health conditions. By calling 534-202-5438, callers will be connected to a certified peer specialist. All peer specialists have personal experience with mental health issues, substance misuse, or other similar life experiences and can offer compassion and empathy to callers who are going through a difficult time. Similar to NAMI Wisconsin, Mental Health of America of Wisconsin also has an interactive map where people can search for resources within their county.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is an excellent resource for those who are looking for help for themselves or a loved one. One of the features DHS offers is information on harm reduction. By clicking here, Wisconsinites can learn more about how to reduce their risk of deadly overdose. Additionally, they can find resources such as fentanyl test strip sites near them, contact information for additional support, and locations where naloxone is distributed, to name a few. Wisconsin DHS offers several other features that can help assist in getting residents the help and care they need, all of which can be accessed on their website.
Resilient Wisconsin is a program set forth by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services that focuses on building strength and resilience within communities, making resources more widely available, and providing support for those Wisconsinites struggling with substance use disorders and mental health conditions. For contact information for a variety of different resources and treatment providers, visit Resilient Wisconsin’s Locate Help page.
Solstice House is a free resource for the adult residents of Wisconsin who are struggling with mental health or addiction concerns. Located in Dane County, Solstice House invites those in need of help to meet with their peer specialists in person to work on their recovery. In addition, Solstice House has a 24/7 warmline where individuals can call when they are experiencing distress. The warmline can be reached by dialing 608-244-5007.
Iris Place, similar to Solstice House, is a place where those experiencing substance use disorders and mental health conditions can come for respite and support. This peer-run respite offers short-term stays, group and one-on-one connections with staff and other guests, and around-the-clock care. Iris Place offers their own warmline for those who want to talk to someone about the issues they are facing. You can access this confidential, 24/7 warmline by calling 920-815-3217.
Monarch House is another peer-run respite in Wisconsin, where people who can benefit from the support of others can get that support for free. Monarch House offers short-term stays, as well as peer connection with both the staff and other guests. The Monarch House warmline, which is available 24/7, gives individuals the opportunity to connect with this resource when experiencing strife and distress related to substance use disorders and mental health conditions. To reach the warmline, call 715-505-5641.
Rogers Behavioral Health is a provider of mental health and substance use disorder treatment. With seven locations in Wisconsin, Rogers Behavioral Health offers patients screenings and assessments, multiple levels of care, specialized therapies, support groups, and connections with highly skilled and talented medical and mental health professionals. Locations in WI include:
More Wisconsinites than ever before have an unfortunate tie to fentanyl in some way, shape, or form. Whether they are struggling with a fentanyl addiction themselves or if they have a loved one who is, the conversation about this public health problem is ongoing and can sometimes feel never-ending. The statistics below provide an inside look into the scope of how much fentanyl has impacted Wisconsin over the past few years.
Fentanyl has wreaked havoc on the entire country, and Wisconsin is no exception. It is important to know that if you are struggling with an addiction to fentanyl or if you are trapped in a pattern of misuse, both help and hope are out there.
Contact us right now to learn more about what your options are and what your next steps might look like. By calling , you will be connected to one of our admissions navigators who is ready and dedicated to helping you get on the road to recovery.
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