Question: My cousin and his wife have admitted to getting hooked on pain killers and other pills. They are a wreck and asking for help and trying to get help with a methadone clinic but it doesn't seem to be working. They have no health insurance and no money, they don't qualify for a medical (welfare) card. What else can they do? What else can I do to help them?
Submitted on: November 06, 2008

Answered By: Dr. Jason Schiffman

Answer: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (http://www.samhsa.gov/) is a governmental agency that helps individuals find mental health and addiction treatment. You can visit their website for a list of treatment facilities in your area and other resources for your cousin and his wife.

Answered on: November 14, 2008