The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) provides vital resources and information for individuals needing assistance through the Division of Mental Health and the Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
To access resources provided through the DHS Division of Mental Health and apply for assistance, visit the following sites:
If you are considering mental health services for you or someone you care for, first visit the Mental Health Services Frequently Asked Questions 
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Mental Health Services provides assistance and information on services provided through mental health centers to include:
- Acute: outpatient care,
- Mental health treatment,
- Specialized programs for adolescents and children,
- Rehabilitation and support, and
- State hospital treatment
For further information and consumer enrollment requirement information, visit the DHS Mental Health Provider / Consumer Guide .
To access resources provided through the DHS Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse, visit the following sites:
The DHS Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse provides comprehensive services throughout the state for the prevention, intervention, and treatment of alcohol and other drug abuse and dependency. These services include:
- Case management,
- Detoxification,
- HIV testing and counseling,
- Intensive outpatient services,
- Early intervention, and
- Residential rehabilitation
Additionally, more information on assistance and treatment may be found at the following sites:
Alcoholics Anonymous - is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Narcotics Anonymous - is an international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts which provides a recovery process and support network inextricably linked together.
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To locate a mental health provider, referral agency, DHS office, or service provider in your local area visit the DHS Locator .
To locate an alcohol and substance abuse provider or referral agency in your area visit the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator.
To access the 24 hour DHS Hot Line call:
1.800.843.6154 or 1.800.447.6404 TTY (English or Espanol)
To access the DHS Provider Help Line call:
1.800.804.3833 or 1.877.434.1082 TTY