Where Do I Go for Help W Depression & Alcholism No Health Ins No Support Either.

1) Dual Diagnosis. It's treated in hospitals, typically, because it follows a different path than AA (although AA is also a part of it). Hospitals take a certain number of pro bono cases, and social workers through the hospital can set up funding through charitable organizaitons. Is the money always there, or are there always spots? Nope. But there usually are. ESPECIALLY if you're suicidal.

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2) Private treatment. Again, most accept a certain number of "state funded" people per month, and a certain number of pro bono cases per month. The number is typically 1-2. Long waiting lists.

3) State run facilities. Long waiting lists.

4) 12 step groups (free)

I have worked with many people who are dually diagnosed. I can tell you that asking for help, and admitting you are an alcoholic is the first step. It takes real courage and strength to ask for help.

I would look up your local AA meeting times, and join a group. AA is such a wonderful haven for so many people. You can also ask for a sponsor, and that person will help you find resources, as well as work on your own personal issues and challenges.

Next, I would contact a local rehabilitation center. Ask about services as well as financial/health insurance questions. I just looked on line and found this site :
http://boyntonbeach.thetreatmentcenter.com/

Many places will work with you in finding appropriate treatment services. Also local churches, hospitals will be able to assist you.

Most importantly, you are not alone. You will find people to help and support you. Take one day at a time, but start today and join an AA group.

I wish you much luck.

AA is free. The problem is depression is a chemical imbalance. Meds help, and there are some natural things that will boost but not cure the imbalance.

Alcohol will numb the pain but as I noticed in my last marriage, I kept waking up and he was still there. My ex was a huge cause of my severe depression.

I had a great group of friends, my support group if you will. Otherwise it is almost impossible to pull yourself out.

Call AA, go from there. I lost two years of my life, so not worth it. I am not an alcoholic but it is an easy way to put off facing the problem head on.

Find and GO to an AA group near you. They even have groups with childcare. I know for sure as I know someone in FL that attended child care meetings. http://alcoholism.about.com/od/meetaa/A_A_Meetings.htm

Talk to someone there about mental health services that may be available to you or call your local social services department.

Dual diagnosis is very common in people with addiction. You may qualify for Medicaid.

Reaching out for help is the first step. The rest WILL come.

Good luck!

Do you have a medical school near you? There is a school here in Dallas where the students see patients. They are supervised by real doctors and can authorize medication.

You pay a small amount for each session $5 or $10.

Also - check out an AA chapter near you.

Its disappointing that your loved ones havent been more supportive. Unfortunately (or fortunately) you cant do anything about their behavior, but you can do something about yours. Check out AA, a local teaching hospital, or even various church organizations.

Good luck and this is a good first step.

Reach out to your local welfare department, church, look in the phone booth. I live in PA so it may be different for you in Fl. But because you do not have health insurance you may need to go to the hospital and say you are depressed and have alcohol issues and they can help you get into a place for help. Good luck. I am a social worker and I know the heart ache you must be feeling. I have dealt with issues like this with my mother growing up. email me if you want. Good luck.

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Go to AA meetings - they are free. Google "AA meetings in Boynton Beach, FL" this is what I found when I googled it.

http://www.aainpalmbeach.org/meetingsboynton.html

As to depression? Talk to your church - see if they can help you find a therapist and help you pay for it.

Contact your local health office - they might be able to direct you to a state or federal government program that you qualify for to help treat you.

You are doing the right thing in acknowledging the problems and seeking help!! YOU GO GIRL!!!

http://local.soberrecovery.com/Depression_Treatment_Boynt...

I also recommend AA. But also contact your local department of Social Services or Human Services. They can often get you approved for Medical Assistance and recommend a rehab program in your area.

Also look into 5-HTP. Do some research. You can buy it over the counter; Walgreens has it by the vitamins.

You got some good advice and places to start so I hope you will do this soon and not put it off. I will pray for you to get help from the right place and to be able to recover from this and have a happy and productive life.

Wow. I'm so sorry to hear about your struggles. AA is completely free and they can give you support. I suggest you find the closest meeting.

http://www.aa.org/lang/en/central_offices.cfm?origpage=37...

Here's what I would do if I were there and in your shoes. I would go to the local ER and tell them I want to die. To just be done with life. Saying things like this will get you admitted. If you also tell them you are an addict and an alcoholic they will most likely keep you overnight then ship you to the nearest "clearing house" type of place where they evaluate the lifestyle you have to see what kind of program will best suite you.

My daughter did this almost 2 years ago and they took her down that night to the "clearing house" place. They talked to her in depth and since she was pregnant they sent her to a rehab place that was for families. She graduated in October after a year there. She is doing so well and is a good mom now. She is calmer, more able to manage stress, lives in a cute apartment and is going to college. She has meetings every night that are mandatory for her low income housing and has just turned her life around.

I think this is a good option because you are talking to medical staff, they have heard it before, they know what you are going through, they want to help you find the needed program.

Please just look around if that is not what you want to do. Find an AA meeting or an NA meeting. The people who attend accept everyone for who they are, they may have networks of people who know about care based on income. There are out there, you just have to find people who know what to do.

AA is free and everywhere - and is a very good program.
Your local health department will have resources available to you.
Many cities have non-profit clinics that charge on a sliding fee scale basis for therapy and more.
Call the local hospitals for referrals.
Call your local Red Cross office for referrals.
Help is out there - but you have to find it.

Good Luck
God Bless

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