There are many websites dedicated to educating the public about substance abuse, prevention, health and a variety of other topics in relation to substance abuse. Community support groups and online recovery forums are also a great source of information and support. On this page, there are links to many informative sites and support groups as well as other sites that may be of assistance.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Website: www.samhsa.gov


A useful website with a forum section for discussion of addiction and support for recovery.

Website: healthboards.com/


The venerable A.A., with groups meeting regularly in almost every community.

Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org


Life Ring is another alternative recovery support organization.

Website: www.unhooked.com


The Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. A treatment locator and useful information about addiction and recovery.

Website: csat.samhsa.gov


Supports drug and alcohol abuse prevention efforts in communities across the U.S.

Website: prevention.samhsa.gov


Access to the Minnesota Chemical Health division is found under the Disabilities section of the Department of Human Services website.

Website: www.dhs.state.mn.us


Rethinking Drinking - This is an excellent place to start if you think you may have an alcohol problem but aren't sure, OR want to try to cut down or quit on your own. Interactive with great information! You can always call us for more help.

Website: www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/


Twin Ports Area Intergroup - A helpful resource for information on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and locations in the Duluth (Twin Ports) area

Website: www.TwinPortsAreaIntergroup.org


Alcohol Screening - This is a screening tool to help you deterimine "How Much is Too Much". There is also a lot of other useful information on this site and everything is free and confidential.

Website: www.alcoholscreening.org/Home.aspx