Your First Step Toward Recovery
Fentanyl is extremely potent and unpredictable, and even small amounts can lead to overdose. If you’re using fentanyl, on purpose or unknowingly through other substances, or you’re worried about someone you love, getting support right away matters. The New Jersey Addiction Hotline is a confidential place to talk, understand your options, and take the next step safely.
Who Should Call
This hotline is for anyone who needs help or guidance, including:
People using fentanyl or opioids and feeling unable to stop
Anyone who has overdosed before or had a recent “close call”
Individuals experiencing withdrawal symptoms when they don’t use
Family members and friends who are scared and unsure what to do next
What the Hotline Can Help With
When you call, a trained advisor can help you:
Understand immediate risk and what to do if overdose is a concern
Explore treatment options including detox, inpatient, and outpatient care
Find fentanyl-specific support and programs equipped for opioid use disorder
Talk through medication options like MAT (for example, buprenorphine-based care)
Navigate insurance and costs and locate affordable resources
Create a step-by-step plan for getting help today, not “someday”.
What Happens When You Call
You’ll be met with calm, judgment-free support. We’ll listen to what’s going on, then ask a few quick questions to understand safety, current use, withdrawal symptoms, and any urgent needs. From there, we’ll guide you toward options that fit, whether that’s detox support, treatment placement resources, or immediate next steps for protection and care.
Take the Step Toward Change
With fentanyl, waiting can be dangerous but you’re not alone, and help is available right now. One call can bring clarity, support, and a safer path forward.
If you’re feeling scared or unsure, let this call be the moment you choose support over risk.