The Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse promotes strategies that support healthy lifestyles by preventing the misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, and support recovery from the disease of chemical dependency.

How to access services Many potential clients are referred by employers or social, judicial, and health systems. Persons interested in finding out about services in their community can look under "Washington State Alcohol/Drug" in the Blue Pages of the telephone directory.  You can also call the Alcohol and Drug 24-Hour Help Line at 206-722-3700 (from Seattle or out of Washington State) or toll free at 1-800-562-1240 (from within Washington State) for crisis counseling or referral services.  Persons interested in information on substance abuse may call the Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse at 206-725-9696 (from Seattle or out of Washington State) or toll free at 1-800-662-9111 (from within Washington State). If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-547-6133, any time from any place. Additional Resources Greenbook "Directory of Certified Chemical Dependency Services in Washington State." The Greenbook Directory is primarily a listing of chemical dependency service providers certified by the Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse (DASA). Certified agencies are listed alphabetically within each county. Meeting Basic Needs is a directory of resources for Case Managers and Contracted Providers serving DSHS clients. FREE website translation services Goals for Treatment and Prevention Turn those who abuse alcohol and drugs into productive and self-supporting citizens. Promote safer communities and family stability. Reduce crime, health care, welfare, and other social costs associated with alcohol and drug abuse. Improve the academic performance of the children of Washington state. Avert the onset of addiction.