Salisbury, NC Drug and Alcohol Centers
11 Centers in Salisbury, North Carolina
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Rowan County is a vibrant community known for its rich history and stunning natural beauty. However, beneath the surface, the county grapples with a harrowing opioid epidemic, with an opiate poisoning death rate of 20.9 per 100,000 residents, surpassing both the state average and rates in neighboring counties like Davidson and Gaston.
Rowan County refuses to let addiction define its future, rallying together to support those in need.
The community is working tirelessly to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription painkiller misuse and the devastating impact of heroin and opiates. Through innovative initiatives and compassionate support, as outlined in the Rowan County Community Health Assessment, the county is determined to guide its residents towards a path of healing and recovery.
Rowan County Statistics
- 20.9 opiate deaths/100K in Rowan County (2018)
- No fentanyl statistic for Rowan County (2018)
- Prescription painkiller misuse increased nationwide, Rowan included (2018)
- Rowan opiate death rate higher than peer counties (2018)
Salisbury, NC: Your Path to Addiction Recovery
Salisbury, NC, offers a supportive environment for those seeking to overcome drug addiction. With various treatment options available, individuals can find the help they need to start their journey to sobriety. The community’s commitment to addressing substance abuse ensures that you are not alone in your recovery process.
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Genesis A New Beginning - Salisbury
Genesis A New Beginning offers comprehensive counseling, dual diagnosis treatment, and innovative therapies for addiction and mental health issues in Salisbury, NC.
Alternatives Counseling
Alternatives Counseling in Salisbury, NC, offers comprehensive treatment for alcoholism and substance abuse, utilizing individual and group counseling, substance abuse education, and various therapies to support recovery efforts in Rowan County.
Genesis A New Beginning
Genesis A New Beginning provides faith-based outpatient mental health services, life skills training, and DWI/addiction support in Salisbury, NC.
Novant Health - Rowan Medical Center
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, established in 1936 in Salisbury, NC, offers award-winning emergency, cardiac, orthopedic, and addiction treatment services to the community.
Daymark Recovery Services - Salisbury
Daymark Recovery Services - Salisbury is an outpatient facility providing comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment with quality patient-centered care.
Daymark Recovery Services - Rowan Center
Daymark Recovery Services - Rowan Center provides comprehensive, award-winning outpatient mental health and addiction treatment with telemedicine options for all ages.
Genesis A New Beggining - Salisbury
Genesis A New Beginning is a mental health and substance abuse treatment center that offers comprehensive care options including aftercare support and drug rehab programs, tailored to individual needs and requirements, and accepts many major health insurance providers.
Choices Substance Abuse Services
Substance Abuse Services in North Carolina provides specialized treatment services for various types of addiction, offering personalized care and support through evidence-based therapies and various levels of care.
Treatment Centers
Treatment Centers in Salisbury, North Carolina offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for addiction and substance abuse, providing personalized care and holistic therapies in a supportive and nurturing environment, and addressing underlying health issues while using evidence-based and supportive therapies, with specialized programs for co-occurring disorders, family support, and continuing care services.
Choices Substance Abuse Services
Substance Abuse Services in Salisbury, NC offers comprehensive treatment for alcohol, opioid, and drug addiction as well as dual diagnosis, through a multidisciplinary approach that emphasizes community, compassion, and research-based evidence for the best possible treatment with a qualified staff of clinicians and social workers, offering individualized care plans to ensure the best outcomes, and accepts private health insurance.
Alcohol Abuse Chemical Dependency Counseling Services
Alcohol Abuse Chemical Dependency Counseling Services in Salisbury, NC, provides specialized, evidence-based counseling to help individuals in Rowan County overcome alcohol and substance abuse through personalized care and support on their journey to long-term recovery.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment in Salisbury, NC

Awareness Campaigns
YSUP Rowan (Youth Substance Use Prevention Rowan) is a coalition dedicated to raising awareness and preventing youth substance abuse in Salisbury and Rowan County. They conduct campaigns like the Safe@Home initiative, providing resources to young people and adults on substance use prevention.
Community-based programs play a vital role in combating addiction. Rowan County United Way collaborates with local organizations to address substance use as a top community issue, offering support and resources for those affected by addiction.
Legislative Measures
The Rowan County Drug-Free Workplace Program promotes a safe and productive environment by enforcing zero-tolerance policies for substance abuse among county employees. This program aligns with federal efforts to maintain drug-free workplaces.
Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) officers from the NC Department of Public Safety conduct operations in Salisbury, targeting establishments involved in illegal alcohol and drug activities. Community engagement programs like Cease Fire by the Salisbury Police Department aim to reduce gun violence and substance abuse through collaborative efforts with local organizations.
Salisbury Police Departments
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Salisbury Police Department
(704) 638-5333
130 E. Liberty St., Salisbury, NC 28144 -
Salisbury Police Department (Massachusetts)
(978) 465-3121
181 Beach Road, Salisbury, MA 01952
Salisbury Hospitals and Emergency Medical Services
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Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
(704) 210-5000
612 Mocksville Avenue, Salisbury, NC 28144 -
W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
(704) 638-9000
1601 Brenner Avenue, Salisbury, NC 28144-2515 -
Rowan County Emergency Services
(704) 216-8900
1815 E. Innes St., Salisbury, NC 28146 -
Rowan County EMS Division
(704) 216-8900
1815 E. Innes St., Salisbury, NC 28146
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Opioid Settlement Funds in Rowan County
Rowan County, North Carolina will receive approximately $15 million from the $26 billion national opioid settlement agreement between 2022-2038, to be spent on programs that reduce and prevent opioid addiction. The settlement funds are managed by Rowan County Public Health, with planning underway to set goals for reducing overdoses. The majority of funds will support treatment, recovery, harm reduction, and other programs to address the opioid epidemic.
- In 2019, Rowan County established the PORT program, initially funded by a $285,326 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, to connect people who have overdosed with support and resources.
- Rowan County will receive $15 million from the national opioid settlement between 2022-2038, to be spent on programs that reduce and prevent opioid addiction.
- The Rowan County Public Health Department is coordinating the use of opioid settlement funds, with $69,995 dedicated to matching funds from Vital Strategies for harm reduction services.
- Settlement funds will support the purchase of Narcan for overdose reversal and syringe service programs to prevent the spread of disease from used needles.
Find Treatment in North Carolina
North Carolina ranks 29th in the nation for overall substance abuse. Many of the drugs abused in the state are illicit, and many of these are opioids. Prescription opioids are readily available due to the high rates of medical workers prescribing them. The number of prescriptions has increased tenfold since the 1980's. Opioid overdoses are the most common type of death in North Carolina.
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