Substance Abuse Resources

• Narcotics Anonymous
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration
• The Partnership at Drugfree.org
• National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence, Inc.

Substance Abuse Groups for Family/Friends

• Adult Children of Alcoholics
• Alcoholics Anonymous Family Groups

Other Mental Health/Abuse Resources

• National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
• National Child Abuse Hotline (800) 422-4453
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255
• National Coalition for the Homeless (202) 737-6444
• NYC Affordable Housing
• Suicide Hotline/Text Line (800) 272-8255 or text MHA to 741741
• Public Crisis Line (866) 342-6892

Welfare

• NYCDCCBF Welfare Section

Prevention & Wellness

• U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services

Members Education and Network for Dependency (“MEND”) Program

As a part of its focus on fostering a healthy work and life-balance for its members and their dependents, the New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund has launched the Members Education and Network for Dependency (“MEND”) Program, which gives participants and their dependents access to confidential treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues. The program is located at 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014, on the 5th floor.

The goal of the MEND Program is to provide assistance to participants and dependents in addressing substance abuse and mental health issues through the following services:

• Referrals to appropriate level of treatment including inpatient and outpatient treatment for all substances and mental health issues,
• Case management and Coordination of Services with outside providers,
• Supportive services and Education.

More specifically, MEND is designed to:

• Verify eligibility for coverage, and/or assist in locating and obtaining coverage,
• Conduct thorough assessments for appropriate level of treatment and length of stay,
• Provide treatment authorization in accordance with established guidelines,
• Assist participants and/or dependents in identifying their treatment needs and goals,
• Help participants and their dependents to secure services at treatment facilities,
• Provide in-house support services including individual and family counseling, support groups, and educational groups,
• Provide educational workshops.

If you or one of your dependents is struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues, please contact the MEND Program for assistance from our accredited staff. The MEND program can be reached by phone at (212) 366-7590 or by email at MEND@nyccbf.org. Please remember that there is no shame in asking for help, that MEND operates under strict confidentiality restrictions, and that we are here to help you and your family.