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Recovery touches every part of life. This directory points you toward trusted help across the Austin and Dallas–Fort Worth areas — from treatment and housing to childcare, employment, and legal support.

About this directory. Each category lists a starting point for the Austin and Dallas–Fort Worth areas. For anything not listed, dial 211 (or visit 211texas.org) to reach Texas’s free help navigator. Listings are informational, not an endorsement — please confirm current contact details and eligibility directly with each organization.

Treatment & Rehabilitation

Inpatient and outpatient programs for alcohol and substance use treatment.

Detox Services

Medically supervised withdrawal. Stepping Stones Recovery does not provide detox.

Mental Health Support

Counseling, therapy, and psychiatric care for co-occurring mental health needs.

  • Austin

    Integral Care

    Travis County mental health authority · 512-472-4357

  • Dallas–Fort Worth

    Metrocare Services

    Dallas County mental health services · 214-743-1200

Domestic Violence & Safety

Confidential shelters, hotlines, and advocacy for those experiencing abuse.

Housing Assistance

Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rental-assistance programs.

Food Assistance

Food banks, pantries, and nutrition programs for individuals and families.

Childcare & Family Services

Childcare support, parenting classes, and family-strengthening services.

Employment & Job Training

Job placement, workforce training, and résumé and interview support.

Transportation

Reduced-fare transit, ride programs, and help getting to appointments.

  • Austin

    CapMetro

    Bus, rail & reduced-fare programs

  • Dallas–Fort Worth

    DART

    Dallas-area transit · Trinity Metro serves Fort Worth

Legal Aid

Free or low-cost legal help for family, housing, and civil matters.

Parenting & Reunification

Support for mothers working to strengthen or reunify with their children.

Peer & Recovery Support

Peer specialists, recovery coaches, and community recovery organizations.

Family Support

Education and support groups for families affected by a loved one’s recovery.

Emergency & Crisis

24/7 crisis lines and emergency services for urgent safety needs.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. Stepping Stones Recovery is not a crisis, detox, or emergency medical provider. For free, confidential support any time, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or reach SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.

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