Alcohol or Drug
UCLA Narcan Distribution Project
The UCLA Narcan Distribution Project is committed to providing students and staff with free access to Narcan (the brand name for the generic medication naloxone), an easy-to-use, life-saving medication used to treat opioid overdoses. The program aims to help lower the occurrence of opioid-related overdoses, reduce the stigma surrounding substance use, and to promote a safe and healthy UCLA community.
Health Education & Resource Team (HEART)
Health Education & Resource Team (HEART) is an office of Student Affairs that works to promote a campus community that fosters sustainable healthy behaviors, policies and environments in support of UCLA students' academic success and well-being. HEART offers programs, resources, and community initiatives, often led by their undergraduate Peer Health Educator Interns.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. There is no cost to attend A.A. meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem. A.A.’s primary purpose is to help people with an alcohol addiction achieve sobriety.
SAMHSA's National Helpline
The Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a National Helpline that is a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders (in English & Spanish)
Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP)
The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) within the Bruin Resource Center supports UCLA students who are in recovery/are considering recovery from substance use or other addictive behaviors. Through individual support, education, and campus advocacy, CRP is dedicated to providing academic, wellness, and emotional support to students and create an inclusive environment and supportive community.
The Peer-Run Warm Line
The Peer-Run Warm Line is a non-emergency resource for anyone in California seeking mental and emotional support. They provide assistance via phone and web chat on a nondiscriminatory basis to anyone in need. Some concerns callers share include challenges with interpersonal relationships, anxiety, pain, depression, finances, alcohol/drug use, etc.
Bruins For Recovery (B4R)
Bruins for Recovery (B4R) is a registered student organization at UCLA dedicated to supporting students recovering from addictive behaviors, as well as their allies, family, and friends. They offer support groups, events, and a sense of community for Bruins who are in long-term or short-term recovery from substances/behaviors or who have chosen not to drink, for any reason.
Addiction Medicine Clinic
The UCLA Addiction Medicine Clinic offers medication management and treatment planning for patients and families suffering from substance-related and addictive disorders. Students must obtain a referral from CAPS to receive services.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) supports students' mental health needs as they pursue their academic goals. Services include crisis counseling, emergency intervention, individual counseling and psychotherapy, group therapy, psychiatric evaluation and treatment, psychoeducational programs and workshops for students, staff and faculty, and campus mental health and wellness promotion.