A bridge to help.
Wherever you are.
The Bridge Project supports South Africans living with addiction, people who use drugs, and anyone affected by substance use disorder — connecting you to rehabs, therapists, harm-reduction services and honest information.
In crisis? Call SADAG 0800 567 567 · 24/7
- SADAG (24/7)0800 567 567
- SANCA Drug & Alcohol011 234 3520
- AA South Africa0861 435 722
- NA Helpline083 290 0942
The Bridge Project is an information service. We are not a clinic, helpline or call centre. We point you to South African rehabs, therapists, harm-reduction services and emergency numbers — the people trained to help. In an emergency call 10111 · suicide / mental health SADAG 0800 567 567 (24/7).
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