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Getting help after drug or alcohol problems
When someone goes to the ER for drinking or drugs, it's very important to see a doctor or counselor soon after. This check-in helps you heal and stay safe.
In Kern County, you can call the Gatekeeper line at 1.866.266.4898 to get help right away. You can also visit the Bakersfield Recovery Station, open all day and night. There, staff give care and connect you with programs for treatment.
Getting help fast makes a big difference. You are not alone-support is close by in Kern County.
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