The Addiction Resource Council, Inc. (ARC) is a 34-year affiliate of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), incorporated on November 23, 1971. We are committed to serving the residents of Waukesha County by providing alcohol and other drug prevention education, intervention, assessment, and referral services: as well as leadership; for collaboration among institutions, organizations and community-based agencies.

We believe that:

• All human beings are unique, valuable, worthwhile, and deserving of respect
• Alcohol and other drug abuse affects everyone.
• Alcohol and other drug abuse can be prevented and treated.
• Alcohol and other drug abuse services should be easily accessible and available to everyone
• It is essential that services be individualized to the person's identified needs.
• Alcohol and other drug information and education can assist people in making positive choices.
• There is hope.

The ARC is deeply committed to:

• promoting organizational cultures and partnerships that improve the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of services through the adoption of best practices for program management and service delivery;
• developing resources aligned with program goals, incorporating performance measures and outcomes standards, and ensuring resources sufficient to cover costs and support reinvestment;
• employing a clear strategic framework committed to leadership, establishing and maintaining healthy internal partnerships, and strong external collaborations; and
• changing attitudes that work together to promote community health, social and environmental development.

Community Awareness and Support provides an array of services which empower and support individuals, families, and communities to make informed choices regarding their use of alcohol and other drugs. Services include:

• Prevention services employing the following strategies:
  • information dissemination
  • education
  • promotion of healthy activities
  • problem identification and referral
  • environmental
• Information and referral
• Outreach services
• Case management services

Client services address specific needs of individuals through assessment, referral and support group activities. Early identification of alcohol and other drug abuse problems through assessment improves referral outcomes.

• Supportive Home Care – recovery support for older adults
• Assessment
• Intake assessment
• Intoxicated driver assessment services
• Underage drinking assessments
• Urine drug screening
• Crisis intervention

Services available in both English and Spanish.

For more information, call 262-524-7921, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

24-Hour Crisis Helpline 262-524-7920

All services are provided confidentially.