Substance use & addictive behavior support
Receive a confidential assessment from a trained professional and referrals for treatment centers within your insurance plan.
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step." -- Naeem Callaway
Are you, or is someone close to you, affected by substance use or other addictive behaviors?
MAP has trained professionals who offer confidential support and can provide specific recommendations for members and their family members, including referrals for treatment and other resources.
Please call 1‑212‑701‑9620, or email maprecovery [at] uft [dot] org (MAPrecovery[at]uft[dot]org) to arrange for a confidential conversation.
If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or 1‑866‑UFT‑FOR‑U (a free and confidential union mental health helpline, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week).
"A little over a year ago, I met with you and you kindly and generously walked me through some of my options for treatments. You then helped me do intake at a facility, arranging the time and date of my stay.
When I came to the MAP office, I was terrified. I was afraid of losing my job and I was afraid of what it meant to go to rehab. Your calm disposition put me at ease. You made me feel respected and listened to. You were so welcoming and understanding. For my recovery, to have you on my side, for you to be one of the first people who helped me, it was exactly what I needed.
Today, I celebrate one year of sobriety.
Thank you so much for your professionalism and your humanity. You helped me get to where I am today."
- Member testimonial
A list of the most commonly asked questions.
There are a number of community resources that can help those who are being affected by their loved one’s struggle with addiction. Traditional supports include Al-Anon for families impacted by another person’s alcoholism, Nar-Anon for families impacted by drug addiction, and Gam-Anon for families impacted by problem gambling. Many inpatient facilities also offer family counseling sessions as part of the treatment plan.
If your family member is also a UFT member, short-term counseling is also available through MAP. Please email MAPrecovery [at] uft [dot] org (MAPrecovery[at]uft[dot]org) or call 212-701-9620 for more information.