Turning Point offers addiction recovery resources at Library

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library and Turning Point System of Care have teamed up to help individuals struggling with mental health and addiction challenges..

On select days, a Turning Point Rapid Access Navigator will be available at KHCPL Main, 220 N. Union St., to help connect individuals with resources. Turning Point can connect people with services such as peer recovery coaches, intensive outpatient addiction programs, a detox unit and more..

Brian Robinson, a rapid access navigator with Turning Point, said he can also help people navigate food stamps, insurance and housing resources..

Turning Point's presence at the library is meant to serve as a starting point for those looking for help with addiction and mental health struggles. People can meet with a trained professional for free and confidentially. If an individual needs help with transportation to treatment, that is available as well..

Those looking for help are encouraged to bring their photo ID and birth certificate, though individuals can speak with Turning Point even without these resources. Robinson added that he can help people access these vital records if necessary..

Turning Point will be available in the quiet study room 2 on the second floor of KHCPL Main from noon to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, Sept. 21; Oct. 5 and 19; and Nov. 2 and 16. No appointment is necessary, and this resource is open to anyone..

For more information, call either the library at 765-457-3242 or Turning Point at 765-860-8365.

Turning Point's mission is to respectfully strengthen recovery community safety nets through providing collaborative, person-centered and affirming recovery support to those individuals and families impacted by mental health and substance abuse challenges. The organization is located at 1234 N. Courtland Ave. and open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.