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The Ashland County Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (ACCADA) nurtures relationships within the Ashland community, impacting lives with a culture of trust and respect to help individuals through difficult times.

02/18/2026

Kids learn a lot from what they see every day — including how adults handle stress, celebrations, and downtime. 💛

Our latest article explores how parental alcohol, va**ng, and cannabis use can influence youth choices, and why delaying first use matters.

Ashland County Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (ACCADA) explains how parental alcohol, va**ng, and cannabis use can lead youth to start earlier. Since early use increases addiction risk, delaying first use is critical. ACCADA encourages parents to model healthy habits, set boundaries, and talk pro...

02/14/2026

ACCADA will be closed on Monday February 16th in recognition of President's Day.

02/11/2026

“Natural” doesn’t always mean safe.

Kratom is increasingly marketed for pain, anxiety, and stress—but these claims don’t tell the whole story. Understanding the risks and recognizing warning signs can make a difference.

If you have questions or concerns, ACCADA is here to help.

👉 Read the blog and reach out for prevention education and support: https://tinyurl.com/bdkkhj9c

As misinformation about kratom continues to grow, many families are left with questions. This article explains what kratom is, why “natural” doesn’t always mean safe, the real health risks involved, and how to recognize signs of use. Learn how the Ashland County Council on Drugs and Alcoholism...

01/28/2026

How did you first hear about kratom?

Because it’s often labeled as “natural” and is legal in Ashland County, many people assume kratom is safe. The truth is more complicated.

Learn what kratom is, the risks that are often overlooked, and why misinformation matters—especially for teens and young adults.

👉 Read the full blog and get evidence-based information from ACCADA: https://tinyurl.com/mprne9u8

01/25/2026

Due to the weather conditions ACCADA will be closed on Monday. We will reopen Tuesday morning at 8:30. Please stay safe.

01/14/2026

ACCADA will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The ACCADA offices will be back open Tuesday, January 20th at 8:30am. For anyone who may feel they are experiencing a behavioral health emergency, please call our crisis line at 419-289-6111.

12/31/2025

ACCADA will be closed on Thursday, January 1st in observance of New Year's Day. The ACCADA offices will be back open Friday, January 2nd at 8:30am. For anyone who may feel they are experiencing a behavioral health emergency, please call our crisis line at 419-289-6111.

Also, we bid farewell to Mary Jo Janchar as today is her last day. She is starting her new year off right with retirement and her everyday is Saturday! Enjoy retirement MJ! We will miss you!!

12/22/2025

ACCADA will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th, Thursday, December 25th, and Friday, December 26th in observance of Christmas. The ACCADA offices will be back open Monday, December 29th at 8:30am. For anyone who may feel they are experiencing a behavioral health emergency, please call our crisis line at 419-289-6111.

12/19/2025

We just want to thank everyone who took time out of their day to stop in and see Mary Jo during her open house. It was a great day yesterday! ☺️

12/16/2025

Great reminder !!!

12/15/2025

YOU'RE INVITED! Come wish Mary Jo well in her retirement and take time to say good-bye and good luck to Mary Jo on Thursday, December 18th. This open house will be from 8:30am- 4pm and Mary Jo will have her office open the whole time! (we will have the office closed for lunch from 12pm-1pm)

Even though her official last day is the last day of the year, we've set aside Thursday just for her! So, stop in Thursday to wish Mary Jo best wishes on retirement after 40 years of being at ACCADA!

12/02/2025

Dear Friends,
This Giving Tuesday, we’re joining United Way of Ashland County in supporting our local network of Partner Agencies and Services that help our neighbors every day. ❤️
When you give to United Way, you help keep essential programs like ours open and ensure people in Ashland County can access food, housing, safety, health care, and support when they need it most.
👉 Please consider a gift today: https://onecau.se/givingtuesdayuwashland
Every dollar stays local. Every dollar makes a difference. ❤️
Thank you for caring about our community!

With gratitude,

Executive Director, Rick Ford

A link to Join the Story. Change a Life This Giving Tuesday.'s main page.

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310 College Avenue
Ashland, OH
44805

Telephone

+14192897675

Website

https://www.accada.org/

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Our Story

Addiction is a lonely place to be, but when you come to ACCADA for help, you’ll find people who understand what you’re going through and who want to listen to your story. Everyone has a unique story to tell, so we provide unique, personalized drug and alcohol treatment plans that fit with your individual needs. We’re here right alongside you as you write a new story for your life: the story of recovery.

Please know that you don’t have to have it all together to reach out for help! Here at ACCADA, we’ve had our own losses, and we know what rock bottom looks like. We also know how hard it can be to take that first step to reach out, so we provide a variety of ways for you to get in touch with us: either call us at 419-289-7675; stop in and see us at 310 College Avenue in Ashland; or contact us using the form on our website. We provide an assortment of services that will help you on the road to recovery, including a large variety of recovery services, educational programs, prevention programs, recovery houses, and a driver intervention program.

Established in 1976, our long history in Ashland County means we know our community well—its unique struggles, challenges, and joys. And the community knows us well too—knows us, and trusts us, because of our longstanding commitment to them and because of the many other trusted organizations who work with us, such as the Ashland County Mental Health and Recovery Board. Additionally, we’re certified by several organizations, including the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services—so you know you can count on us to provide the very best recovery help available.

Don’t wait another day to start writing a new story for your life! Our highly qualified counselors and staff are eager to get to know you, and they’ll treat you with the respect and compassion you deserve as we work together to bring hope and healing to your life.