Where to Find Free or Low-Cost Addiction Treatment in Sevier County, TN

Finding addiction treatment can feel overwhelming — especially when you're also worried about how to pay for it. The good news is that Sevier County and the surrounding East Tennessee region have more free and low-cost options than most people realize. This guide breaks down where to look and how to get started.

Start With the Tennessee REDLINE

The Tennessee REDLINE is the single best first call anyone in Sevier County can make. It is a free, confidential 24/7 helpline that connects callers with substance abuse treatment referrals across the state. Counselors can help identify local options based on your situation, insurance status, and the type of help you need.

Call or text: 1-800-889-9789

Sevier County C.A.R.E.S.

Sevier County C.A.R.E.S. provides free addiction resources, overdose prevention training, peer recovery support, and resource navigation to residents of Sevier County and surrounding East Tennessee communities — at no cost. Our team can help connect you or your loved one with the right local services.

Call us at (865) 705-9617 or visit us at 1122 Blanton Drive, Sevierville, TN 37862.

SAMHSA's Treatment Locator

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) operates a free online treatment locator at findtreatment.gov. Enter your zip code to find nearby treatment facilities, many of which offer sliding scale fees, Medicaid, or state-funded options.

Tennessee's State-Funded Treatment Programs

Tennessee offers state-funded substance abuse treatment for residents who are uninsured or underinsured. Through the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS), individuals can access publicly funded treatment programs across the state. Eligibility is based on income and residency.

Contact TDMHSAS at (615) 532-6500 or visit tn.gov/behavioral-health.

TennCare / Medicaid

If you or your loved one qualifies for TennCare — Tennessee's Medicaid program — addiction treatment is a covered benefit. This includes detox, inpatient residential treatment, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). If you are not currently enrolled, you may qualify based on income.

Apply at tenncare.tn.gov or call (855) 259-0701.

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)

FQHCs are community health centers that provide medical and behavioral health services on a sliding fee scale based on income. Several serve the East Tennessee region and offer substance abuse counseling and MAT. Use the HRSA finder at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov to locate the nearest center.

Nonprofit and Faith-Based Recovery Programs

Several nonprofit and faith-based organizations in East Tennessee offer free or donation-based recovery support, including residential programs, sober living housing, and peer support groups. Programs like Celebrate Recovery, local AA and NA chapters, and faith-community recovery ministries operate throughout Sevier County at no cost to participants.

Do Not Wait Until You Can Afford It

One of the most common reasons people delay treatment is the belief that they cannot afford it. In many cases, free or heavily subsidized options are available — but finding them takes knowing where to look. That is exactly what Sevier County C.A.R.E.S. is here to help with.

Call us at (865) 705-9617 or reach the Tennessee REDLINE 24/7 at 1-800-889-9789. Help is available — and it does not have to cost you anything to get started.