Bay Area Council on Drugs & Alcohol

Our mission is to help individuals, families and communities stop alcohol/drug abuse and addiction.

Our community based services include the following services:

Addiction Hurts - ACT

This is a program for loved ones and family members of those suffering from alcohol and/or drug addiction.

Assessments

Counselors conduct an in-depth interview to determine the extent of any substance abuse problems. Referrals are made where indicated and to determine the most appropriate type of treatment.

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED: Clear Lake Office

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Angleton & Bay City Offices

FEE: $80 CASH, DEBIT or CREDIT

Screenings

Counselors screen both adults and youth to determine if there is a need for referral to services and to identify whether there is a need for referral to services and to identify whether there is a need of further assessment concerning alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other issues.

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED: Clear Lake Office

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Angleton & Bay City Offices

FEE: There is no cost for screenings.

Support Groups

Recovery Support Groups offer encouragement and support to help maintain an alcohol and drug free lifestyle.  These groups are intended to assist in developing skills to promote healthy living and increase your chances for full recovery. 

Clear Lake Office: Every Tuesday (except holidays) 10:00am - 11:00am

Angleton Office: Every Wednesday (except holidays) 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Coalitions

BACODA Community Coalition Department follows a public health approach to community-wide substance abuse prevention, with a focus on preventing underage drinking, college-age binge drinking, prescription drug misuse and abuse, and marijuana use. We have four community coalitions: Galveston County Community Coalition, Brazoria County Community Coalition, Southeast Harris County Community Coalition, and Tri-County Community Coalition which serves Matagorda, Wharton, and southern Fort Bend Counties.

VetCorp

The VetCorp program provides BACODA the unique opportunity to work through our coalitions to enhance community support and access to services for veterans and military families in Galveston County.  We honor our Vets, we partner with existing community resources creating a safety net of support for veterans and military families, and we raise awareness about community services available to veterans through outreach events, media campaigns, and community involvement.

Classes & Education

BACODA offers the following classes, Substance Abuse Education Program (SAEP), Minors In Possession (MIP), and Addiction Hurts-ACT Program.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Visit BACODA Clear Lake, Monday-Thursday, 8am-5pm in person to register. Check our website, www.bacoda.org Calendar of Events for dates and times of these classes.

Youthworks

Youthworks provides prevention and intervention in school districts in Brazoria, Galveston, and Southeast Harris Counties. Prevention education aims to encourage prevention through focusing on concepts such as improving self-concept, making healthy decisions, accepting responsibility and practicing honesty.

Healing Field

BACODA’s Healing Field is an annual event to raise awareness about fatal consequences of drinking and driving. Sponsorship opportunities available by contacting Debi.hart@bacoda.com or use the tab NEED on www.uwgcm.org Get Connected.

Volunteers

BACODA lists Volunteer Opportunities using www.uwgcm.org Get Connected, use the NEED tab. Give us a few hours or a few days a week. We are flexible and will work with your schedule.