Drug Use Disorder Referrals | ZION POLICE DEPARTMENT - A Way Out
Provides drug users a fast-track to addiction treatment services. Allows individuals to call or walk-in to Lake County Sheriff's Offices to request help. Individuals may surrender any drugs or paraphernalia without risk of criminal charges. A deputy will immediately coordinate phone screening with the Lake County Health Department. Based on the evaluation, individual will begin outpatient or inpatient treatment. Provides a police escort for any individuals who cannot transport themselves.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
05/15/2025
Data provided by
Lake County 211
Physical Address
2101 Salem Boulevard, Zion, IL 60099
Hours
Services available 24/7 Daytime Walk-In Hours (designated locations only) Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM After-Hours Assistance available by phone, or by visiting any Lake County Police Department
Application process
During daytime service hours individuals must call the program phone, or visit one of the following designated locations only: - Fox Lake American Legion Post 703 (Marine Unit) - Lake County Sheriff's Office Highway Patrol - Lake County Sheriff's Office For after-hours individual may visit ANY Lake County Police Department or call the program phone for assistance. Intake Process: - For walk-in service, a deputy will coordinate an immediate intake and screening with the Lake County Health Department. Individuals experiencing an acute withdrawal will be assisted. - For calls, a deputy will provide an escort for any individuals who cannot transport themselves. Individuals will immediately begin intake. Documents Required: None
Fee
- No fees for A Way Out; fees for addiction treatment services vary - No one will be turned away due to inability to pay
Eligibility
Must not have a warrant out for arrest or are currently being charged with a crime in Lake County
Languages
Spanish
Service area
Lake County, IL
Agency info
ZION POLICE DEPARTMENT
Police station that offers general police services along with a medicine disposal box.