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The 24/7 rehab "helpline" from a search ad⚠ REHAB BROKER

A real scam people fell for this year, next to the real thing. The numbers mark the three things to check: hover or tap one to see what it tells you.

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FFindTreatment.gov×
https://findtreatment.gov/
FindTreatment.gov
Find treatment for drug or alcohol use

Search licensed treatment facilities near you. Each one lists its name, address and services.

Free, confidential help: 1-800-662-4357

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Run by SAMHSA, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

ScamREHAB BROKER
ADrug & Alcohol Rehab Near You | 24/7 Free Helpline×
https://addictionhelp-24.com/?src=search-ad
Addiction Help 24/7
Find the best rehab near you

Free and confidential, 24/7. Insurance accepted. Beds fill fast, don't wait.

Call now: (888) 555-0148

Verify my insurance

Sponsored result. Calls are answered by a paid advertiser.

Always check the clinic.

The page never says which clinic will treat you. The number goes to a call centre that sells callers to whichever clinic pays the most.

Always checkThe real oneThe scam
1Where it livesCheck firstIs it the real company's or person's own address or number?

findtreatment.gov, the US government's list of licensed clinics.

addictionhelp-24.com, a call centre with no clinic named.

2What it asks you to doDoes it want a password, a payment, a call, or a tap?

Search licensed clinics near you, with their names and addresses.

Call a number and give your insurance details.

3How hard it pushesIs there a deadline, a threat, or a surprise charge?

No rush.

"Beds fill fast, call now".

RememberBefore calling a rehab ad, find out the name and address of the clinic that will treat you. Use findtreatment.gov or 1-800-662-4357.

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