State Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (SCAODA)

The State Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (SCAODA) has been providing leadership and coordination regarding alcohol and other drug abuse issues confronting Wisconsin for more than 50 years. SCAODA's work includes advising state agencies on substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery activities; reviewing pending legislation, including state budget proposals; and developing plans to guide administration of the federal Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Grant. Members are appointed by the governor and represent state agencies, the legislature, treatment providers, consumers, and citizens.

Officers

• Chair: Kevin Florek
• Secretary: Christine Ullstrup

2024 meeting schedule

Friday, December 6, 2024, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

2025 meeting schedule

• March 7, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• June 6, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• September 5, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• December 5, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Items of interest

• Strategic Plan
• Wisconsin Mental Health and Substance Use Block Grant Application 2025 (PDF)
• FFY 2025 Annual SYNAR Report (PDF)

Have a question or concern to share with the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse? Email dhswebmaildcts@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

Data dashboards

Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline

• Call: 211 or 833-944-4673
• Text: Your ZIP code to 898211
• Online Search: addictionhelpwi.org
• Online Chat: Enter the chat room

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. People of all ages who need help for themselves or a loved one can call, text, or chat 24/7. Learn more about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.