Free Recovery Resources in Cheney, WA

Connecting the West Plains community and EWU students to local addiction support.

Located just southwest of Spokane, Cheney is a vibrant college town and the heart of the West Plains. Whether you are an Eastern Washington University student navigating the stresses of college life while staying sober, or a local resident looking for support close to home, Get Sober Spokane connects you with the resources you need without the commute into the city.

Treatment & Therapy Options

While Cheney itself is smaller, it is highly connected to the broader Spokane health network. There are accessible options for both students and residents.

  • EWU Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): Free, short-term, confidential therapy and crisis support for actively enrolled Eastern Washington University students.
  • CHAS Health (Cheney Clinic): Located right on 1st Street, offering integrated primary care, behavioral health, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for local residents.
  • Frontier Behavioral Health (Spokane Locations): The largest sliding-scale mental health provider, easily accessible via the STA Route 66 bus line from Cheney.
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Local Meetings & Support Groups

You don't have to drive all the way into downtown Spokane to find a fellowship. Cheney has active local meetings.

  • Cheney AA Group: Regular Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held locally at community centers and churches. Check the District 2 directory for the most up-to-date times.
  • EWU Peer Support: The university often hosts on-campus support groups for students dealing with substance use or family behavioral health issues.
  • West Plains Al-Anon: Support meetings for the families and friends of those struggling with addiction.
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Food & Basic Needs

Recovery is much harder when you are worried about basic necessities. Local food banks serve the Cheney and West Plains region.

  • Cheney Outreach Center: Providing emergency food assistance, clothing, and utility help to local residents in crisis.
  • EWU Central Food Pantry: A free resource for currently enrolled students facing food insecurity.
  • Feed Medical Lake: A neighboring community resource providing free groceries on a regular schedule.
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Get Help Now

If you or a loved one in Cheney needs immediate crisis intervention:

  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 (Call or Text, 24/7)
  • Spokane County Regional Crisis Line: 1-877-266-1818
  • EWU 24/7 Crisis Line (Students): (509) 359-2366
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