Is Addiction a Disease?
Is Addiction Treatable?
Welcome to SCOSAR
This site is undergoing a major redesign.
The Surry County Office of Substance Abuse, known as SCOSAR, provides prevention, transportation and recovery to work services.
SCOSAR also provides support to the Emergency Medical Services, Criminal Justice Systems and local Community Agencies in efforts to reduce the impact of substance use and behavioral health issues.
Recent Additions:
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See our 2024 Annual Report by clicking here.
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Review our Substance Use and Its Impact on Surry County Families Survey (2025) Results by clicking here.
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Navigate our Counter Tools Tobacco Dashboard (2025) for Surry County here.
Our Training and Support Services
Discover a range of services tailored to meet your needs. From addiction support to mental health training, we are here to help you on your journey to wellness.
Early Intervention
Partnering with Media Detective, we offer innovative media literacy education that reduces early age initiation of substance use.
Training Affiliataions
SCOSAR collaborates with leading organizations like the Addiction Policy Forum, Connecticut Center For Recovery Training, and Mental Health First Aid USA to provide you with the best training and technical assistance opportunities.
Youth Programs
Empowering the next generation is crucial. Through programs like Girls Circle and Catch My Breath, we aim to inspire and educate young minds for a brighter future.
Contact Us
Call SCOSAR at 336-401-8271 for additional information or assistance.
C. Jamie Edwards, MA, M.Ed, LCAS, LSATP, CCS
SCOSAR Director
Email: edwardsj@co.surry.nc.us
Important phone Numbers:
Post Overdose Response Team:
336-401-8270
Daymark 24/7 Crisis Line:
866-275-9552
Partners Behavioral Health Crisis Line: 888-235-HOPE (4673)
