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[quote=Anonymous]OP - if you can find out the information for the local mental health agency in her area and how to contact to do in Intake Assessment it would be the first step on the mental health and possible substance abuse issues.

If she does not have health insurance, you might look online in her state to see if she can and how to apply for Medicaid online.  Also see if you can find information on Free Health Clinics.
Also any information on nonprofits who work with abused women and/or women in transition needing the support or connection to services including finding a job and housing could be key.  Having a support group 
to attend regularly would let her know she is not alone.

Your friend may know what she needs  but due to MH or SA May have real challenges in being able to follow through.  I would also ask at the MH agency for the name/ website or phone if any day program or overnight 
shelter options fir women.  In our community there is a one page resource for those who are homeless with agencies, free meal options, shelters etc that you might try to locate for her.  You will need to keep a realistic balance of what you can do.[/quote]

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