Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. This year, OMH will celebrate the culture, achievements and contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in the United States while also raising awareness about the health disparities impacting their community. Health disparities continue to affect the health of Hispanics/Latinos and have left them vulnerable …
Sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly – advocacy efforts pay off. So impressed by Celeste Clark and her tireless work to improve society and the impact of lifestyle pressure on youths. Read this monumental success story (reposted from the Union Leader). Stance on tobacco shows Hannaford cares IT IS time to applaud Hannaford Supermarkets. They have taken …
Content courtesy of Faces and Voices of Recovery (FAVOR): Behavioral Health Legislation In an effort to address the overwhelming increase in opioid-related overdoses and overall behavioral health needs during the pandemic, the House and Senate have both introduced bills that would provide funding for organizations and entities that are intentional in serving populations where …
“One of the most realistic and applicable presentations on recovery I’ve every attend.” Carol – Florida GAL This quote brought a deep feeling of gratitude as I wrapped up my 4 part learning series for the Florida Guardian Ad Litem Association. Five years ago I entered this peer recovery workforce and pursued my BA in …
This is an important topic to gain some understanding around when working with those who suffer from SUD, because we know everyone’s journey both to recovery and of recovery looks different. Take a look at this quick 10 minute read. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/18/health/resilience-relationships-trauma.html?utm_source=pocket-newtab
Good day pioneers and advocates. I invite you to carve out time for this 10 minute read on the effects of poverty and how it changes the brain which ultimately produces ‘bad’ decision making. Not all of the population people in the recovery field work with are at poverty level, but many are. On top …
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Hello, Check out this recent article on Kratom dependency and the use of Buprenorphine. Other related articles are represented on this page also. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32546067/
FCC’s Lifeline Program Offers Discounts for Phone and Broadband Service Many programs/grantees have requested information related to the purchase of cell phone minutes for clients. While SAMHSA grant funds may not be used for this purpose, we wanted to ensure you were aware of this very important resource. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Lifeline program …
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A tale of two epidemics: When COVID-19 and opioid addiction collide
It took me a while (years) to feel comfortable sharing my story to people that were not in recovery. The very first time I did, something inside of me wept for the sadness and at the same time something inside of me blossomed – and I healed a little more. Some people come right out …