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Dr. Robert Marbut warns that a shift in homelessness funding has led to a surge in unsheltered individuals and rising overdose deaths, urging Mendocino County to adopt a treatment-centered approach for lasting change.

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Visiting expert urges treatment‑centered approach as county examines homelessness responses
Dr. Robert Marbut told the board that national funding shifts since 2013 moved money toward vouchers without required wraparound services and that untreated behavioral health and substance use—especially fentanyl—are driving increases in unsheltered homelessness; he recommended scalable treatment and recovery programs with accountability.
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January 17, 2026 at 2:30 AM
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A Vermont House committee is pushing for a major overhaul of the state parole board to better address the rising needs of individuals with substance-use and mental health challenges.

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House committee reviews H559 to modernize parole board structure and training
A House committee heard testimony on bill H559 proposing changes to the parole board’s membership, training and staffing. Parole Board Director Mary Jane Ainsworth and the Attorney General’s Office discussed recruitment, statutory constraints on counsel and the board’s growing workload.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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SAMHSA's 2026 Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month Toolkit Now Available

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Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month Begins January 1
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January 3, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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Vigo County is using opioid-settlement funds to keep vital case managers on the front lines of mental health and substance use treatment, ensuring support for those in the jail and court system.

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Budget panel approves opioid-settlement funds to keep two court case managers
Vigo County budget committee approved using opioid-settlement funds to hire two case managers — one for the mental health treatment court and one RISE case manager — to maintain outreach, transportation and treatment-referral work that county judges said reduces jail stays.
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December 23, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Residents and recovery advocates are rallying to keep the Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission independent, fearing a county takeover could jeopardize vital services and community trust.

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Residents and recovery workers urge commissioners to keep independent drug-and-alcohol authority; county votes to send letter of intent for state review
Dozens of residents, WDAC staff and local officials urged Washington County commissioners to reject a proposed county takeover of the Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission and to allocate opioid settlement funds to the nonprofit; commissioners voted to submit a letter of intent to the state for review of a possible return of the single‑county‑authority designation.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:08 PM
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Multnomah County's deflection program has made significant strides, with over 600 law-enforcement referrals leading to 65% of individuals engaging in vital recovery services.

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Multnomah County reports 606 law‑enforcement referrals in first year of deflection program; board presses for clearer outcomes
Multnomah County health staff reported 606 law‑enforcement referrals to the county’s deflection program in its first year and told the Board that 392 people (65%) engaged with services while 113 (29% of engaged) accessed treatment or recovery services within a 30‑day window.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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San Diego County just approved 44 new detox beds downtown, aiming to transform lives and combat the rising crises of homelessness and substance use.

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Board approves 44 new downtown detox beds to expand withdrawal‑management access
Supervisors unanimously approved adding 44 withdrawal management (detox) beds downtown — a capacity the sponsors said would serve roughly 2,700 people per year — to improve access to detox and create a clearer pathway into longer‑term treatment and housing supports.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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A shocking new survey reveals a 50% rise in Vallejo's unsheltered male population, exposing the city’s failures in addressing homelessness.

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Pathfinders for Hope presents survey showing rise in unsheltered men; commission agrees to hear full report
Mark Cardenas of Pathfinders for Hope told the Vallejo Human Relations Commission a survey of 220 unsheltered men documents a sharp rise in homelessness and widespread service barriers. Commissioners voted unanimously to agendize a full presentation of the group's data at a future meeting.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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Residents and recovery advocates are pleading for the survival of First Step detox services in Milwaukee, citing its life-saving impact amid the fentanyl crisis.

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Recovery advocates and clients urge supervisors to keep First Step detox funding
Several people who used or work with First Step told the county board cutting funding for detox services would remove a critical local resource for people with substance‑use disorders and argued the county should retain funding in the 2026 budget.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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California's Board of Registered Nursing is shaking things up by suspending mandatory patient care roles for intervention program participants—could this be a game-changer for nurse rehabilitation?

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BRN executive officer reviews work‑in‑care and narcotics requirements for intervention program participants
At the Oct. 8 Intervention Evaluation Committee meeting, California Board of Registered Nursing Executive Officer Laurie Melby reported on a board motion suspending routine requirements that program participants work in direct patient care or pass narcotics testing absent specific patient‑safety evidence and described her review of IEC requests to延
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October 24, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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The Texas Peer Assistance Program for Nurses achieved a record-breaking 629 referrals this year while expanding outreach efforts to connect with over 6,500 nurses!

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Texas Peer Assistance Program for Nurses reports steady referrals and expanded outreach; sets goals for signed participation agreements
TPAPN reported 629 referrals for the fiscal year (exceeding a 600 referral target), increased outreach and a plan to boost signed participation agreements and employer engagement with a virtual employer workshop series.
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October 24, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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The Board of Registered Nursing has taken a bold step by suspending blanket requirements for intervention program participants, paving the way for a more individualized approach to nurse rehabilitation.

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Board of Registered Nursing committee reviews suspension of direct patient-care and narcotics-work requirements for intervention participants
The Intervention Evaluation Committee heard an update from the Board of Registered Nursing executive officer on a board motion suspending blanket requirements that program participants work in direct patient care or have access to narcotics; staff reported 57 IEC recommendations reviewed since August 2024, with 28 approved and 29 returned for more證
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October 24, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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The California Board of Registered Nursing is reevaluating how intervention program participants can return to direct patient care, with a focus on ensuring patient safety and rehabilitation.

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Board of Registered Nursing executive officer reports review of intervention program work requirements; committee approves minutes and 2026 schedule
Loretta Melby, executive officer for the Board of Registered Nursing, told the Intervention Evaluation Committee on Oct. 8 that she has reviewed 56 IEC recommendations tied to work-in-patient-care, narcotics handling, and extensions beyond three years; 19 were approved, 31 were returned for more evidence. The committee approved prior meetingminutes
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October 21, 2025 at 5:44 AM
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Washoe County has made history as Nevada's first "Recovery Friendly Workplace," paving the way for employees to seek help for substance use and mental health challenges without fear of stigma.

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Washoe County designated Nevada’s first recovery-friendly county workplace; staff training planned
Washoe County received formal recognition as a recovery-friendly workplace, a designation intended to encourage employees to seek help for substance-use and mental-health issues without stigma. County officials and state partners outlined next steps including staff workshops.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Massachusetts is taking a bold step to enhance safety and privacy in sober homes with new bills aimed at supporting residents while preventing relapse and stigma.

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Operators and treatment providers back discharge/referral rules for certified sober homes; privacy protections also urged
Sober‑home operators, the Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing and treatment providers told the committee that H.2240 would protect sober residences by requiring operator discharge/relocation policies for residents who return to active substance use, and witnesses supported H.2239 to safeguard resident privacy and reduce stigma.
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October 15, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Payson just approved a new 16-bed residential recovery facility aimed at helping women overcome substance use disorders—could this be a game changer for the community?

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Payson planning panel unanimously approves conditional use permit for 16‑bed residential recovery program
The Payson Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve CUP 25‑001 to allow a voluntary, 30‑day residential substance‑use recovery program for up to 16 adult women at 300 West Wade Lane, subject to 12 staff conditions and required state and local permits.
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October 8, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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Super September 💜

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October 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Investing in recovery housing not only transforms lives but saves the community $7 for every dollar spent—discover how Berks County is leading the charge for change.

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YMCA and Berks Counseling Center Showcase Impact of Recovery Programs in Berks County
Community leaders highlight success stories from recovery programs supporting addiction recovery in Berks.
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October 2, 2025 at 4:16 AM
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Congratulations to Warren County on Tuesday's National Recovery Month event that featured a ribbon cutting ceremony for a Naloxone Vending Machine that will be placed at the courthouse and be available to the public at no cost. #warrencountync #substanceuserecovery #NationalRecoveryMonth
October 1, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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Massachusetts lawmakers are taking a bold step towards supporting college students in recovery by proposing legislation for recovery-focused housing and increased access to life-saving naloxone.

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Massachusetts Legislators Push for Recovery Housing and Naloxone Access on College Campuses
New bill aims to support college students in recovery by expanding access to naloxone.
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September 17, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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Prevention Month 2025 Toolkit is Live
October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month — Get Ready.

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Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month
October is Substance Use Prevention Month.
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September 16, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Thurston County is taking a giant leap forward in public health with a $11,100 agreement to enhance vaccine record access and boost treatment for substance use disorders!

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Public Health Director Hay proposes $11K agreement for Health Information Exchange system
County advances technology integration with 1 Health Port for efficient vaccine record access.
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September 11, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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September is #RecoveryMonth, and #TeamResto are celebrating with some restorative, nurturing and mindful activities

💜 Relax
💜 Recognise
💜 Respond
💜 Return
💜 Review

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September 2, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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August did all that it promised 💜

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September 2, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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Central Ohio is revolutionizing crisis care with a 24/7 mobile team ready to support those in need—are we doing enough to address mental health in our communities?

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Community Mobile Team Provides Crisis Support and Engages Treatment in Our Town
Community mobile team assists individuals in crisis and facilitates access to treatment services.
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August 30, 2025 at 1:58 PM