Drug overdoses have declined each year in Maine since 2022, according to official statistics.
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Posted inCommunity, Health, Maine, News, Rumford Falls Times
‘You are not alone’: Rally in Rumford offers support for those in addiction recovery
The annual River Valley Recovers Strong rally was held Saturday to help foster connection in the community.
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Posted inBusiness, Community, Health, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Open house to celebrate area’s first sober house in Woodstock
Mary Ellen and Marc Montplaisir have been renovating the nearly completed Chris’ Haven at 47 Old County Road for eight months.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Schools & Education
UNE launching effort to train medical workers on addiction treatment for rural Mainers
A 4-year, $1.6 million grant will allow the university to expand programs designed to equip health care providers to respond to the ongoing opioid crisis.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Living alone on an island in Casco Bay, he’s found a whole new world
In recovery, Scott Kern discovered his happy place: a tiny slice of land he calls Planet Sand that he’s doing what he can to protect.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
St. Mary’s helping more people get into detox with new intake process
Patients can be quickly admitted into the medically managed withdrawal unit through its Rapid Access Center.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston’s Church of Safe Injection to reopen after unexpected closure
The needle exchange program’s director said challenges with financing and staff forced the organization to close its doors and regroup.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Substance use disorder problem in Franklin County takes many to address
During a recent meeting at Franklin County Recovery Center, representatives of a volunteer group spoke about the needs in the community.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Building yourself up: Joshua Rinaldi on recovery and becoming a sober business owner
Joshua Rinaldi faced challenges with addiction, but now he is thriving as the owner of JHR Construction LLC.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Program holding ribbon cutting on recovery community center Saturday in Lewiston
The Josh Stevens Recovery Community Center will help people with substance use issues seek recovery support.