When it comes to restoring mental health and coming back from substance use, there’s no denying the power of lived experience. A new center in Brunswick further brings that to life.
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Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Jay schools strengthen substance use prevention efforts with new funding
Program coordinator Jayde Couture told the Jay Select Board that a new 5-year federal grant is helping RSU 73 students combat substance use and mental health stigma through education, outreach and community engagement.
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Posted inMaine, News
Auburn Council votes for moratorium on needle exchange programs
Officials supported a 6-month moratorium, but it won’t take effect until a second vote in September.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Spruce Mountain schools get 5-year grant to lower substance use
The $625,000 grant to be spread over five years aims to reduce substance use in the district.
Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston takes aim at mounting needle waste
As some officials call for limitations on needle exchange programs, advocates say changes would harm public health.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Acadia National Park, SAMHSA employees fired as Trump administration slashes federal workforce
Eight people were laid off from Acadia National Park, cutting the popular tourist attraction’s year-round staff by about 10%.
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 inLewiston-Auburn
Crisis workers to join police in Auburn
Project Support You, first rolled out in late 2018, pairs crisis workers with police officers to help treat those suffering from mental health issues and substance misuse disorder.
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 inMaine
Maine Recovery Council approves $13.9 million in projects
The projects, selected from more than 120 applications, include a methadone clinic in Aroostook County, a syringe service program in Hancock County, and recovery homes in Franklin County.