Frankfort Police Chief Dustin Bowman said he thinks of his own family as he works to support people suffering from substance use disorder. “I’ve seen how it’s torn families apart, how children have been removed from home and unfortunately, I’ve seen how a brother-in-law — mine — passed away from his[Read More…]
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Attorney General Cameron Urges Congress to Protect Kentuckians from Illicit Xylazine
By Kentucky Attorney General Cameron FRANKFORT, Ky. – KY Attorney General Daniel Cameron urged Congress to pass the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act. The bipartisan legislation would curb the widespread use and trafficking of xylazine and help prevent overdose deaths. Xylazine is a pharmaceutical drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug[Read More…]
People in addiction recovery could benefit from free rides
Addiction recovery experts have explored how providing free rides to those in addiction recovery could help bring stability. One organization, The Indiana Recovery Network, has provided 300 people with free rides to help them access jobs and treatment. Read more here.
An addiction program plans to expand into Owensboro
Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is currently serving the Kentucky communities in Louisville, Manchester, and Corbin, and is planning to bring VOA’s Freedom House to Owensboro on grants from the PNC Foundation and the Hager Educational Foundation. This new development will provide residential and outpatient care to at least fifty[Read More…]
Pandemic stress and loneliness are making addiction more common: When to get help
The isolation caused by the pandemic led to increased levels of stress, anxiety, and mental health disorders, resulting in a need to cope with these challenges. Those already struggling with addictive behaviors suffered greatly from the lack of social opportunities and structure of daily routines. These contributing factors led to[Read More…]
As overdose deaths involving methamphetamine triple, learning the signs, symptoms & effective treatment is vital
Between 2015 and 2019, overdose deaths involving methamphetamine nearly tripled among the 18-64 age demographic. In order to help save a life, it is necessary to know the signs and symptoms of a methamphetamine overdose and where loved ones can receive timely and effective treatment. Learn more here.
New Report Finds Widespread Perceived Stigma Toward People Who Use Drugs, Have an Addiction, and Are in Recovery
Real-Time Interactive World-Wide Intelligence (RIWI), a global trend-tracking and prediction technology company, conducted a survey of over 30,000 Americans to better understand the stigma directed towards those who use drugs, have an addiction, or are currently in recovery. More than 70 percent of respondents believed that society exhibits a negative[Read More…]
The Healing Place adds more beds to homeless outreach program
The Healing Place serves men and women in Louisville who are striving to change their lives to better support themselves and their families. Last September, The Healing Place started the homeless outreach program as an extension of their overnight shelter, but they filled up quickly. At the beginning of April,[Read More…]
Press Release: Kentucky Chamber Foundation Launches Fair Chance Academy to Bridge Gap Between Employers and Individuals in Recovery from Substance Use Disorders
Kentucky Chamber Foundation Launches Fair Chance Academy to Bridge Gap Between Employers and Individuals in Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Frankfort, Ky. – With National Second Chance Month underway, the Kentucky Chamber Foundation is continuing to address the state’s substance use disorder crisis and help Kentuckians in recovery re-enter the[Read More…]
Need help recovering from addiction? These resources are a good place to start
Are you or a loved one struggling with addiction? Here is a helpful guide with resources, crisis lines, and local providers.