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local-news29 minutes ago•7 min saved

Sonoma County Breaks Ground on Youth Behavioral Health Campus at Los Guilicos

Sonoma County began constructing a youth behavioral health facility at the Los Guilicos campus, adding eight beds for teen drug treatment and six beds for crisis care, along with outpatient services for ages 12–25 and spaces for individual, group and family counseling. Funded by an $18 million state grant awarded in 2023, the project aims to reduce out-of-county placements and provide age-appropriate care close to home, with a groundbreaking held Aug. 26, 2026.

via The Press Democrat|

#behavioral-health #local-news #los-guilicos-campus

health1 year ago•7 min saved

Can Free Money Help Keep People Off Drugs?

New England treatment providers are using financial rewards as part of contingency management programs to encourage sobriety among stimulant users, showing promising results in combating drug addiction and addressing the surge in stimulant use, especially in communities of color, despite some moral and legal objections.

via The Boston Globe|

#contingency-management #drug-addiction #financial-incentives

health1 year ago•7 min saved

Exploring Racial Disparities in Overdose Death Rates

Overdose deaths among Black residents in Allegheny County have surged since 2018, with rates now more than triple those of white residents, largely due to the presence of fentanyl in the drug supply. The county is addressing these racial disparities through community outreach, provider training, and initiatives like the Connect, Protect and Recover campaign. Organizations such as Pathway to Care and Recovery are pivotal in offering free, 24/7 support and fostering trust within the community. Efforts are ongoing to improve access to treatment and reduce stigma, supported by opioid settlement funds.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|

#allegheny-county #fentanyl #health