substance abuse treatment

CHJ received a request from Arkansas Community Correction about telehealth in rural areas receiving substance abuse treatment amid the COVID-19 pandemic. More specifically, they wanted to know how to obtain signatures for the release of information and treatment planning. Currently, their clients are using cell phones for videoconferencing. Additionally, the cost of cell phones and wifi is also a concern for the site's clients. Many program participants don't have the financial capability to support telehealth services.

Hamilton County Heroin Coalition is in the developing stage of their program and requested a peer site visit to the LEAD program in Seattle. The goal is to witness the LEAD program in real-time and receive first-hand training on organizing their Operations Work Group by attending Seattle's functioning workgroup. One Program Administrator and Cincinnati Police Officer attended the training.