Support treatment of individuals with OUD; provide referrals to bridge medical, behavioral health, dental and other social service programs and supports. Increase provider and community understanding of Peer Recovery Support models.
Responsible Party:
Program Associate will partner with Peer Recovery Support Specialist embedded in LMAS Health Department
Expected Outcomes:
Engagement metrics identified and data collection process started.
Data Source and Evaluation Methodology:
Number of engagements
Maintain a public repository of all SUD/OUD related services available in the EUP-ORC region.
Responsible Party:
Program Associate
Expected Outcomes:
Repository created and housed on EUP-ORC Website.
Data Source and Evaluation Methodology:
Number of website hits via analytics.
A peer recovery specialist will be integrated into the evidenced based home visiting model Healthy Families America. The person with lived experience will operate in the Family Support Specialist role. The person will be responsible for initiating and maintaining regular and long-term contact/support with families, primarily in the family’s home.
Responsible Party:
Project Director
Expected Outcomes:
One peer recovery specialist employed as a Healthy Families of America Home Visitor.
Data Source and Evaluation Methodology:
Number of families with SUD/OUD assisted.