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Lifesaving Platform, Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, Coming to Connecticut to Address the Addiction Crisis

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Together, they will announce a new Shatterproof resource that is being offered throughout Connecticut to assist residents with substance use disorders, support those impacted by substance use disorders, and mobilize those in recovery.

Key Points: 
  • Together, they will announce a new Shatterproof resource that is being offered throughout Connecticut to assist residents with substance use disorders, support those impacted by substance use disorders, and mobilize those in recovery.
  • Shatterproof is the leading grassroots organization committed to removing systemic barriers to recovery, mobilizing the country to advocate for change, and ending addiction stigma, and Shatterproof Treatment Atlas is a state-funded project.
  • Treatment Atlas, a lifesaving solution that highlights high-quality addiction treatment options, will become available to help thousands of residents find addiction treatment that will meet their unique needs.
  • The development of the Connecticut section of Treatment Atlas is funded by a grant from DMHAS.

Lifesaving Platform, Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, Coming to Connecticut to Address the Addiction Crisis

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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This National Addiction Treatment Week (October 19-25), the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Deputy Commissioner Colleen Harrington, LCSW, MBA; Shatterproof Founder and CEO Gary Mendell; and Shatterproof Ambassador Dita Bhargava will unveil a historic lifesaving tool on Tuesday, October 24 at 9 a.m. Eastern.

Key Points: 
  • This National Addiction Treatment Week (October 19-25), the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Deputy Commissioner Colleen Harrington, LCSW, MBA; Shatterproof Founder and CEO Gary Mendell; and Shatterproof Ambassador Dita Bhargava will unveil a historic lifesaving tool on Tuesday, October 24 at 9 a.m. Eastern.
  • Shatterproof is the leading grassroots organization committed to removing systemic barriers to recovery, mobilizing the country to advocate for change, and ending addiction stigma, and Shatterproof Treatment Atlas is a state-funded project.
  • Treatment Atlas, a lifesaving solution that highlights high-quality addiction treatment options, will become available to help thousands of residents find addiction treatment that will meet their unique needs.
  • The development of the Connecticut section of Treatment Atlas is funded by a grant from DMHAS.

New Data Uncovers Increase in Addiction Prevalence in the Northern Virginia Area

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inova released new data as part of the fifth year of its Act on Addiction campaign, showing that more than 32% of adults in Northern Virginia have a family member or friend experiencing the disease of addiction. This is a notable increase from a 2021 survey that showed 25% of local adults reported knowing someone hospitalized due to alcohol use or drug overdose. Timed to National Addiction Awareness Month, the campaign strives to create a dialogue around the disease of addiction, the stigma around speaking out and seeking treatment, and the impact addiction has on the community.

Key Points: 
  • Inova's campaign comes at a time of increased opioid deaths in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • The results of this year's Act on Addiction survey underscore the presence of addiction among the younger generations in our community.
  • Through the Act on Addiction campaign, we remain dedicated to helping those experiencing addiction, and their loved ones, understand what resources and treatment options are available."
  • Whether for yourself, a loved one, a friend or a neighbor, you have the power to Act on Addiction Now.

TransMedia Group to Give Away for Free a Million Copies of Author Jack Alan Levine's Inspiring eBooks About How God Can Uplift All, Even Addicts into Recovery as He Has Done for Levine Himself

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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"God provides the motivation to succeed, which is why I want to share my books for free," he said.

Key Points: 
  • "God provides the motivation to succeed, which is why I want to share my books for free," he said.
  • Madden said publicity will highlight the free download of spiritual support system Jack generously offers.
  • "Currently, Levine's books really make a difference on outcomes, so we'll have Jack talking to media about his one million download mission."
  • Levine's books My Addict Your Addict, and Addiction and Recovery Handbookcover his victorious battle with addiction.