Tag: Substance Abuse
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Griffith Centers to offer substance abuse help to Adams County
A non-profit organization based in Denver is extending its behavioral health services to Adams County with a new substance use disorder center. Griffith Centers — an organization that began in Colorado in 1927 — recently opened its new substance abuse disorder (SUD) headquarters at 10190 Bannock St. in Northglenn, according to a news release. The…
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Multiple Jeffco initiatives receive more than $2 million in opioid settlement funding
Ten recipients will split $11.2 million in opioid settlement money to help programs aimed at those struggling with substance abuse. The Gateway to the Rockies Opioid Council (GROC) announced its 10 recipients for the settlement disbursement on Tuesday, including multiple programs throughout Jefferson County. The grant cycle is the second for GROC — a regional…
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Teen-backed bill aims to bring substance abuse intervention to Colorado middle, high schools
In Rock Canyon High School, senior Bhavya Surapaneni said it is the norm to walk in on her fellow students vaping in the bathrooms, hear stories of their weekend binge drinking and occasionally watch her peers be suspended for possessing illicit drugs — sent home with nothing more than a brochure on the dangers of…
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Officials warn of increased alcohol, substance abuse in Colorado this winter
At the end of a historically stressful year, mental health officials worry that alcohol and substance abuse among Coloradans is going to increase further this holiday season, the Center for Mental Health in Montrose said last week. The center said numerous triggers are coming together to create a perfect storm of isolation, including COVID-19 fears…
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Caring for Denver Foundation gives $5.6 million to community mental health organizations
The Caring for Denver Foundation has approved 26 grants totaling over $5.6 million for community organizations aiming to address mental health and substance abuse issues. The grants promote community-based support by prioritizing access, culture and collaboration during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re incredibly eager to partner with the community on solutions that meet people where they…