Phase Two of “Combat Heroin” Announced, Task Force Fights Heroin Epidemic
January, 2015 – In September 2014, Governor Andrew Cuomo introduced New York State’s Combat Heroin campaign. With the first launch of the campaign, New Yorkers were able to see “Real Story” videos on the state’s Combat Heroin website depicting stories of recovery from heroin use, as well as stories of loss from drug overdoses. Ten new “Real Story” videos, as well as new public service announcements can be seen on the Combat Heroin website; www.combatheroin.ny.gov.
Locally, community members are currently working to fight the heroin epidemic through participation in the Oneida County Heroin/Opiate Taskforce, co-led by Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. The taskforce is comprised of a variety of agencies within Oneida County that collaborate regarding the heroin epidemic in our community. Thus far, the Heroin/Opiate Taskforce has held an informational session at Mohawk Valley Community College to help people understand the issues around heroin; the presentation was well attended and the next meeting focuses on Treatment and Resources and will take place at MVCC on February 25th from 6:30PM-8:00PM. CFLR’s website; www.whenthereshelpthereshope.com, provides information about the heroin epidemic as well what local resources are available.
If you are interested in learning how you can make a difference in our community, or for more information about Combat Heroin or the Oneida County Heroin/Opiate Taskforce, contact Judith H. Reilly, Community Programs Director for CFLR, Inc., at 315-733-1709, or jreilly@cflrinc.org.
Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. is proud to be the area’s leading expert for advocacy, prevention, counseling, and training. As a community partner, it is important to us that we continue spreading the message of help and hope to our area and with those whom we work.
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