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DEA Expands Access to Mobile Narcotic Treatment Programs

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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced on Monday, June 28, 2021, that it is lifting the 14-year moratorium on methadone dispensing vans operated by narcotic treatment programs (NTPs). This rule change, which took effect on July 28, 2021, will have a significant impact on the nation’s 1,700 DEA-registered and…

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Career Recovery Project at MassHire Greater Lowell

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The Career Recovery Project at MassHire Greater Lowell is still recruiting customers for training, job search assistance and vocational assessments (for those who aren’t sure what kind of work they’re looking for). They also offer HiSet and GED classes, and training is available for a wide range of professions, including…

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Facts. No Filters. YOUTH VAPING CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCEMENT

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It’s summer, the Commonwealth is opening up, people are socializing and now is a good time to talk with your teens about vaping. The MA Department of Public Health, in collaboration with the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, recently launched a vaping education campaign for youth: Facts. No…

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Support Group Meetings: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

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Virtual Support Groups for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren are hosted by the Commission of the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren.  To join the Virtual Support Groups for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, contact Colleen at colleen.pritoni@state.ma.us   ***Updated June 2021***   Schedule for Monday Night Support Group Meetings 2021: *All meetings begin at…

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Sharps Disposal during the COVID-19 Pandemic

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PRESS RELEASE Written by Lainnie Emond, Substance Abuse Coordinator, Lowell Health Department Contact: Andres Gonzalez, Syringe Collection Program Coordinator, Lowell Health Department, 978-674-1049 Lowell, MA – The City of Lowell’s Syringe Collection Program, housed under the Substance Abuse and Prevention Division within the Lowell Health Department, has continued to respond…

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Post   |   in Experiences, Local News

The MassHire “opioid grant” will continue taking referrals until August-September. This grant is for people who are either stable in their recovery, or who have a friend/family member in recovery from opioids that has had an impact on their life. We’re offering training services to those who qualify, plus career…

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