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Awareness and Education
The APART Coalition aims to enhance public consciousness regarding substance use, harm reduction, and recovery pathways by fostering cooperation and partnerships. This may encompass the coordination of educational initiatives, conferences, and community gatherings to distribute information and diminish the stigma associated with substance use disorder (SUD).
Resources:
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How to become a peer (www.arpeers.org)
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Drug specific stats (coming soon)
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Fentanyl
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Xylazine
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Opioids
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Marijuana
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Wound care (coming soon)
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Naloxone specific stats
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Arkansas Takeback (https://artakeback.org/the-arkansas-opidemic-ii/)
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Where to get Naloxone? (https://narcansas.com/how-to-get-naloxone/)
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"Be There" Anti-Stigma Campaign https://aroute.org/be-there/#steps
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https://www.rcorp-ta.org/rcorp-corner/content-hubs/rcorp-anti-stigma-media-toolkit
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SAMHSA (https://www.samhsa.gov/)
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SAMHSA Gains Center (https://www.samhsa.gov/gains-center)
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MHTTC (https://mhttcnetwork.org/)
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Prevention
The APART Coalition partners with schools, healthcare providers, and communities to create prevention programs in different groups, such as young people, parents, and vulnerable populations. These programs work to lower the risks of substance use and encourage healthy behaviors.
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Arkansas - Prevention Regions
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving - MADD (https://madd.org/)
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Dads Against Drunk Driving - DADD (https://www.dadd.org/)
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Arkansas Take Back (https://artakeback.org/about-arkansas-take-back/)
Treatment and Recovery Services
The APART Coalition works to improve availability and access to high-quality treatment and recovery services for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). This effort involves advocating for evidence-based approaches and expanded insurance coverage while enhancing healthcare infrastructure.
Resources:
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How to find a peer in your area? (www.arpeers.org)
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Recovery Houses
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Treatment (https://findrecoverynow.org)
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Family support
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Hope Coalition (https://hopemovementcoalition.com/)
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Online Meetings (www.intherooms.com)
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WRAP Facilitators
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RCOs & other CBOs
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SUD counselors
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Crisis Units
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MAT providers
Collaboration & Partnerships
The APART Coalition fosters collaboration among communities, including government agencies, healthcare providers, community organizations, and individuals in recovery. By working together, they can pool resources, share best practices, and coordinate efforts to address substance use disorder (SUD) comprehensively.
Resources:
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Arkansas Behavioral Health Integration Network (https://abhinetwork.org/)
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Drug Director's Office
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Arkansas Opioid Response Partnership - AORP (https://www.arorp.org/)
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Criminal Justice Institute (https://www.cji.edu/)
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Specialty Courts
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NAMI Arkansas - National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://namiarkansas.org/)
Advocacy and Policy Development
The APART Coalition advocates for policies and legislation that promote prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. This includes working with lawmakers to create effective laws, regulations, and funding mechanisms to address SUD-related issues.
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Locate your representative
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House of Representatives (https://www.arkansashouse.org/learn/district-map)​
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