In recovery, Scott Kern discovered his happy place: a tiny slice of land he calls Planet Sand that he’s doing what he can to protect.
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New Augusta Access Center provides hope to those with drug addiction
“This isn’t just a building, it’s a lifeline, a place where people who use drugs can walk through the doors and be met with dignity and compassion,” said Chasity Tuell, executive director of the Maine Recovery Council.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Lewiston’s Church of Safe Injection to reopen after unexpected closure
The needle exchange program’s director said challenges with financing and staff forced the organization to close its doors and regroup.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Portland-based nonprofit secures funding for new recovery homes
The 8 new homes will serve rural counties across Maine.
Posted inTimes Record
Maine’s first incentivized stimulant treatment program shows promise
The program — the first in the state to offer treatment for stimulant use with financial rewards — shows promising data just over half a year into operations.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
Biddeford council approves plan for Opioid Settlement Fund
The plan is intended to support Biddeford residents affected by the opioid crisis.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Augusta’s ARTs House to help homeless veterans in recovery
The new facility from Bread of Life Ministries is to provide housing and connections to services at an eight-bed residence at 147 Riverside Drive.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
Biddeford council unanimously approves opioid settlement fund tracking ordinance
The funding will be used to help Biddeford residents affected by the opioid crisis.
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Portland-based recovery group creates safe space for LGBTQ+ community
Members say Portland is lucky to have such support systems, which can be hard to find in some parts of the state.
Posted inLocal & State
‘Education, empower and evolve’: New 12-bed residential substance recovery center opens in Waterville
William Lessa and Callista Merrill, president and vice president of the Central Maine Recovery Center, opened the nonprofit residential program earlier this month on Hazelwood Avenue in Waterville.