What is SUD?
"Substance use disorders occur when the recurrent use of alcohol and/or drugs causes clinically and functionally significant impairment, such as health problems, disability, and failure to meet major responsibilities at work, school, or home" (US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2018).
An American Epidemic
The United States is currently experiencing the "Opioid Epidemic". In Fall of 2017, President Trump acknowledged this crisis by declaring it a public health emergency. This acknowledgement coupled with current legislative efforts in the US House and Senate, are anticipated to result in the allocation of additional federal funds for recovery and treatment organizations across the country.
Due to the rapid increase in the population of those in need of treatment, capacity and infrastructure across the country are lacking to appropriately address this crisis and treat everyone who's afflicted in a timely manner. This leaves many seeking treatment on waiting lists for programs. Without comprehensive treatment and recovery care for those with SUD, death rates across the country continue to rise.
Due to the rapid increase in the population of those in need of treatment, capacity and infrastructure across the country are lacking to appropriately address this crisis and treat everyone who's afflicted in a timely manner. This leaves many seeking treatment on waiting lists for programs. Without comprehensive treatment and recovery care for those with SUD, death rates across the country continue to rise.
New Hampshire One of Hardest-Hit States in the Nation
New Hampshire has the third-highest rate of opioid related overdose deaths in the United States. Current treatment and recovery providers are working to build their capacity to address the issue and reach as many people as possible who are experiencing SUD.
SEDC Engaging in the RegionNew Hampshire residents across the state have seen the harm done by the Opioid Crisis. Many know coworkers, family members, and friends who have been impacted in one way or another by this crisis.
In our efforts to positively impact the workforce of our region, we are currently engaged with treatment and recovery centers in Strafford County. Our goal is to support organizations providing treatment and recovery to those experiencing Substance Use Disorder, restoring them to the workforce. If you represent such an organization, please contact us to let us know how we may assist you. |
How can employers partner?
Governor Sununu's Office has announced the "Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative"
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SEDC At Work
- More to come!
- In March of 2018, Hope on Haven Hill in Rochester closed on financing to purchase the facility they operate in located on Rochester Hill Road. SEDC located low fixed-rate financing and acted as a liaison throughout the process. We connected Hope on Haven Hill with New Hampshire Health and Education Finance Authority and assisted with loan application and closing processes.
- In Fall of 2017 we worked cooperatively with the Triangle Club in Dover to sell tax credits for the completion of renovations at their facility.
- In October of 2016 we facilitated the connection of Bonfire Recovery Services with a regional company, JSR Merchandising. In doing so, residents of Bonfire were provided with employment opportunities with JSR Merchandising.
- In June of 2016 we provided financing to Bonfire Recovery Services to purchase and open their Grove Street facility in Dover, NH.
- In the Summer of 2016 we began our efforts to engage and support regional treatment and recovery organizations.
