Peer Recovery Center of Excellence

NEW RESOURCE!

National Distribution of Certified Peer Support Specialists in the United States by State, District, and Territory

This report presents an overview of the number of certified substance use and mental health peer support specialists across the U.S. Data was collected from state-approved certifying entities and state behavioral health agencies between August 2023 to July 2024. The report details the types of certifications available (substance use, mental health, or integrated) and provides per capita figures for peer support specialists in each state, district, and territory. This analysis helps illustrate the distribution and availability of peer support specialists nationwide.
View/Download here: https://ow.ly/cEFr50SYvPe

Amplifying Diverse Voices, Ep. 2: Advancing Cultural Humility

In this episode, we are excited to welcome three inspiring guests: Haner Hernandez, Liliana Spurgeon, and Tony Sanchez. In it, they share their unique perspectives, experiences, and the impactful contributions they are making to support recovery. Guest hosted by One World Recovery Network!

Stay tuned as we amplify diverse voices and continue our mission to provide hope, support, and valuable insights for all those affected by substance use challenges. Listen: https://ow.ly/BZMB50SXJTw

Mark your calendars! ✔ 🗓

We were excited to announced about the 2025 ARHE/ARS/AAPG Annual Conference in New Orleans next year! Applications to join the Conference Planning Committee will be coming at the end of August, and a Call for Proposals will be opened in October! The 2024 ARHE/ARS/AAPG Annual Conference was such a success, and we cannot wait to see you all for next year's conference too! For more information, visit the link!
https://collegiaterecovery.org/2025conference/

Between now and the end of August, we are thrilled to bring you a special series called "Amplifying Diverse Voices.”

In these episodes, host Wardell Royal III of our Health Equity team will be hosting discussions with featured guests from various backgrounds within the recovery movement. Our aim is to engage in dynamic conversations about their personal journeys and highlight the incredible work they are doing in their communities.

In this inaugural episode, we are excited to welcome two inspiring guests: Stancil Tootle and Nicole McAnnally. In it, they share their unique perspectives, experiences, and the impactful contributions they are making to support recovery.

Stay tuned as we amplify diverse voices and continue our mission to provide hope, support, and valuable insights for all those affected by substance use challenges. One World Recovery Network

https://slroberts.podbean.com/e/amplifying-diverse-voices-ep-1-making-recovery-accessible/

Great anti-stigma resource here!

Read, read, read. 🤓

: the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) 2023 results have been released!

📊 Check out the full report and the new infographic overview ➡️ samhsa.gov/data/release/2023-national-survey-drug-use-and-health-nsduh-releases

Meet another Organizational Stakeholder of the Month! Comprehensive Health & Family Services of Columbia, SC, provides Community Integrated Behavioral Health Care, Addictions Recovery and Mental Health Treatment Services in rural and low-income communities utilizing Certified Peer Support Specialist Providers. Learn more: https://ow.ly/ltOB50SJuGO

Meet another Organizational Stakeholder of the Month! Hope Recovery Community (HRC) in Medina, Ohio, is dedicated to increasing sustained recovery by providing hope, support, advocacy, and resources to those impacted by addiction. Learn more: https://www.hoperecoverycommunity.org/

📢 Attention all recovery allies! The latest issue of Recovery Reader is jam-packed with valuable info on upcoming CE opportunities, new SAMHSA & Minority Mental Health Month resources, and our Health Equity Initiatives. Don't miss out - read and subscribe for FREE now! Click the link: https://ow.ly/KRik50SFxAS

"BOTTOM LINE
Paying peers to distribute naloxone to people who use drugs appears to be a feasible and affordable approach to increase the amount of naloxone available within communities and is likely to be highly cost-effective."

Peers distributing naloxone kits within their community increases access for people with addiction. Read more here: https://buff.ly/4cPbMGA |

New Recovery Talk podcast episode is live & features conversations with our organizational stakeholders. This month, we hear from Kate Bastedenbeck of the Over The Rainbow Project & Wendy Jones of the Minnesota Alliance of Recovery Community Organizations. Listen: https://slroberts.podbean.com/e/organizational-stakeholders-of-the-month-vol-19/

New issue of Recovery Reader has TONS of info about upcoming CE opportunities from our friends PCSS MAUD Plus new SAMHSA & Minority Mental Health Month resources, communities of practice courses, and our Health Equity Initiatives. Read+subscribe for free: https://ow.ly/KtB050SFxAR

Happening TOMORROW (7/16/2024)! Join us if you can!

🌟 Join us this Wednesday for the Equity Dinner! 🌟

with Peer Recovery Center of Excellence

Register today!
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsd-uqpzkrE905bnGWRYLVEQKW22iX9P2r

Join us at 6:30 p.m. ET this coming Wednesday, 7/17 for our Virtual Equity Dinner! We are inviting peers, advocates and community stakeholders to share your stories and make connections with others who want to see everyone achieve health and wellness in our communities. Cohosted with One World Recovery Network and BothAnd Partners. Info: https://ow.ly/lEre50SzSyN

We hope to see you there!

🌟 Join Us for the Equity Dinner! 🌟
📅 Wednesday, July 17th at 5:30 PM CST / 6:30 PM EST

🔗REGISTER NOW! | https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsd-uqpzkrE905bnGWRYLVEQKW22iX9P2r

How are you planning to participate in Mobilize Recovery's Day of Service?

Mobilize Recovery Day of Service 2024 Mobilize Recovery has built a national community of people touched by substance use and mental health issues. We have proven that we are a much stronger movement when we collaborate with partners.

This is sure to be an informative webinar from our friends at Great Lakes Prevention Technology Transfer Center and Prevention Technology Transfer Center Network!

Are you a peer recovery specialist interested in learning about the primary prevention field? If so, don’t miss our webinar on July 11 from 10-11:30 CT. Learn more and register here: https://pttcnetwork.org/.../understanding-prevention.../

Our office will be closed Thursday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy Fourth! 🎇🎆

We're having a great time so far! Stop by and see us if you haven't already!

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO CONTRIBUTE! ⏲️ Help shape the future of the Peer Recovery Center of Excellence by sharing your insights in our survey. Your experiences will guide us in better supporting our peer recovery community. Take our survey now!: https://ow.ly/ui2H50SbcwL

Meet another Organizational Stakeholder of the Month! Over The Rainbow Project's mission is to empower LGBTQ+ justice-involved individuals in their recovery journey through a unique program that prioritizes diversity, equity, & inclusion. Offering peer-led support in a safe and inclusive environment, including sober transitional living, to foster personal growth and community connection. https://www.overtherainbowproject.com/

The SAMHSA Office of Recovery invites you to register for a Virtual Rural Recovery Innovations meeting, 7/10 & 7/11 from 11am-4pm ET. Learn how peer based and other recovery support programs are meeting the challenges of providing help to individuals and families facing behavioral problems in in Rural, Frontier and Tribal Communities including:

• Expanding the Peer Workforce
• Boosting Community Connections
• Uplifting the System of Care
• Navigating Finances

Register today: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu2opz0rHL478Nsndh1FqSt1rL018RU

So happy to collaborate with our friends at the Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network again! Read, share & subscribe to their free newsletter! EXCELLENT resources for the latest info on addiction/treatment research + more!https://t.e2ma.net/webview/lk5kwg/e94f05141afdfed632c3bb87a9135b9d

We got extra funding in 2023 to boost Recovery Community Organizations' ability to perform insurance billing for peer recovery support services. Our new report includes a national overview of Medicaid reimbursement for peer services, funding authority types, billing codes, recommendations + more.

Get the report here: https://ow.ly/vkrr50SmP04

Join us!

Racism, oppression and historic marginalization makes finding access to substance use care and resources complex for communities of color. Join panelists on Thursday from Youth MOVE National, Bronx Movil, and the Center For African American Recovery Development to explore how providers can navigate culturally responsive substance use care. Register for this webinar, co-sponsored by the Peer Recovery Center of Excellence: https://bit.ly/45E4jro

Time's running out! ⏳ Help shape the future of the Peer Recovery Center of Excellence by sharing your insights in our survey. Your experiences will guide us in better supporting our peer recovery community. Let's build a stronger, more equitable future together! Take the Survey by 07/01: https://ow.ly/ui2H50SbcwL

Our office is closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Juneteenth marks the abolition of slavery in the United States. Learn more about Juneteenth here: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/juneteenth.htm