Funding to support treatment for the problem use of opioids and stimulants By Gov. Tony Evers - Jan 14th, 2021 02:40 pm
MADISON Gov.
Tony Evers announced today that the the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded nearly $9 million to 23 county agencies and five tribal nations to provide treatment services for the harmful use of opioids such as prescription pain relievers, heroin, and fentanyl or stimulants such as cocaine and methamphetamine.
“Too many Wisconsinites, and their friends, family, and neighbors, have experienced the tragedies of harmful use of stimulants and opioids first hand,” said Gov. Evers. “It tears apart families, impacts our kids, and has affected every Wisconsin community in one way or another. I am glad we are able to get these critical funds out the door to provide treatment and hope for so many.”
Wisconsin awards nearly $9M for drug treatment services
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MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded nearly $9 million to provide treatment services to combat opioid and stimulant drug use in the state, Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday, Jan. 14.
Twenty-three county health agencies and five tribal nations will receive portions of the $8.9 million distribution.
Each recipient received funding based on the level of need for treatment services. More than 2,100 people are expected to receive treatment services as a result of these grant awards.
In southeastern Wisconsin, just over $3.3 million was distributed to seven counties:
North Central Wisconsin counties, tribal nation receive funds for drug treatment services
MADISON, Wis. (WAOW) The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is awarding $9 million to 23 county agencies and five tribal nations for the purpose of providing drug treatment services.
“Too many Wisconsinites, and their friends, family, and neighbors, have experienced the tragedies of harmful use of stimulants and opioids first hand,” said Gov. Evers. “It tears apart families, impacts our kids, and has affected every Wisconsin community in one way or another. I am glad we are able to get these critical funds out the door to provide treatment and hope for so many.”