Governor Hochul Announces $9.5 Million in Federal Funding for Substance Use Disorder Prevention Services

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As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to exacerbate substance abuse and overdoses across New York State, Governor Hochul has announced the availability of $9.5 million in federal funding to expand evidence-based practices for substance use disorder prevention services to youth, families, and communities. This funding will support providers who have seen their services impacted by the pandemic, enabling them to continue their important work in preventing addiction. The funding will also facilitate greater access to prevention strategies in communities across the state, with eligible providers able to apply for up to $70,000 in funding.

Key Takeaways:

  • The $9.5 million in federal funding will be administered by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) to support providers who have seen their services impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The funding will enable providers to continue delivering evidence-based prevention services to youth, families, and communities, with a focus on providing greater access to prevention strategies in communities across the state.
  • Eligible providers may apply for up to $70,000 in funding, with the application process available online at https://oasas.ny.gov/request-applications.
  • OASAS has recognized the value and necessity of prevention services, particularly for youth, families, young adults, and communities, and has worked to adapt prevention practices to a virtual model during the pandemic.
  • This federal funding will support the delivery of new prevention services through start-up funding and the continued delivery of existing services through updated programs.
  • Providers may use the funding to upgrade their IT systems, including improved hardware and software, as well as subscriptions to videoconferencing platforms.

Statistics:

  • $9.5 million in federal funding is available to support evidence-based practices for substance use disorder prevention services.
  • The funding is available to support providers who were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Elible providers may apply for up to $70,000 in funding.
  • The funding will be administered by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports.
  • The application process is available online at https://oasas.ny.gov/request-applications.

Sources:

  • Governor Hochul's news release
  • Senator Pete Harckham's statement
  • New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) website