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Man Therapy™ launches in Summit County
May 17, 2016
In partnership with the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Summit County ADM Board has launched a social marketing campaign targeted at working-aged men to erase the stigma surrounding mental health. Man Therapy™ reshapes the conversation, using humor to cut through stigma and tackle issues like depression, divorce and […]
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Over 1,100 Ohioans Attend Annual Opiate Conference
May 5, 2016
At a statewide conference in Columbus, over 1,100 attendees participated in Ohio’s 2016 Opiate Conference: Advancing Prevention, Intervention, Treatment, and Recovery. Professionals, individuals, and family members impacted by addiction to opiates and other drugs were in attendance to learn from local, state, and national leaders. Summit County was well represented at the conference focused on […]
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The ADM Board Increasing Prevention Programming
April 1, 2016
This is the second year that the County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board has designated $750,000 for new, targeted prevention funding. Drawing from the results of the Youth Risk Behavior Survey for Summit County High School (PDF) and Middle School (PDF) students, the Board is requesting proposals in three areas: 1. Out of School […]
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Got drugs? DEA Drug Take Back Day – April 30
March 25, 2016
Properly dispose of unwanted medication April 30, 201610:00 AM – 2:00 PM The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Locate a collection site near you. Download our PDF
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We Welcome Our New Staff!
February 8, 2016
We are delighted to introduce you to the newest members of our staff! Darlene Migas is the Administrative Assistant who will provide support for the clinical services department. She comes to us from the Board of Developmental Disabilities and also has had previous Board experience at both the Lake and Hamilton County ADAMHS Boards. Christine Smalley joins us as the […]
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Senator LaRose Receives Legislator of the Year
February 1, 2016
Honored As Legislator of the Year by Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities COLUMBUS—State Senator Frank LaRose (R-Copley Township) this week was named Legislator of the Year by The Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities (OACBHA). The OACHBA each year names a legislator who has exemplified leadership in regard to the Association’s mission […]
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ADM Board Welcomes New Members
December 14, 2015
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADM) Services Board recently welcomed 2 new members to the Board of Directors. Elizabeth A. England, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, of Akron and Twinsburg resident Todd M. Ivan, MD were sworn in by Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio at the December Board meeting. From Left to Right: Elizabeth A. England, Judge Linda […]
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ADM Board Names Associate Director of Clinical Services
The ADM Board has promoted Aimee R. Wade, MSW, LISW-S, OCPS II, to Associate Director of Clinical Services. Aimee joined the ADM Board staff in 2010 as the Compliance, Prevention and Training Coordinator. During that time, she was instrumental in coordinating and conducting agency compliance reviews, increasing and enhancing ADM system prevention efforts, facilitating the […]
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State of the County’s Health Revealed
December 9, 2015
Summit County Public Health and the ADM Board provided an overview of the State of the County’s Health last week that included both significant accomplishments and challenges. Watch the brief video of the highlights the complete report may be downloaded here. Read the related story from the Akron Beacon Journal.
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ADM Board Honors Trailblazers at Appreciation Luncheon
December 3, 2015
About 300 people attended appreciation luncheon on October 21st where we paid tribute to local trailblazers. Those who received Trailblazer Awards include: Mark Salchak, Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, Patty Slevey and Rev. Patrick J. Barrett. In 2007, the County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADM) Services Board established awards in honor of […]
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