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Register today for the ADM Recovery Challenge 5K!
May 4, 2018
Saturday, May 19th at IBH Addiction Recovery Center Area runners and walkers are invited to participate in the sixth annual ADM Recovery Challenge 5K. The race involves running/walking and obstacles that are metaphoric to the challenging path recovery can be for those fighting addiction and mental illness. All this takes place on the scenic grounds […]
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2018-19 Targeted Prevention School Mini-Grant RFP
April 18, 2018
The County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board has designated $100,000 for targeted prevention school mini grants. Drawing from the results of the Youth Risk Behavior Survey results for Summit County High School and Middle School students, the Board is requesting proposals from local schools to support resources and programming that promote the well-being of […]
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County of Summit ADM Board seeking AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer
April 17, 2018
The ADM Board is seeking to engage an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer to coordinate the Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) initiative in Summit County. The deadline to apply is June 8th. Learn more about the position and application process.
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County of Summit ADM Board Announces Week of Appreciation April 9-13, 2018 for Those on the Frontlines of the Opioid Epidemic
March 29, 2018
Summit County, OH – The County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board is recognizing frontline workers and first responders during a week of appreciation, April 9-13, 2018. The ADM Board encourages all citizens of Summit County to find a way to show gratitude to their local safety forces and those that […]
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ADM Board welcomes new staff member
December 21, 2017
The ADM Board welcomes Chrissy Gashash as the new Manager of Community Relations. She started in December, succeeding Mary Alice Sonnhalter who retires at the end of the year after over 10 years of service. Chrissy has held communication and marketing positions in the behavioral health and non-profit fields for over 15 years and is a […]
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Project D.A.W.N. Changes to Wednesdays
December 19, 2017
Summit County Public Health Moves D.A.W.N. Clinic Project DAWN, a community-based drug overdose prevention and education project, is moving to Wednesdays with the same hours 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.(every hour) at Summit County Public Health. Participants receive training on recognizing the signs and symptoms of overdose, distinguishing between different types of overdose, performing rescue […]
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Compulsive Hoarding Training Coming in December
November 14, 2017
An Introduction into Intervention Will Broaden Skills for Clinicians The County of Summit ADM Board, Summit County Public Health and the NASW Ohio Chapter will be hosting a training aimed at broadening skills and knowledge about compulsive hoarding and similar disorders on December 7th. The training will be presented by Gabrielle Faggella, MSSA, LISW-S, ACSW […]
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Addiction & Mental Health Experts Address Health Care Professionals at Recent Conference
November 9, 2017
Health Education Event Attracts Over 160 from Across Ohio Over 160 professionals attended the 4th Annual Current Concepts in Integrated Health Care Conference on Saturday, November 4th. Guest speakers from the mental health and addiction fields presented on topics including Alcohol Use Disorders in Women, Smoking Cessation, Effective Healthcare Strategies for Patients with Borderline Personality […]
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ADM Board Recognizes Trailblazers at Appreciation Luncheon
September 28, 2017
ADM Board Honors Trailblazers at Appreciation Luncheon About 230 people attended the appreciation luncheon where the County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADM) Services Board paid tribute to local trailblazers. Those who received the 2017 Trailblazer Awards include: Candace Pallante, Gerard Dusa, The Devil Strip, and Greg McNeil. In 2007, the County of […]
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2016 Annual Report Highlights Mental Health Campaign & Opiate Task Force
Stories highlighting the Change Direction and Man Therapy campaigns that made their debut in Summit County in 2016, the Summit County Opiate Task Force at work, the 2016 Trailblazer Award recipients, and more. Download the 2016 Annual Report – PDF
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