The Columbia-Greene Addiction Coalition (CGAC) is a collaborative initiative spanning two counties: Columbia and Greene. Its mission is to address substance use disorder by mobilizing communities to expand harm reduction, prevention education, and ensure adequate support for treatment and recovery1. Here are some key points about CGAC:
- Purpose and Focus:
- CGAC is dedicated to addiction prevention, education, treatment, and recovery resources.
- It aims to foster coordination, collaboration, and communication among organizations, stakeholders, and residents across all sectors.
- The coalition actively engages with the community to combat the opioid epidemic and substance misuse.
- Substance Use Disorder Statistics:
- Between 2019 and 2022 in Columbia and Greene Counties, there were:
- 100 Fentanyl and Illicit Drug Induced Deaths
- 696 Fentanyl and Illicit Drug Overdoses
- Over 5,000 community members and loved ones affected by substance abuse1.
- Between 2019 and 2022 in Columbia and Greene Counties, there were:
- Areas of Focus:
- Harm Reduction: CGAC provides access to harm reduction supplies to reduce risks associated with substance use.
- Prevention Education: The coalition emphasizes individual and environmental prevention practices at home, school, and throughout communities to prevent substance misuse, especially among young people.
- Treatment and Recovery Support: CGAC connects individuals with treatment and recovery services in Columbia and Greene counties12.
If you’re interested in learning more or getting involved, feel free to explore their resources and reach out to them! 🌟
