Black Behavioral Health Network in Springfield awarded funding to address substance use

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A Springfield organization was awarded a grant to address substance use. State leaders in Russell discuss opioid epidemic in rural areas The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that $2.9 million was awarded to 20 organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to address substance use in the communities they serve, which continue to be disproportionately impacted by increases in overdoses.   The new initiative is a program called Redefining Community Wellness to address substance use disorder focusing on overdose prevention, intervention, and recovery services including underlying social, economic, and environmental conditions that can put people at greater risk for substance misuse. The following organizations will receive up to $145,000 over 17 months through June 2025. African Cultural Services, Inc. – Waltham serving the Metrowest region B FREE Wellness – South Yarmouth serving the Southeast region Black Behavioral Health Network, Inc. – Springfield serving the Western region Calvary Pentecostal Church – East Freetown serving the Southeast region Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell (CMAA) – Lowell serving the Northeast region Chastity’s Consulting & Talent Group – Boston serving the Boston and Central regions Choice Recovery Coaching, Inc. – Springfield serving the Western region Dwelling House of...