Peers as an Effective Strategy for Engaging Individuals with Addictions in Recovery

• By: Arlene González-Sánchez NY State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)
• January 1st, 2020
• addiction treatment, Certified Recovery Peer Advocates, community-based care, hospital emergency engagement, Medicaid reimbursement, opioid overdose support, peer recovery services, telehealth and mobile treatment
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As New York expands its Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC), the utilization of peers within hospital emergency rooms, addiction treatment, and recovery support providers, has demonstrated tremendous value, and opportunities to achieve enhanced engagement and retention of individuals in need of...