In the field
Short summaries of Rhode Island recovery and behavioral health news. Every item links to the original source. Summaries are written by AI and reviewed.
The week in Rhode Island recovery and behavioral health
Funding moves on recovery housing, a certification update for peer specialists, and a third straight quarter of declining overdose deaths.
- Recovery housing expansion plan released, application window expected this winter
- Peer recovery certification hours change in January
- Overdose deaths down again, naloxone distribution credited
Looking ahead
- Oct 16: State Behavioral Health Advisory Council public meeting
- Oct 20: Veterans Resource Fair, Warwick
State releases plan for expanding recovery housing beds
The state outlined a plan to add recovery housing capacity over the next two years. Funding details and the application window are expected this winter.
Example News Source · Oct 9 · Read original (opens in a new tab)
Peer recovery workforce certification requirements updated
Updated training hour requirements take effect in January. Existing certified peers keep their status.
Example State Agency · Oct 8 · Read original (opens in a new tab)
Overdose deaths trend down for third straight quarter
New figures show a continued decline. Officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment access.
Example Public Radio · Oct 6 · Read original (opens in a new tab)