The legislature officially voted to increase state funding for our detox and aftercare programs today. Seeing this change pass means families will finally have the support they were denied for so long. I will keep watching to ensure these facilities open their doors quickly.
December 5, 2019
Final supporters
The opioid crisis is being overlooked in the state of Connecticut. The state isn't allowing opioid addicts to get the affordable necessary treatment. The cost barrier is prohibiting a majority of the people in the state to get the treatment and access that they need to get better and start their recovery.
In the state of Connecticut, there is only one state affiliated after-care center. That alone is staggering. According to drugbase.org, there were upwards of 1,000 overdose deaths in 2017 alone. That number will increase year by year if we continue to let this issue be swept under the rug.
Our goal is to create an impactful change for addicted individuals by increasing funds for state-run detox centers and aftercare programs. With your signatures, we will then go forth to our state legislatures and bring attention this issue. It is time to make change now before more people suffer in even greater numbers.
According to AddictionCenter.com, on average, after-care centers cost around between $1,500-$1,600 a month (AddictionCenter.com) These centers may include....which includes detox, impatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. It is time for our legislatures to take action and provide more state funding to make these treatment centers more accessible and affordable. From 2017 to 2018 there was an increase of 50+ deaths in Connecticut related to opioid crisis.
By signing this petition, your are joining the outraged voices of Connecticut citizens, advocating for change in governmental spending to aid in the rehabilitation of opioid addicts. you are contributing your voice to bringing attention to our legislatures to increase funding for the opioid crisis in Connecticut. It is time to hold our legislatures accountable for the health of Connecticut's citizens. Opioid addicts are a slave to their drug and are not choosing a life of drug abuse. It's about time that the government stops treating them as second class citizens and offers funding to support their health and recovery through funding more detox beds and aftercare centers.
THE CHANGE STARTS NOW!
This petition was started by students at Southern Connecticut State University to fight for a lasting change for Connecticut's opioid crisis. Through your signatures and support, we can make our voices heard by our legislature. Together, we can make a difference!
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
November 7, 2019
November 2, 2019
Seeing this kind of movement confirms that so many of you have felt the same hopelessness I have felt while watching loved ones struggle to find a bed. We have reached a point where legislators can no longer claim they are unaware of the desperation across our state. I am carrying your stories with me as I prepare to bring this directly to their doors.
October 20, 2019
I have been reading the stories some of you left in the comments and the pain people are carrying in this state is simply heartbreaking. My brother deserved better than the lack of options we have right now and I am fighting to make sure nobody else loses a loved one to this broken system.
Reached 100 supporters
October 7, 2019
35 Comments
This should be a priority in this state with the current epidemic we are enduring. Addiction doesn’t affect 1 type of person, it does not discriminate against age, color, religion, political status, gender or status. I lost my brother 1.5 years ago and when he was looking for the help he wanted and needed, there was NONE! Enough with the stigmas... Give them the opportunity to find and get help.
Stop the stigma. Let's get people the help they need. Remember my son Ryan Moore, forever 25, drug induced homicide. Heroin with fentanyl.
Going through this crisis with my son has showed me the need for more long term facilities especially for those without the financial means to seek private facilities. With this such an epidemic and all the talk from politicians you would think there would be alot of options.
My son died of an overdose 10-20-15. I never even rec’d a call from local police to do a follow up or to check his cell to see who he bought it from
The opiod epidemic seems to be forgotten but its taking lives at alarming rates. If the government can be so quick to fight vaping with such vigor, why cant they do the same with the opiod epidemic?
This is a major problem that needs to get fixed!!
Rooting for you guys! Keep up the awesome work you all are doing!
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The legislature officially voted to increase state funding for our detox and aftercare programs today. Seeing this change pass means families will finally have the support they were denied for so long. I will keep watching to ensure these facilities open their doors quickly.
December 5, 2019
Final supporters
The opioid crisis is being overlooked in the state of Connecticut. The state isn't allowing opioid addicts to get the affordable necessary treatment. The cost barrier is prohibiting a majority of the people in the state to get the treatment and access that they need to get better and start their recovery.
In the state of Connecticut, there is only one state affiliated after-care center. That alone is staggering. According to drugbase.org, there were upwards of 1,000 overdose deaths in 2017 alone. That number will increase year by year if we continue to let this issue be swept under the rug.
Our goal is to create an impactful change for addicted individuals by increasing funds for state-run detox centers and aftercare programs. With your signatures, we will then go forth to our state legislatures and bring attention this issue. It is time to make change now before more people suffer in even greater numbers.
According to AddictionCenter.com, on average, after-care centers cost around between $1,500-$1,600 a month (AddictionCenter.com) These centers may include....which includes detox, impatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. It is time for our legislatures to take action and provide more state funding to make these treatment centers more accessible and affordable. From 2017 to 2018 there was an increase of 50+ deaths in Connecticut related to opioid crisis.
By signing this petition, your are joining the outraged voices of Connecticut citizens, advocating for change in governmental spending to aid in the rehabilitation of opioid addicts. you are contributing your voice to bringing attention to our legislatures to increase funding for the opioid crisis in Connecticut. It is time to hold our legislatures accountable for the health of Connecticut's citizens. Opioid addicts are a slave to their drug and are not choosing a life of drug abuse. It's about time that the government stops treating them as second class citizens and offers funding to support their health and recovery through funding more detox beds and aftercare centers.
THE CHANGE STARTS NOW!
This petition was started by students at Southern Connecticut State University to fight for a lasting change for Connecticut's opioid crisis. Through your signatures and support, we can make our voices heard by our legislature. Together, we can make a difference!
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
November 7, 2019
November 2, 2019
Seeing this kind of movement confirms that so many of you have felt the same hopelessness I have felt while watching loved ones struggle to find a bed. We have reached a point where legislators can no longer claim they are unaware of the desperation across our state. I am carrying your stories with me as I prepare to bring this directly to their doors.
October 20, 2019
I have been reading the stories some of you left in the comments and the pain people are carrying in this state is simply heartbreaking. My brother deserved better than the lack of options we have right now and I am fighting to make sure nobody else loses a loved one to this broken system.
Reached 100 supporters
October 7, 2019
35 Comments
This epidemic will only get worse if we not only gain funding, but most importantly make sure it is allocated properly!!! We need more beds. We need better options and much better aftercare!
This should be a priority in this state with the current epidemic we are enduring. Addiction doesn’t affect 1 type of person, it does not discriminate against age, color, religion, political status, gender or status. I lost my brother 1.5 years ago and when he was looking for the help he wanted and needed, there was NONE! Enough with the stigmas... Give them the opportunity to find and get help.
Stop the stigma. Let's get people the help they need. Remember my son Ryan Moore, forever 25, drug induced homicide. Heroin with fentanyl.
Going through this crisis with my son has showed me the need for more long term facilities especially for those without the financial means to seek private facilities. With this such an epidemic and all the talk from politicians you would think there would be alot of options.
My son died of an overdose 10-20-15. I never even rec’d a call from local police to do a follow up or to check his cell to see who he bought it from
The opiod epidemic seems to be forgotten but its taking lives at alarming rates. If the government can be so quick to fight vaping with such vigor, why cant they do the same with the opiod epidemic?
This is a major problem that needs to get fixed!!
Rooting for you guys! Keep up the awesome work you all are doing!
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This epidemic will only get worse if we not only gain funding, but most importantly make sure it is allocated properly!!! We need more beds. We need better options and much better aftercare!