City of Middletown Announces Grants for Opioid Use Disorder Services
MIDDLETOWN, CT — The city of Middletown offering grants to non-profit agencies that provide essential services to residents affected by opioid use disorder.
This initiative is designed to be "part of a broader response" following a landmark settlement with major opioid distributors and manufacturers, which will allocate approximately $24 billion nationally over the next 18 years to states and local jurisdictions, town officials said.
As part of this settlement, Connecticut is expected to receive more than $600 million, with Middletown projected to receive approximately $900,000 over the next 18 years, town officials said.
"These funds will be crucial in supporting local efforts to address the crisis and provide much-needed assistance to individuals and families in our community," officials said.
The City of Middletown has collaborated with the Greater Middletown Opioid Task Force to establish a "fair and transparent" process for allocating opioid settlement funding.
"This collaboration reflects the task force's vision of fostering a healthier community through a multi-sector approach, uniting various stakeholders to address the opioid crisis effectively," town officials said.
Town officials said a subcommittee was formed to work closely with the Middletown Health Department for a distribution of funds that "aligns with community needs and priorities."
The focus is on recovery, prevention, and support for those affected by opioid use.
"I am pleased to announce that we will be providing funding to agencies to support projects that will help people who are impacted by opioid use disorder," Middletown Mayor Benjamin Florsheim said. "This is an important opportunity for our community to invest in effective solutions that will make a real difference in the lives of those affected by this epidemic."
