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\nTo continue the work that has led to Kentucky’s four straight years of declines in overdose deaths, Governor Andy Beshear announced Thursday that Meade, Pike and Wolfe counties are now certified as Recovery Ready Communities.<\/p>\n
\nTo continue the work that has led to Kentucky’s four straight years of declines in overdose deaths, Governor Andy Beshear announced Thursday that Meade, Pike and Wolfe counties are now certified as Recovery Ready Communities.<\/p>\n
With the addition of these counties, more than 2.2 million Kentuckians have access to enhanced addiction treatment and recovery services across the 42 counties certified as Recovery Ready. <\/p>\n
Today’s certifications ensure access to addiction treatment to over 95,000 additional Kentuckians. In addition to building on continued decreases in overdose deaths, the Governor said the certifications build on two consecutive years of decreases in recidivism rates and two years in a row of falling serious crime rates. <\/p>\n
Meade County provides its citizens with a broad continuum of evidence-based care that supports individuals seeking recovery with quality treatment through stakeholders like Communicare, Recovery Works and Cumberland Family Medical Center. Prevention efforts in the county are led by the Meade County Champions Anti-Drug Coalition, which brings together schools, public health, law enforcement, treatment providers and community partners to focus on resilience and youth mentoring opportunities. Stakeholders in the county also continue to grow recovery support systems that directly provide resources to those facing addiction and seeking treatment. <\/p>\n
“Being recognized as a Recovery Ready Community is something our community can be proud of. It shows that we’re committed to supporting people who are working to overcome addiction and making sure they have the resources, encouragement, and opportunities they need to succeed,” Meade County Judge\/Executive Troy Kok said. “Recovery doesn’t just change one person’s life. It strengthens families, helps people get back into the workforce, makes our neighborhoods safer, and builds a healthier community for everyone. I’m proud of the work being done across Meade County, and I look forward to continuing our partnership with the Lincoln Trail District Health Department as we keep building a community where hope, healing, and second chances are always within reach.” <\/p>\n
Pike County’s robust addiction prevention ecosystem is present in the county’s public schools, public health department and households. The UNITE Pike Coalition provides youth-centered activities that complement the work of family resource and youth service centers in the Pike County School District to prevent addiction from an early age. Resources provided by the Pike County Health Department and other stakeholders, including Mountain Comprehensive Care Center, BrightView and Spero Health, provide medical and support resources that help those seeking recovery begin and continue their healing. Vulnerable residents also benefit from an innovative The BEAR Healthcare Clinic, which provides integrated care for addiction and behavioral and mental health needs. <\/p>\n
Wolfe County’s strong, highly collaborative prevention system is centered around partnerships between Wolfe Countians Against Drugs, Wolfe County Schools, public health agencies, law enforcement and regional recovery organizations. School-based prevention measures educate children and families on the dangers of addiction, while the Wolfe County Sheriff’s Office maintains a permanent medication disposal site and ensures access to naloxone. The Kentucky River District Health Department, which serves the county, also operates a comprehensive harm reduction outreach program to protect vulnerable residents suffering from addiction.<\/p>\n
The Governor also recognized the continued work of the Northern Kentucky Region of Boone, Campbell, Kenton and Grant counties. Together, these four counties were the first region to receive Recovery Ready certification, being certified in September 2023. The region did not stop at certification and continued collaboratively expanding and strengthening its recovery resources. <\/p>\n
Since receiving its initial certification, the region has expanded access to medication lock boxes and syringe access exchange programs while convening seven partners to provide real-time treatment referrals through the Northern Kentucky Coordinating All Recovery Efforts (CAREs) Team. Regional leadership has also expanded governmental resources, including increasing the number of police social workers and improving housing and emergency shelter services, as well as an increased focus on diverting individuals to treatment prior to involvement in the justice system. <\/p>\n
Earlier this year, the Governor announced that overdose deaths in the commonwealth have decreased for four straight years, with a 22.9% drop in 2025 compared to the previous year. <\/p>\n
If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, the KY HELP Call Center can connect you to treatment by calling 833-8KY-HELP\u202f(833-859-4357).<\/p>\n
Information about treatment programs all across the commonwealth is available at\u202fFindHelpNowKy.org. Information on how to obtain the life-saving drug naloxone, which is used to reverse an opioid overdose, can be found at that website as well as\u202fFindNaloxoneNowKy.org\u202fand\u202fFindMentalHealthNowKy.org. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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