Michigan Older Adult Substance Abuse Network

Made possible through funding by the Michigan Department of Community Health - Division of Substance Abuse Quality and Planning - Michigan Older Adult Substance Network Grant

Resources

Technical Assistance, Information, Training, and Consultation

A variety of publications (including "The Best is Yet to Be", policy directions for older adult substance abusers, and  "Growth at Any Age", a comprehensive resource guide for older adult substance abuse treatment and prevention) are available, with new publications and revisions on an ongoing basis.   Individualized consultation, technical assistance, and training are available to individuals, groups and organizations.

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Regional Workshops and Local Initiatives

Technical assistance and limited financial support are available to local community groups sponsoring educational events or local cooperative efforts related to substance abuse and older adults.

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Annual Statewide Network Conference

Focused on issues identified by providers, the annual Network conference brings together health and allied health professionals, aging providers, and other human service providers for education, networking, and the opportunity for input on policy directions.

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Network Profile Newsletter

This newsletter published three times a year, reviews the latest trends and developments in policy, treatment, prevention, and research related to older adult substance abuse issues.

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Network Leadership Council

Leaders in older adult substance abuse services (both prevention and treatment) from across the state meet quarterly to share resources, develop new approaches, assist in the development of policy and practice directions, and consult regarding Network services.

Click here to see the list of Council members.

Questions?

Do you have other questions? You may contact us via email at . We will try to answer your questions within three business days. Thank you for your interest in the Michigan Older Adult Substance Abuse Network.