Connecting North Country Communities
North Country Addictions Resource Center
The North Country Addictions Resource Center fosters partnerships and collaboration among addiction prevention, treatment, recovery and harm reduction services throughout Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties along with the Akwesasne Territory. With a strong emphasis on increasing accessibility and awareness throughout the region, the North Country Addictions Resource Center is here to help providers and families alike.
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The Hope of Recovery Documentary
Adirondack Health Institute
Hope of Recovery is a one-hour documentary highlighting first-person stories to affirm that recovery is a process of change through which people improve their health and wellness in a self-directed way. Substance use disorder affects not only the person who is battling the disease, but family and friends alike. Every pathway is different. Every story is unique. All empowered by hope. This documentary was directed and produced by Jordan Craig Media LLC and funded by the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program Grant of Adirondack Health Institute.
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As you know, alcohol affects physical, mental, academic, and social factors for all, but even more so for teens. But, did you know that 70% of teens have admitted to trying alcohol before the age of 18? Click the link for more information:
Northern Tier Providers Coalition
A Network of Behavioral Health Providers
The Northern Tier Providers Coalition (NTPC) is a robust network of rural behavioral health providers across the North Country region that began in the early 1990s. With over 15 agencies represented, NTPC provides members with an opportunity to collaborate and effectively advocate for the needs of the North Country.
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Navigating the complex world of addiction
Where Do I Begin?
Substance Use Disorder, often referred to as drug addiction, is a disease that impacts a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medication. Substances such as alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine are considered drugs along with prescription and illicit drugs. People with a Substance Use Disorder often continue using drugs despite the harm it causes. Recovery for those impacted by a Substance Use Disorder looks different for everyone and resources are available to support individuals in need wherever they are on their path to recovery.
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Supportive Resources for Addiction Professionals
The Professionals Directory is a comprehensive resource guide to help addiction professionals assist clients with addressing the social determinants of health. The directory includes available services in the seven county North Country Region, including the Akwesasne territory. Service categories include mental health, food, clothing, housing, transportation, employment, legal, financial, insurance, case management, and self-help.
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Local Resources
Find the resources available to assist yourself or a loved one suffering from a Substance Use Disorder. This comprehensive resource guide is filterable by county including the counties of Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence and the Akwesasne Territory. This resource guide is also filterable by service type, including the wide range of support services available in the North Country region.
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