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Every day and in communities across the country, we are fighting to connect more people to the mental health and substance use treatment they deserve. Follow our work in the news; learn more about our virtual and in-person events; and visit our blog to gain insight into the state of the field, new treatment trends and opportunities for organizational excellence.
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Filling the Gaps in SUD Care CoordinationMar 24, 2025
A critical truth: We are not failing patients with substance use disorders (SUDs) because we lack effective treatments. We are failing them because long-term, sustained recovery often depends on what happens between and after treatment. That’s where care coordination comes in.SUD care coordination is unique because it requires navigating both…
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Conference Colleague Spotlight: Juan GonzalezMar 17, 2025
Meet Master Sergeant Juan Gonzalez, a first-time NatCon25 attendee and veteran navigator for Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK), a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Gonzalez retired from the U.S. Air Force after 27 years of honorable service. Today, he dedicates his career…
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