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Report

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Publication Date

8-2006

Conference Sponsor

SAMHSA, Center of Substance Abuse and Prevention, Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant.

Abstract/ Summary

This tip-sheet will provide you with key project recommendations and action steps to utilize within your community to implement project findings. It includes tips for many distinct groups, such as healthcare providers and administrators, advocates, local leaders and officials, researchers, program planners, administrators and policymakers, and practitioners. They include implementation of models for healthcare strategies, open discussions, system changes, funding, decision making, intervention, and education. Resources include the Office of Substance Abuse Information Resource Center, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Agency, the Centers for Disease Control, and the recovery community. It identifies key partners and crucial aspects of prevention and treatment of the issue of substance abuse in older individuals.

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pre-print (i.e. pre-refereeing)

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