United Way - Joining the Fight against Opioid Addiction |
In January, Governor Wolf declared a state emergency because of the opioid epidemic. This identified the fight against opioid abuse and heroin use a top priority. In 2016, 13 Pennsylvania residents died of a drug-related overdose each day.
UWP has heard concerns from United Ways and legislators about how the opioid epidemic is affecting the work of United Ways. UWP is interested in learning if any United Ways have taken steps in existing programs to fight opioid abuse. We're also interested in learning whether United Ways are funding new programs or starting their own programs to address this serious problem. Please answer the following questions regarding your program and any training you'd like to see offered.