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DMHAS recognizes the importance of addressing underage drinking in communities where young people live. In collaboration with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), resources are available to communities to implement strategies to reduce underage alcohol use and its harmful effects.
COVID-19 Mental Health Impact Survey
DMHAS is conducting a survey to help us better understand the impact of COVID-19 in our community. Your input is critical to help us understand the needs of the community and prioritize policy and program decisions.
This page archives DMHAS updates to clients, providers, and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$5.5 Million in New Federal Funding Available to Connecticut to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) today announced its intent to apply for $5.5 million from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to combat the prescription opioid and heroin crisis.
Press Release: DMHAS Partners with Connecticut REALTORS® on LiveLOUD Opioid Campaign
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and Connecticut REALTORS® are partnering together on the LiveLOUD opioid campaign.
Press Release: Governor Lamont Proclaims May 12-18, 2019 as Prevention Week in Connecticut
Governor Ned Lamont has proclaimed this week, May 12-18, 2019, as Prevention Week in Connecticut, joining the nation for National Prevention Week (NPW) in an effort to increase public awareness of, and action around, substance misuse and mental health issues.
Press Release: DMHAS LiveLOUD Opioid Campaign Wins 2019 American Web Design Awards
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services’ (DMHAS) LiveLOUD opioid campaign has been named a winner in the 2019 American Web Design Awards.
Governor Ned Lamont and the members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation today announced that the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is receiving a $5.8 million federal grant that will be used to enhance the state’s efforts to fight the opioid crisis.
Press Release: State Provides Hospital Emergency Departments with Naloxone
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), with assistance from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) and Connecticut Hospital Association, announced today that all hospital emergency departments (ED) in Connecticut now have naloxone available for distribution to patients and loved ones upon discharge through a federal grant.