ABC System Modernization Bill
July 16th, 2010 by Clarissa Goodlett

The General Assembly passed H1717 (S1112) to modernize the North Carolina ABC System.  Privitization of the system did was not part of this bill.

You can view the complete text of the bill HERE.
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Addressing Workforce Issues in North Carolina
July 16th, 2010 by Clarissa Goodlett

At the Advancing the Conversation: The Impact of National Trends on NC Conference May 26-27, Dr. Paula Horvatich of the Mid-Atlantic ATTC (Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network) gave a presentation on Addressing Workforce Issues in North Carolina.

Highlights of the Presentation:

  • Workforce reports of the past decade – what do they say?
  • Changing the paradigm – it’s a public health issue!
  • Miscellaneous observations, trends, direction, initiatives.
  • What are the implications for curricula?
  • Curriculum infusion packages as resources.

You can download the complete powerpoint presentation here:   Workforce Issues for NC presentation [5.4 MiB]
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ATC Series – Conference Event
July 15th, 2010 by Mary Powell

Ensuring The Future of Addiction Treatment  in the New Health Care Environment:

Supporting Resiliency and Recovery

Friday, August 20th – Greensboro Marriott Downtown
9:30 am -3:30 pm


Topics and Speakers:

Why a Resiliency and Recovery Oriented System of Care is Important to People in Recovery

Steve Gumbley, New England ATTC

Parity- A National Overview – Dan Belnap, Legal Action Center

Health Care Reform – A National Overview & Dialogue on Implementation Issues – Dan Belnap, Legal Action Center

Implementation of Health Care Reform, Parity, and Resiliency and Recovery-oriented Systems of Care:

The Experiences of Pioneering States

Shannon Taitt, Director of Partners for Recovery, SAMHSA, Moderator

Michael Botticelli, Director of Substance Abuse Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Barbara Cimaglio, Deputy Commissioner for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs, Vermont Dept. of Health.

There is no charge for this program, but registration is limited to an agency’s CEO and one senior manager.  To reserve your place at this event – go to Register Now button on the right side of this page!

Sponsored by SAMHSA, the SEATTC and the NC Division of MH/DD/SA
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Summary Version of Special Implementation Update #75
July 12th, 2010 by Clarissa Goodlett

The summary version of Special Implementation Update #75 has been posted to the Division website. Topics include:

  • Transition Timeframe for Full Critical Access Behavioral Health Agencies Implementation
  • Revised CABHA Letter of Attestation Submission Process
  • Update on Subcontracting between a Critical Access Behavioral Health Agency and another Provider Agency
  • Extension of Case Management Services under Community Support Services
  • Update on Community Support Team, Intensive In-Home and Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Training Requirements
  • Community Support Team Service Revised Rate and Effective Date
  • Community Support Team Revised Authorization Limit and Effective Date

To view Special Implementation Update #75 Summary click HERE.
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North Carolina Summer School for Alcohol and Drug Studies
July 9th, 2010 by Clarissa Goodlett

The 33rd Annual North Carolina Summer School for Alcohol and Drug Studies will be held on the campus of UNC-Wilmington July 26- July 30, 2010.

This year’s School is designed to serve the needs of various persons working in the field of chemical dependency as well as school educators and health care professionals. Outstanding faculty possessing excellent credentials and expertise will present 23 concurrent track sessions, an opening speaker, a banquet speaker, and 23 mini-track sessions.

As in previous years, the 2010 Summer School will be affiliated with UNC-Wilmington. The university features a beautiful, spacious campus, modern facilities, and a commitment by the Division for Public Service and Extended Education staff to provide excellent service and an atmosphere conducive to the needs of School participants and faculty.

For more information on registration, schedule, and curriculum please click HERE (links are found on the left side navigation bar) or visit: http://www.ncfads.org/aboutschool.html
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