New York is investing more than $63 million to expand addiction services, with funding aimed at prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction programs across the state.
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) announced the awards Tuesday, saying the money will help connect more people to housing, treatment, and medication — especially in underserved communities.
“With new state funding, we are further expanding several successful initiatives that will help ensure that more New Yorkers are able to access the help and resources they need,” said OASAS Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham.
More than half the funding — $33 million — comes from opioid settlement agreements. Those dollars will support short-term housing programs, school-based prevention efforts, senior education, and addiction workforce development. That includes paid internships and a fellowship program for future addiction professionals.
An additional $30 million in state funds will expand access to medication for opioid use disorder, increase street outreach, and provide treatment resources in jails and prisons.
To date, New York has committed over $409 million from the opioid settlement fund — more than any other state.
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