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Substance abuse grants awarded to Appalachian programs Shawna De La Rosa | Apr 2, 2021 Share this: Appalachian Regional Commission’s (ARC) INvestments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems awarded $1.1 million in grants for three projects in the Appalachian region of Virginia that will focus on substance abuse disorders and providing a path that allows individuals to re-enter the workforce.
Governor Ralph Northam, who serves as ARC’s States’ 2021 co-chair, said that as both a doctor and governor he sees how substance abuse affects the entire commonwealth. “We need a focused, regional approach to reducing addiction and supporting recovery. The INSPIRE Initiative will help build a more resilient and thriving Appalachia, and I am proud of the strong collaborative efforts of our regional partners throughout Appalachian Virginia to bring this federally supported program to their communities.” ....