Addiction Treatment

The bill was introduced in response to NHPR reporting that uncovered allegations of sexual misconduct in addiction treatment and recovery communities.

In response to NHPR’s “The 13th Step” podcast, a group of lawmakers and substance use disorder treatment providers are proposing new legislation to create more oversight of recovery programs in New Hampshire.

The New Hampshire Harm Reduction Coalition is in line to receive the largest grant. The contracts will need Executive Council approval.

As officials decide how to spend the money, they’re also confronting larger questions about how best to respond to the ongoing addiction crisis.

Doug Griffin became an advocate for recovery after his daughter Courtney died of a fentanyl overdose in 2014.

The change will allow more doctors to prescribe drugs like Suboxone that reduce opioid cravings.

The agreement is part of a national settlement that alleges Walmart contributed to the opioid crisis by not properly overseeing the dispensing of the medications.

September is Recovery Month, and Nashua's Division of Public Health and Community Services wants to improve the lives of those affected by substance use disorders.

An NHPR investigation has revealed multiple allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Spofford, the founder and former CEO of Granite Recovery Centers. GRC is New Hampshire’s largest provider of substance use disorder treatment. The claims involve former employees and a former client and include allegations of sexual harassment and assault.

One of the largest providers of substance use disorder treatment in New Hampshire is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak. At least 27 clients and staff of…