New Jersey Could Expand Addiction Program
Under a $5-million plan presented by New Jersey welfare officials,
two new addiction-treatment programs will be opened in the state
and another would receive funding for expansion, the Associated
Press reported April 27.
Under the plan presented by James Davy, human-services commissioner,
Seabrook House's Matri-Ark program would be expanded to accommodate
36 families. Currently, the program, which enables children to stay
with their mothers while they receive drug treatment, serves up
to 14 families.
In addition, two new programs will be established in Newark and
Lafayette.
"Substance abuse is the most pressing problem facing children
and families," Davy said. "However, we have ignored this
problem for far too long by failing to fund services."
The plan requires legislature approval before it can be implemented.
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