SOLACE
SOLACE – SOLACE “Surviving Our Loss and Continuing Everday” is a support group established to help the families of those who have lost loved ones, especially those who have lost loved ones to the epidemic of prescription drug abuse. The SOLACE Memorial is dedicated to our lost loved ones and symbolizes the commitment of the residents of Portsmouth and Scioto County to “Be the Wall” against prescription drug abuse. Additional information is found at : Facebook: Fix the Scioto County Problem of Drug Abuse, Misuse, and Overdose www.facebook.com “Tonight I Hold This Candle” was written and recorded by Alan Pedersen. Thanks Alan for one of the most touching songs recorded.
Scott Gagnon: Initiatives taken to combat prescription drug abuse
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This is a program that provides prescribers with information on their patient's prescriptions to help them spot potential doctor shopping, addiction and drug diversion issues. It is a very effective tool in the effort to prevent and reduce addiction …
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Pill crimes bring the need for an extra prosecutor
Filed under: drug abuse help for families
“The growth of synthetic narcotic manufacture and abuse coupled with prescription drug abuse is the fastest growing area of narcotic abuse in our county, not to mention the increase in DWIs related to prescription drug abuse. “This additional …
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Salvation Army provides a roof, with rules, to start over again | Local News …
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… rent assistance, a food pantry, clothing, day-care services, summer camps, services for the aging, shelters for homeless men and women, shelters for battered women and children, family and career counseling, vocational training and substance-abuse …
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