Southeast Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center (ROTA-RC)

Link

https://serotarcnetwork.org/

Sponsor

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Description

Serves as a Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center (ROTA-R) in the Southeast region of the U.S. Develops training and provides technical assistance to address opioid and stimulant use in rural communities. Supports rural communities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

What This Program Offers

Southeast Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center can provide:

• Training and technical assistance on various topics, including overdose awareness, harm reduction strategies, medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), stigma and substance use for LGBTQ+ populations, and more
• Information on opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment facilities in the 8-state service area
• State-specific resources to obtain fentanyl test strips, Narcan, or Naloxone

Who Can Receive Services from This Program

Eligible participants are healthcare providers, local community leaders, and organizations addressing or seeking to address SUD in their communities.

Geographic Coverage

Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee

Application

There is no application process to receive assistance.

To request technical assistance complete the online request form.

For additional questions or information:
850-644-3497

Topics

Overdose Prevention • Substance Use Disorder • Treatment