We all want safe and healthy communities where families and neighbors can thrive. As the opioid crisis and addiction continue to devastate our country, communities are looking for opioid response plans with actionable solutions that make a positive difference for those at risk of addiction, those already struggling with this disease, and those in recovery.
From prevention and treatment to recovery support and harm reduction, local governments and coalitions need a comprehensive plan of action that recognizes the systems and programs that are already in place and prioritizes additional policies and programs to build on their infrastructure.
Our team has helped dozens of communities plan for a more effective response to addiction. Through our ten-point Opioid Response and Addiction Action Plan process, Springlake Solutions engages community leaders and other stakeholders, highlights programs working in the community, and identifies evidence-informed steps to build on existing efforts. The process and the plan enable stakeholders to establish top priorities and identify other opportunities for enhancing local addiction and opioid responses.
The resulting plan provides a roadmap for the community to move forward and a great tool for grant writing that explains to funders how the projects they support fit into the larger effort.
Stakeholder Engagement
Springlake Solutions works with leaders in your community to develop a council of champions to offer initial insight into your community’s needs, strengths, and challenges. We engage a larger circle of stakeholders, leaders, and community members for additional input.
Opioid Response Analysis
Springlake Solutions collects and analyzes quantitative and qualitative data about strengths, needs, and gaps in the community’s response to substance use disorders. We examine trends in substance use and overdoses, hospitalization, and other signs of addiction’s impact on the community as well as the availability and effectiveness of prevention, treatment, recovery support, and harm reduction services.
Opioid Response Plan Development
Springlake Solutions develops a fully customized Addiction and Opioid Action Plan for your community that highlights and applauds existing efforts to combat substance use disorder. Relying on a menu of hundreds of evidence-based and evidence-informed strategies, we develop a plan of action uniquely suited to the strengths and characteristics of your community.
Opioid Response Plan Rollout
Springlake Solutions works with you to rollout your plan with events and media coverage to ensure community members are aware of the work that’s been done and plans for the future. A properly executed rollout ensures community and stakeholder buy-in that is essential for successful execution of the plan.
