CALL TO ACTION
Co-Sponsor the Family Support Services Addiction Act
It is more important than ever to increase Advocacy and Influence for legislation as the Opioid crisis continues to escalate at an alarming rate during this Pandemic. New legislation that was formally introduced to Congress on 1/09/2020, identified as The Family Support Services Addiction Act will establish a grant program for community organizations that provide support and resources for families struggling with substance use disorder.
This bill directly addresses the gaps of support within addiction care that result in adverse events for both the family and the patient by addressing the importance of family empowerment and involvement as critical to successful long-term recovery results. This cannot be stressed enough as the Stigma of addiction and the shame endured by America’s families has been a barrier to family involvement and accessing quality treatment.
At Angels of Champions, we understand the important role of a family’s involvement while navigating addiction challenges. We understand the journey and the importance of empowering families to be effective for their loved ones.
Family involvement is a bridge that can make the difference between life and death.
This is WHY this legislation is so important.
Please take a moment to Learn More about this critical legislation by clicking on the following links:
For the Senate Bill, Click Here.
For the House Bill, Click Here
How YOU can help
We need you to URGE your members of Congress to Co-Sponsor the Family Support Services for addiction Act, H.R. 5572 in the House, and S. 3179 in the Senate. This bill is in the first phase of approval. To date, it has been read twice in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Please visit the CONTACT page on this web site and fill in the required information to easily make your voice heard. Then indicate your desire to be involved in this effort by clicking the Hand in Hand Campaign box so that we may provide you with information and links to help you easily send a letter to your Senators and Representatives in Congress as well as provide you with important updates as we move forward.
Contact us at angels@angelsofchampions.org if you should have questions concerning this legislation or about the process of connecting to your representative.
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Warmly,
Carolyn Hauck | Founder, Angels of Champions
