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WHEREAS, recovery from substance use disorders is possible through a variety of treatment resources and recovery support programs; and,
WHEREAS, thousands of people across the United States are living happy, healthy and productive lives in recovery; and,
WHEREAS, resources exist online and in our community to increase people’s awareness about how substance abuse disorders affect children, families, and our society; and,
WHEREAS, research confirms that specific treatment interventions and approaches are effective; and,
WHEREAS, such education and training are essential to overcoming misconceptions and helping people achieve long-term recovery; and,
WHEREAS, to help more people enter a path of recovery, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, IRETA and the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, invite all residents of Pittsburgh to participate in National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month during the month of September 2015; and,
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend and celebrate IRETA and their many partners for all of their efforts to educate and assist policy makers, physical and behavioral healthcare providers, educators, consumers and their families; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare the month of September 2015 to be “National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month” in the City of Pittsburgh, and encourages all citizens to recognize treatment and recovery support programs throughout the rest of the year and beyond.