A National Snapshot Update: Access to Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in U.S. Jails and Prisons
Article — Tuesday, 07 February 2023
Gives an overview of litigation, state legislation, and policies that had been adopted to increase access to MAT
Building Support for Addressing Substance Use Disorder in Jails
Article — Wednesday, 25 September 2024
Dying Inside: To End Deaths of Despair, Address the Crisis in Local Jails
Briefing Sheet — Monday, 05 December 2022
Outlines the legal framework on the right to adequate care and treatment in jails for medical, mental health, and substance use disorders
Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: A Tool for Local Government Officials, Jail Administrators, Correctional Officers, and Health Care Professionals
Report — Wednesday, 07 June 2023
Presents recommendations for effective withdrawal management to save lives and promote the wellbeing of adults (18+) who are at risk for substance withdrawal
Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: A Legal Brief
Article — Tuesday, 01 February 2022
Describes the scope of the challenge, provides an overview of key legislation and court cases related to substance withdrawal, outlines steps for creating a comprehensive response for people with SUD
Readiness for Implementation Toolkit: Preparing to Implement "Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: A Tool for Local Government Officials, Jail Administrators, Correctional Officers, and Health Care Professionals" in Local Jails
Toolkit — Thursday, 06 June 2024
Screening for Substance Use Disorders in Jails
Article — Friday, 04 February 2022
Summarizes frequently used screening instruments with descriptions of their purpose, method administration, benefits, considerations, and cost/availability
Screening for Substance Use Disorders: An eLearning Resource for Jail Staff
Training — Wednesday, 31 May 2023
Teaches the basics of screening for substance use disorder among individuals entering jail
The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Opioid Crisis: Combating Discrimination Against People in Treatment or Recovery
Briefing Sheet — Tuesday, 05 April 2022
Discusses how the Americans with Disabilities Act can help protect people in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) who are not engaging in illegal drug use from discrimination
Training, Tools, and Technical Assistance for Implementing Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails
Article — Wednesday, 25 September 2024
Building Support for Addressing Substance Use Disorder in Jails
Wednesday, 25 September 2024
Article
Medicaid’s New Role in Advancing Reentry: Key Policy Changes
Thursday, 31 August 2023
Briefing Sheet
Medication for the Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder: Pocket Guide
Thursday, 01 January 2015
Article
