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A Direct Line to Treatment: Thom Olmstead, Orlando Howard, St. Vincent Charity Medical Center
A Direct Line to Treatment: Thom Olmstead, Orlando Howard, St. Vincent Charity Medical Center
A Direct Line to Treatment: Thom Olmstead, Orlando Howard, St. Vincent Charity Medical Center
Thursday 17th August 2017
Discover how free Uber rides at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center are helping IOP patients stay on track in their recovery journey.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: Free Uber Rides Boost Opioid Recovery Efforts
Not one of those new clients has missed a session. More importantly, though, we needed to think about what can we be doing right now to help people.
Imagine facing the battle of opioid addiction, only to be tripped up by something as simple as getting to your treatment sessions. That's where the St. Vincent Charity Medical Center and Rosary Hall step in with a game-changing solution: free Uber rides for patients in their Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
In this episode of Cover 2 Resources, host Greg McNeil chats with Thom Olmstead, the Director of University Partner Collaborations, and Orlando Howard, the Manager of Outpatient Treatment Services, about this innovative program and its remarkable impact on recovery rates. The initiative ensures that patients never miss a session due to transportation issues, a common hurdle that can derail progress. The results? Not a single new client has missed a session since the program's inception.
This episode dives into how this transportation lifeline is helping patients stay committed to their recovery journey. But it doesn't stop there. The discussion also explores the broader benefits of sober houses and the crucial role of addiction education in sustaining long-term recovery. You'll hear personal stories that highlight the transformative power of these supportive measures. If you're looking for a dose of inspiration and practical solutions in the fight against opioid addiction, this episode is a must-listen.