Thank you for reading our July recap. Each month, the work of Essex County Outreach reflects the combined efforts of Recovery Coaches, first responders, law enforcement, treatment and behavioral health providers, municipal partners, community organizations, and many others working to support individuals and families throughout Essex County. We are grateful for these partnerships and for…
Thank you for taking the time to read our June recap. Recovery is built through collaboration, and we are grateful for the continued partnership of our community organizations, first responders, healthcare providers, municipal leaders, law enforcement agencies, and dedicated ECO Recovery Coaches. Together, we continue working toward a shared goal of connecting individuals and families…
Recent data from the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services and the Essex County Outreach Project offer a broad look at substance use, overdose response, treatment access, and emerging community needs across Essex County. The data comes from two different systems and covers different periods. The state’s BSAS Community Profile includes county-level information on emergency…
For the first time in more than a decade, Massachusetts recorded fewer than 1,000 opioid-related overdose deaths in a single year. According to preliminary data from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), there were 978 confirmed and estimated opioid-related overdose deaths in 2025, representing a 27% decrease from 2024. Even more encouraging, this marks…
Thank you for taking the time to read our May recap. Each month, we are reminded that recovery is a community effort, and none of this work happens in isolation. We are grateful to our community partners, first responders, service providers, municipal partners, law enforcement collaborators, and the entire ECO team for their continued commitment…
This month, Essex County Outreach is proud to expand its presence on Cape Ann through a new partnership with the CORE Peer Recovery & Resource Center in Gloucester. ECO Recovery Coaches are now providing scheduled office hours and flexible availability at CORE, creating another accessible location where individuals and families can receive free recovery support…
Renew Co Living, a women’s recovery residence located in Haverhill, recently announced that it has received certification from the Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing (MASH). MASH certification is awarded to recovery residences that meet established standards related to safety, ethics, operations, and recovery support. According to Renew Co Living, the organization provides a trauma-informed, person-centered…
First, we appreciate you taking the time to read our April recap. It is always the priority to thank our community partners, first responders, service providers, and dedicated ECO team for all of the hard work. Your continued collaboration and commitment make it possible for us to deliver recovery support and resources to individuals and…
First, thank you for taking the time to read our March recap. It is always the priority to thank our community partners, first responders, service providers, and dedicated ECO team for all of the hard work. Your continued collaboration and commitment make it possible for us to deliver recovery support and resources to individuals and…
Thank you for taking the time to read our February recap. We want to extend our appreciation to our community partners, first responders, service providers, and dedicated ECO team for all of the hard work. Your continued collaboration and commitment make it possible for us to deliver recovery support and resources to individuals and families…