Sunday, March 23, 2025
3/23/2025
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation (PBPN) Tribal Opioid Response (TOR) Program represents a crucial initiative aimed at addressing the pervasive issue of substance use disorder within the PBPN community, particularly focusing on opioid misuse among both adults and youth. The overarching goal of the PBPN TOR Program is to significantly reduce substance use through the implementation of comprehensive treatment and recovery support services tailored to the specific needs and cultural contexts of the affected tribal population. This program emphasizes a multifaceted approach that includes prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery efforts, all designed to foster community resilience and empower individuals struggling with substance use disorder to achieve sustained recovery. Key components of the PBPN TOR Program include increasing access to evidence-based treatments, such as medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and behavioral therapies, as well as enhancing community-based recovery support services and youth prevention-focused activities. Furthermore, the TOR Program places a strong emphasis on culturally responsive programming, recognizing and integrating traditional healing practices and cultural strengths into the continuum of care. By engaging tribal leaders, healthcare providers, community members, and other stakeholders, the TOR Program aims to build a sustainable network of support that promotes long-term recovery and wellness. Through rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement, the PBPN TOR Program seeks to demonstrate measurable reductions in opioid misuse and related negative outcomes in the PBPN community. By leveraging partnerships and resources, this initiative strives to create lasting positive impacts on the health and well-being of tribal nations, fostering healthier futures for generations to come.
HHS’ Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System (TAGGS) website provides access to detailed descriptions of grants, loans, aggregated direct payments and other types of financial assistance awarded by the HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs) and the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs).