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Friends of Recovery Utah

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We’re building political power for Utah’s recovery community. More at: www.forutah.org/links

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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
With the November elections 30 days away, Utah’s recovery community must make its voice heard. Your vote is critical. Read our latest blog to find out what's at stake and pledge to be a Recovery Voter: www.forutah.org/updates/2026...
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The Power of the Recovery Voter in the 2026 Elections - Friends of Recovery Utah
In November, Utahns will head to the polls. Every seat in the Utah House of Representatives and half the seats in the Utah State Senate are on the ballot. For the recovery community, the 2026…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Decisions about behavioral health care should be made with people in recovery, not just for them. Lived experience is essential in public policy to challenge stigma, identify gaps, and ensure accountability: www.forutah.org/updates/why-...
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Beyond Our Own Recovery: Why Advocacy Matters - Friends of Recovery Utah
Recovery from mental health and substance use conditions is a deeply personal journey, often requiring immense courage and resilience. However, the impact of recovery extends far beyond the…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Past mistakes shouldn't block future opportunities. Utah’s Clean Slate Law automatically clears eligible low-level records for free, with no court paperwork required. Learn how automatic expungement works, what qualifies, and how to check your status: www.forutah.org/updates/utah...
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A Fresh Start: Understanding Utah’s Clean Slate Law and Expungement - Friends of Recovery Utah
Recognizing this, Utah has made significant strides in reforming its expungement process, most notably through the implementation of the Clean Slate Law.
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Your lived experience in recovery can change lives. Interested in becoming a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) in Utah? From eligibility requirements to free, state-funded training providers, here is how to get certified: www.forutah.org/updates/beco...
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How to Become a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) in Utah - Friends of Recovery Utah
Lived experience is one of our most powerful resources for healing. If you have navigated the challenges of mental health or substance use conditions and found a path to recovery, your story has the…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Healthcare parity is the law: insurance must cover illnesses of the brain the same way it covers the body. Yet Utahns still face denied claims, narrow networks, and red tape when seeking behavioral health care. It is time to enforce accountability: www.forutah.org/updates/ment...
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We Demand Accountability for Mental Health Parity - Friends of Recovery Utah
For thousands of Utahns, instead of a clear path to care, they are met with a labyrinth of prior authorizations, arbitrarily denied claims, and "fail first" policies that require them to try cheaper,…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Finding mental health and substance use support in Utah shouldn't feel overwhelming. From 24/7 crisis response and clinical treatment to harm reduction and peer support, our latest guide breaks down trusted recovery resources across the state: www.forutah.org/updates/navi...
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A Guide to Navigating Utah's Recovery Resources - Friends of Recovery Utah
When you or a loved one is taking those first courageous steps toward healing, figuring out where to find that support can feel overwhelming. The behavioral health system is complex, and knowing…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
"We cannot acknowledge a growing mental health crisis while simultaneously making it harder for people to access treatment. If we want Utahns to seek help before they reach a crisis, we need to make that help easier to access, not harder."
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Recovery isn't a matter of luck. Over 23M Americans are in recovery from substance use, and 45M+ from mental health conditions. Recovery is not rare. Recovery is not random. It happens when we build the systems to support it. 💜 www.forutah.org/updates/reco...
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Recovery is not rare. Recovery is not random. - Friends of Recovery Utah
The saying "Recovery is not rare. Recovery is not random." challenges long-held misconceptions and offers a beacon of hope, emphasizing that recovery is an achievable and often predictable outcome…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Medicaid is the largest payer for mental health and substance use services in the country. Utah voters fought hard for expansion in 2018. Now our healthcare safety net faces federal threats. Learn why your voice matters now more than ever: www.forutah.org/updates/medi...
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Utah's Healthcare Safety Net: Medicaid Expansion - Friends of Recovery Utah
Recovery is a deeply personal journey, but it requires systemic support. One of the most critical factors in whether someone can sustain long-term recovery is their access to reliable healthcare.…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
The fact that the criminal justice system is the largest behavioral health provider in our state is an abject policy failure. Read the full update on how Salt Lake County recently teamed up with the Leifman Group to build a roadmap for reform: www.forutah.org/updates/reth...
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Rethinking Behavioral Health and Justice - Friends of Recovery Utah
For those of us in the recovery community, the intersection of the criminal justice system and behavioral health is an all-too-familiar reality. Too often, jails become default holding centers for…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
September is National Recovery Month! 💜 This year’s theme is “Recover Your Way,” celebrating the beautiful reality that there is no single path to healing. Check out our full guide to rallies, events, and ways to get involved this month: www.forutah.org/updates/reco... #RecoveryMonth
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Utah’s Guide to Recovery Month 2026: Rallies, Events, and How to Get Involved - Friends of Recovery Utah
September is National Recovery Month! Every year, this month serves as a powerful reminder that recovery from substance use disorders is not only possible but is happening all around us. The 2026…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Today marks 25 years of International Overdose Awareness Day. Today is a time to hold space for grief, show up for families impacted by substance use, and spread the message that overdose is preventable. Together, we can build a world where this day is no longer needed. 💜 #IOAD2026 #EndOverdose
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
As we approach Overdose Awareness Day, it is important to understand that Naloxone is a highly specific tool with one job: reversing a life-threatening opioid overdose. Want to understand the exact science behind how this medication acts as an emergency override? Read the full article here:
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How Naloxone Works to Reverse an Overdose - Friends of Recovery Utah
One of the most persistent myths surrounding overdose reduction efforts is the idea that carrying naloxone (often known by the brand name Narcan) somehow "enables" drug use. This misconception stems…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
As we look toward Overdose Awareness Day, it is clear no amount of money can undo the damage of the opioid epidemic, but Utah’s settlement funds are a critical opportunity to fund life-saving resources. Learn more and about how to get involved here: www.forutah.org/updates/opio...
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Opioid Settlement Funds in Utah: Where is the Money Going? - Friends of Recovery Utah
In 2021, nationwide settlements were reached to resolve litigation against major pharmaceutical distributors and manufacturers for their role in creating and fueling the opioid epidemic. While no…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
August 31 marks International Overdose Awareness Day, a global event to raise awareness, reduce stigma around drug-related deaths, and honor the grief of loved ones. Here in Utah, it reminds us of lives lost, our resilience, and the urgent work ahead. www.forutah.org/updates/over...
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Honoring Lives Lost: Taking Action for 2026 International Overdose Awareness Day - Friends of Recovery Utah
August 31st marks International Overdose Awareness Day, a global event aimed at raising awareness, reducing the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledging the profound grief felt by families…
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Friends of Recovery Utah @forutah.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
A new federal framework titled Best Practices Toolkit: Addressing Homelessness and Addiction through “Treatment First” missed the mark. Policies must reflect the nuanced reality of recovery, and in several key areas, this toolkit gets recovery wrong. www.forutah.org/updates/how-...
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