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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 11h

Dr. Kelly Knight's presentation will draw on studies examining the experiences of people experiencing homelessness who use drugs in San Francisco centering their own accounts of seeking (and often struggling to access) substance use prevention, care, and treatment services. Register: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

What if housing itself is one of the most effective overdose prevention tools we have? On Oct 20, Dr. Kelly Knight presents findings that make the case for treating housing as part of the overdose prevention and treatment continuum, not a separate track. Join the discussion: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

People experiencing homelessness face high rates of opioid-associated death, driven by a combination of exposure, isolation, and limited access to harm reduction and treatment resources. Oct 20, we look at elevated risk and where interventions can make the most difference: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Access to care isn't just about availability. It's about whether the system is built to reach people where they are. On Oct 20, Dr. Kelly Knight breaks down findings from her research with people who are unhoused. Register: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

How much does housing status affect someone's access to substance use treatment? At our Oct webinar, Dr. Kelly Knight unpacks the structural barriers that keep people from prevention, care, and treatment services, and what the data says about the role housing plays in overdose risk: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

People experiencing homelessness are among the least likely to get the substance use treatment they need and among the most likely to die from an overdose. Join our Oct 20 webinar to listen and learn from people closest to the issue: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Three sessions. One throughline: what actually helps people stay on MOUD and stay in recovery. This fall, our webinar series tackles all three head-on. Can't attend live? Register anyway — all attendees receive the recording. See the full lineup and register: istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This fall, we're going deeper on supporting people in recovery who are taking MOUD via online webinars (free!). Open to recovery housing operators and staff, residents, healthcare providers, researchers, students, and advocates. Learn more and register: istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Did you know that people experiencing homelessness face some of the highest opioid overdose death rates of any group yet often the hardest time getting help? Our Oct 20 webinar looks at why. Join us: Register: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

What makes a "low-barrier" recovery home work for residents on MOUD? Our Dec 15 webinar presents findings from a study of two low-barrier recovery homes (LBRH) at different stages of development, examining their impact on outcomes for residents with opioid use disorder. Register: bit.ly/4ijIIMZ

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

What does the research say about mutual-help groups and MOUD? Mutual-help groups are some of the most accessible community-based recovery supports available, but for people taking MOUD, those same spaces can carry stigma. Learn more at our Nov webinar: bit.ly/4zobJxe

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

People experiencing homelessness (PEH) face disproportionately high rates of opioid-associated death. Our October 20 webinar breaks down findings from research on PEH who use drugs in San Francisco. Learn more & register: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

People without stable housing are at much higher risk of fatal overdose, not just because of substance use, but because they face barriers to treatment and other services. Learn from studies with people with lived experiences and join the discussion at our free webinar on October 20: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

When we're talking about overdose prevention, housing can literally be the difference between life and death. Join our webinar on 10/20 to learn from people with lived experiences about the role housing plays in overdose prevention and treatment: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

People experiencing homelessness face some of the highest rates of opioid-related death yet often hit barriers when trying to get help. Join us Oct 20 as Dr. Kelly Knight shares findings from studies of people who use drugs, looking at how housing shapes overdose risk. Register: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Three all webinars dig into some of the toughest challenges in the field of recovery housing: overdose risk among people experiencing homelessness, the tension between mutual-help groups and medication treatment & how "low-barrier" homes can improve outcomes: istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

New Fall Webinar Series: The series extends our training program with in-depth sessions on supporting people in recovery who are taking Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). 3rd Tuesday of the month starting Oct 20. Learn more: istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Kicking off our fall series on October 20, Dr. Kelly Knight presents: Overdose Vulnerability and Service Needs Among People Experiencing Homelessness. If your work touches housing, harm reduction, or crisis outreach, this one's for you: bit.ly/4wBbv34

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Kicking off our fall series on October 20, 2026: Overdose Vulnerability and Service Needs Among People Experiencing Homelessness. This session unpacks the role housing plays in overdose prevention. If your work touches housing, harm reduction, or crisis outreach, this one's for you: bit.ly/4gamtqi

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Whether you run a recovery home, work in healthcare, or are in recovery yourself, join us for 3 free sessions this fall to dig into some of the toughest challenges in the recovery field. Third Tuesday of the month starting Oct 20: istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

New Fall series on recovery housing. Three research-backed webinars. Three critical topics. One goal: better outcomes for people in recovery. Every third Tuesday starting Oct 20. Learn more & register istarr.arg.org/webinar-regi...

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Peer respite was originally designed for people in acute mental health crisis. Now it's being reimagined to support people experiencing homelessness or awaiting treatment. Join us on 08/18 to learn about a pilot of five Peer Respite Crisis Stabilization programs in Missouri: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

As states work to expand and diversify their recovery housing options, peer respite programs represent a promising and still underexamined piece of the continuum. Our August 18 webinar shares what's been learned so far. 📅 11-12 PT, 1–2 PM CT, 2-3 PM ET | Free | Register: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We're excited to introduce Lindsey Pawlowski, MSW as a presenter for our August 18 webinar. Lindsey and colleagues will discuss a community-engaged evaluation of Missouri's Peer Respite Crisis Stabilization Pilot - a model built on true collaboration. Join us 08/18 @ 11 am PT: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Huge welcome Rachel Davidson, CPS, HRS to our Aug 18 presenter lineup. Rachel has served as Chief Executive Officer of Ozark Recovery Housing since 2023, overseeing the organization's strategic direction, operations, and community partnerships. Join us to hear her perspective: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

We're pleased to feature Maria Paschke, MPP as a presenter at our Aug 18 webinar. Maria and colleagues will present findings from a community-engaged evaluation of Missouri's Peer Respite Crisis Stabilization Pilot. Join us: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The recovery housing continuum has a gap and peer respite may be how we fill it. Peer respite housing offers a low-barrier, peer-supported alternative that meets people where they are. Join us August 18 to explore how this model is being operationalized in Missouri: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

How do you evaluate a model that's still being built? Missouri's Peer Respite Crisis Stabilization Pilot set out to answer that question using a community-engaged evaluation approach that kept operators, residents, and stakeholders at the table. Join us 08/18 to learn more: bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

The Role of Peer Respite Housing in the Recovery Housing Continuum: Drawing on a pilot of five Peer Respite Crisis Stabilization programs in Missouri, our presenters will share early findings on program reach, recovery experiences, and housing stability outcomes. Aug 18 @ 11 am PT : bit.ly/4bF93B4

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Meet Our Presenter! We're excited to introduce Dr. Meenakshi Subbaraman, who will be joining us on July 21 for our webinar on cannabis use among sober living house residents. We're thrilled to have her. 👏 Register to hear her findings: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Sober living houses serve people at different stages of recovery, with different histories, needs, and goals. New research is starting to shed light on what actually happens when SLH residents use cannabis and what that means for how we support people. Join us to learn more: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If you've ever wondered whether cannabis fits into someone's recovery journey, you're asking the right question. It's not simple. And the answers look different depending on the person, the setting, and the substance. Our July 21 webinar takes a research-based look at this question: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

24+ states have legalized recreational cannabis. Every state has sober living houses. That overlap is creating real policy challenges for recovery housing operators. Join us on July 21 as we share new research on cannabis use among SLH residents and what it means for policy: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Q: Does cannabis use help or hurt recovery housing residents? It's complicated — and that's exactly why this research matters. Get the answers on July 21 | Free Webinar - Cannabis Use Among Sober Living House Residents, 11 am PT | 1 pm CT | 2 pm ET. Register: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Sober living houses face the question: What do you do when a resident uses cannabis? Most sober living houses were founded on full abstinence. But the world has changed & operators need more than opinions to guide their policies. They need research. Join us July 21 to learn more: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Cannabis Use Among Sober Living House Residents. Dr. Meenakshi Subbaraman will share findings on how cannabis use relates to alcohol use, other drug use, and resident outcomes plus what it all means for policy in recovery housing settings. July 21, 11 am PT. Register: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

If you work in or around sober living houses, this is research you don't want to miss. Dr. Meenakshi Subbaraman will share findings on how cannabis use relates to alcohol use, other drug use & resident outcomes plus what it all means for policy in recovery housing settings. July 21: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

3 reasons to join us July 21: Cannabis Use Among Sober Living House Residents. You'll hear what the research actually shows. You'll get a clearer picture of what evidence-based cannabis policies in recovery housing could look like. It's free1 Register: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Why does cannabis research in sober living houses matter? Because cannabis use is rising among people in recovery, policies vary across sober living houses, & legal landscapes differ state to state. Join us July 21 to hear about what evidence shows about cannabis use & sober living: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

.Sober living houses were built on the principle of full abstinence. But as cannabis legalization spreads, that foundation is being tested. Join us July 21 to learn how cannabis use among SLH residents actually relates to their outcomes so the field can move from opinion to evidence: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Free Webinar – July 21 | 2pm ET - Cannabis Use Among Sober Living House Residents: If you work in recovery housing or care about someone who lives or works in a sober living house, this research matters. Register here: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Meet our presenter! Dr. Meenakshi Subbaraman has spent her career studying alcohol and cannabis policy, including the real-world effects those policies have on people in recovery. She'll be sharing her findings with us on July 21 at 2pm ET. Join us: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

What does cannabis use mean for someone in sober living? Some say it undermines sobriety goals. Others point to evidence suggesting it may be a safer alternative for some people. Our July 21 webinar presents actual research findings on how cannabis use affects SLH residents: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Big question for anyone in the recovery world: As cannabis becomes legal in more states, sober living houses are facing a tough challenge, what do you do when a resident uses cannabis? We're sharing new research that looks at exactly this question. Join us July 21 at 11 am PT: bit.ly/3QnK3XK

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

What does the data say about tobacco use in recovery housing? Drawing on qualitative interviews and data from a nationally representative study of recovery homes, Dr. Niles Zoschke will present what may be the most comprehensive picture yet of tobacco use in recovery housing settings: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

What you'll take away from our June 16 webinar. ✓ Describe how tobacco use function within recovery home environments ✓ Identify factors that influence tobacco use and cessation readiness ✓ Discuss opportunities and challenges - Register: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

People with opioid use disorder who live in recovery housing face tobacco use rates that far exceed the general population. Yet recovery homes have rarely been considered as a setting for cessation support. Join us June 16 to hear what's driving tobacco use in recovery housing: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Meet our presenter: Dr. Niles Zoschke, post-doc fellow at the Alcohol Research Group & UC Berkeley. Their research focuses on tobacco use disparities & recovery support services. Join us to hear what residents, staff, & a national survey reveal about tobacco use in recovery housing: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

New Webinar, Jun 16 - Tobacco Use in Recovery Housing: People in recovery housing use tobacco at rates far higher than the general population yet this setting has been almost entirely overlooked in tobacco control research. Register: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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I-STARR @istarrproject.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Tobacco use in recovery housing — an overlooked public health opportunity. Join us June 16 when Dr. Niles Zoschke presents findings from a study examining the factors that shape tobacco use, current policies & practices & opportunities to integrate cessation support. Register: bit.ly/4vcTsQB

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