The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration today announced that it is awarding eight grants totaling $11.2 million over four years to community-based organizations that will offer peer-to-peer recovery support services for people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. These services are designed to help prevent relapse among people in recovery, promote timely re-entry into treatment if relapse occurs, and promote sustained recovery and an enhanced quality of life.

“People who have achieved and sustained recovery from drug and alcohol addiction can be a powerful influence for individuals seeking their own path to recovery,” said SAMHSA Administrator Terry Cline, Ph.D. “By sharing their personal experiences, peers help build a sense of self-worth, community connectedness, and an improved quality of life. All of these are important factors for helping others sustain recovery from alcohol and drug problems.”

Each recipient will receive up to $350,000 per year for up to four years. First-year funding totals almost $2.8 million. Continuation of these awards is subject to both availability of funds and progress achieved by awardees.

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