Coleman Health Services receives $500,000 recovery initiative covering Mahoning, Trumbull Counties

Coleman Health Services has announced on Tuesday that it has received $500,000 for its "recovery-to-work" initiative and will be working to link people in recovery to jobs and careers.

According to a press release, this initiative will cover six counties including Mahoning and Trumbull Counties here in the Valley.

The project aims to bolster employment pathways an support long-term recovery from substance use disorders. The grant is part of a recently-announced $14 million package through the Appalachian Regional Committee's (ARC) INSPIRE initiative.

The grant is a culmination of stakeholder surveys and roundtables Coleman held back in 2022 with local entities including both the Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition and Youngstown Works in order to develop a community-specific plan to provide support and improve the economy.

"I envision this project will help the community to break through stigma barriers hindering treatment and employment. The project will also help educate employers and other stakeholders as to what support is available to attract and retain a productive workforce," said Coleman Chief Officer of Employment Services, Ken Penix.

Valley Recovery Partners in Austintown has received funding of its own from ARC as well in order to put those in recovery from substance abuse back to work as part of the same initiative.