Opioid Settlement Funds
Wilson County Opioid Settlement Fund Strategies
Strategy 1-A: Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment
Expand access to evidence-based substance use disorder treatment services, including treatment for opioid use disorder, to ensure individuals can access the care they need.
Evidence-Based Treatment
Hope Alliance: 11 Inpatient
Medication-Assisted Treatment: 21 Outpatient*
*FY 25-26
Medication-Assisted Treatment: 21 Outpatient*
*FY 25-26
Strategy 2: Naloxone Distribution
Increase community access to naloxone through training, distribution, and partnerships with local organizations to help prevent overdose deaths.
Naloxone Distribution
Individuals Trained: 968
Trainings: 469
Kits Distributed: 2,548*
*FY 25-26
Trainings: 469
Kits Distributed: 2,548*
*FY 25-26
Strategy 3: Early Intervention Practices
Implement evidence-based early intervention and prevention programs designed to identify and address substance use concerns before they escalate into more serious issues.
Early Intervention Practices
Trauma-Informed Schools:
25 Schools
500 Staff
960 Students*
*FY 25-26
25 Schools
500 Staff
960 Students*
*FY 25-26
Strategy 4: Syringe Services Program (SSP)
Support risk reduction efforts through syringe services and related health services that reduce the spread of infectious diseases and connect individuals to treatment and recovery resources.
Syringe Services
Average of 170 contacts made with approximately 50 clients each month*
*FY 25-26
*FY 25-26
Strategy 5: Recovery Housing Support
Expand access to safe, stable recovery housing and recovery support services that help individuals maintain long-term recovery and successful community reintegration.
Recovery Housing
49 individuals housed*
*FY 25-26
*FY 25-26
Strategy 6: Collaborative Strategic Planning
Strengthen community collaboration by bringing together local stakeholders, service providers, government agencies, and community members to identify needs, coordinate resources, and guide opioid settlement investments.
Collaborative Strategic Planning
Data Dashboard, Evaluation, Needs Assessment, and Sustainability*
*FY 25-26
*FY 25-26
*Impact data shown is for fiscal year 2025–2026.
Community Impact
Through these strategies, Wilson County is working to create a comprehensive approach to substance use that includes prevention, treatment, recovery support, and risk reduction. By leveraging opioid settlement funds and collaborating with community partners, the county is committed to reducing the impact of substance use disorders and improving health outcomes for all residents.
For more information, contact Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition at info@wilcoprevention.org or 252-991-7367.
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