Opioid Settlement Fund Investments and Overdose Reduction
Wake County
Summary
Wake County is utilizing multi-year opioid settlement funds to support innovative low-barrier treatment, mobile medical units, transitional housing, and peer support programs, contributing to the first decline in overdose deaths since the pandemic.
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Last discussed Mar 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Administers a portion of the projected $67M+ in multi-year opioid settlement funds to expand evidence-based community programs.
Individuals struggling with substance use disorders, justice-involved populations, and families affected by the opioid crisis.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners — March 2, 2026
Wake County is utilizing multi-year opioid settlement funds to support innovative low-barrier treatment, mobile medical units, transitional housing, and peer support programs, contributing to the first decline in overdose deaths since the pandemic.
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