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The Secretaries of the Department of Human Services, Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, Department of Health, and Department of Aging have written a letter to human services organizations about the budget impasse and an estimated $5.9 billion in planned state and federal funding that cannot be disbursed without a signed budget. The letter details specific funds that cannot be distributed through each department.

For Gov. Shapiro to sign HB 611, the General Appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2023/24, which was passed by both the House and Senate, Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward must first deliver a signed physical copy of the bill to him. Sen. Ward is the only person with the power to call the Senate into session to complete this procedural step. Ward has adjourned the Senate until Sept. 18, 2023.

Read the full letter here.

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The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) issued Policy Bulletin 23-02, which describes modifications to the DDAP Gambling Treatment Manual. Changes outlined in the bulletin include updated qualifications for providers, extended certification timelines, revised billing rates, and streamlined processes for client sessions, record-keeping, and grievance handling. The revised manual can also be accessed on the DDAP website.

The Pennsylvania Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs (DDAP) is offering an online training module “Anxiety Disorders & Substance Use Disorder (SUD): Research-Based Strategies & Treatments.” The training covers effective treatments for individuals with co-occurring anxiety and substance use disorders, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness meditation. It includes interactive elements and takes approximately 4 hours to complete. To access the training, create or log in to your account on the TrainPA website and search for “PA-DDAP: Anxiety Disorders & SUDs” under courses. You can email DDAP’s training inbox or call 717-736-7452 for inquiries.

The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) is organizing various training sessions throughout the state. View the schedule for information about the dates, locations, and available courses in your region. Trainings will start on August 8, 2023 and include Case Management Skills, Ethics in Prevention, Screening and Assessment, and more. To attend these courses, you need to register through DDAP’s Training Management System. Each course requires separate registration, and seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any inquiries, contact DDAP’s Training Section via email.

The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) on Wednesday issued Policy Bulletin 23-01, which outlines modifications to the DDAP Fiscal Manual, Prevention Manual, Operations Manual, Case Management & Clinical Services Manual, and the Substance Abuse Prevention & Treatment Block Grant Provisions. The modifications cover various topics, including funding strategies, media restrictions, outcome measures, licensure requirements, treatment definitions, telehealth assessments, staff qualifications and training, and confidentiality of information. The updated documents are available on the DDAP website, and the bulletin applies to all single county authorities and their contracted providers. The changes are effective immediately.

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The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced the creation of a Recovery Division. The new division will be part of DDAP’s Bureau of County Program Oversight and will oversee the Regional Recovery Hubs as well as build relationships with local, regional, and state Recovery Community Organizations. The focus of the recovery hubs is to assess the needs and gaps of the counties they serve and provide technical assistance to existing recovery organizations to fill those gaps by providing a space for ideas, challenges, and successes to be shared.

You can email DDAP directly with any questions.