Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant Award Summary

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Treatment awarded $5.1 million to Connecticut's Mental Health & Addiction Services as a Block Grant for Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse (CFDA 93.959) effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This block grant supports the state agency's comprehensive substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services throughout Connecticut, enabling the delivery of evidence-based interventions including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, peer support services, and rehabilitation activities for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug use disorders.

The funded activities target vulnerable populations across Connecticut and align with the federal block grant program's objective to help states plan, implement, and evaluate substance use prevention and treatment initiatives. Mental Health & Addiction Services Conne, as the designated state agency recipient, will utilize these funds to maintain and expand its statewide infrastructure and community partnerships in addressing substance use disorders. The award is subject to applicable federal regulations under 2 CFR Subpart F and 45 CFR Part 96, with the state agency responsible for maintaining records consistent with state and federal requirements throughout the two-year performance period.