ASAP is committed to strengthening the chemical dependency prevention and treatment field through education and the implementation of best management and operating practices.  We offer a number of opportunities for ASAP members, and non-members, to particpate in programs which expose the field to new approaches to organizational operation. ASAP continues to promote workforce and leadership development to ensure quality services and growth in the field.

J.F.X. Carroll, Ph.D. & John J. McGinley, M.S., M.S.W., M.A. - Project Return Foundation, Inc.

The Mental Health Screening Form-III (MHSF-III) is a two page tool, with guidelines,designed as a rough screening device for clients seeking admission to substance abuse treatment programs. Preliminary examination of the instrument has shown it to be reliable and valid. The MHSF-III continues to undergo testing and validation and may be reproduced or copied, in entirety, without permission. Citation of the source is appreciated. For more information contact Dr. Carroll at Project Return.

A Community That Cares Our prayers and love go out for those in our field who have lost family and friends. Our prayers of thanksgiving go out for all those who are safe and well at home.

If anyone is aware of specific needs of programs (staff or clients) affected by the terrorism which has occurred, please call, fax, or e-mail a brief description of need to ASAP.

Information and referrals for resources (Housing, food, etc.). Operated by The Educational Alliance dedicated by the NYS Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services.

Assistance for Medicare and Medicaid Recipients: If you live in lower Manhattan, and are having trouble getting your health care and social service needs met, you can now call a 24-hour rapid response hotline 1-800-331-7767

Center for Disease Control (CDC) emergency phone numbers:
 

Call to Apply for Assistance 1-800-462-9029.
For use ONLY by people in designated federal disaster areas. Be prepared to give your Social Security number, describe your losses, provide financial information, and give directions to the damaged property.

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