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Glossary of Terms

From our friends at the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), a glossary of words that convey support, understanding and encouragement.

Online Stigma Glossary

In this line of work, we have many acronyms that are used to shorten different programs, levels of care, etc. So, why not share them with you so you know what they are if you hear them while visiting our locations?

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AIR

Adventures in Recovery

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DFCC

Drug Free Community Coalition

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MAT

Medication Assisted Treatment

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CASA

Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse

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EBP

Evidence Based Practice

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OUD

Opioid Use Disorder

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CCBHC

Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics

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HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

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PAIR

Partnership to Advance Integrated Referral Services

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COE

Center of Excellence

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HHUNY

Health Homes of Upstate New York

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SUD

Substance Use Disorder

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COTI

Center of Treatment Innovations

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IDP

Impaired Driver Program

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WHO

Warm Hand Off