Lake County ADAMHS Board Receives $53,584 to Provide Housing Access for Ohioans in Recovery
MEDIA RELEASE:
Contact: David Schick
The Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board
Phone: 440-350-2193
Email: DSchick@LakeADAMHS.org
For Immediate Release: April 8, 2025
Immediate Release
Lake County ADAMHS Board Receives $53,584 to Provide Housing Access for Ohioans in Recovery
Columbus, OH – The Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADAMHS) Board is one of 11 entities slated to receive funding to help Ohioans recovering from substance use disorder obtain access to safe and stable housing.
In total, $1.2 million is being awarded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Recovery Housing Program to support 11 Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health (ADAMH) boards across the state in administering transitional housing assistance.
The Ohio Department of Development, which administers this program, provided the Lake ADAMHS Board with $53,584 in funding to support rental assistance that will help 21 men and women maintain a sober living environment and access outpatient services.
“Recovery doesn’t happen overnight, and no one should have to take that journey alone,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development. “These grants will ensure more Ohioans have the opportunity to reclaim their independence, rebuild their lives, and write a new chapter filled with hope and opportunity.”
“Stable housing is essential for sustained recovery. This funding allows us to support individuals as they take meaningful steps toward rebuilding their lives. We’re grateful for the opportunity to provide not just a place to live, but a foundation for healing and hope.” stated Kimberly Fraser, Executive Director, The Lake County ADAMHS Board.
The Recovery Housing Program provides rental subsidies for individuals in recovery with incomes at or below 50 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI). These transitional housing options serve as a critical foundation for residents working to rebuild their lives and establish long-term stability.
Funding for the Recovery Housing Program is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and administered at the state level by Development’s Community Services Division. The 11 ADAMH boards receiving grants will support housing efforts for 1,001 Ohioans this program year.
The Ohio Department of Development empowers communities to succeed by investing in Ohio’s people, places, and businesses. Learn more about our work at development.ohio.gov.
For more information, contact on the grant contact Mason Waldvogel at Mason.Waldvogel@development.ohio.gov
About the Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board: The Lake County ADAMHS Board plans, funds, monitors, and evaluates services available to residents who are living with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. For more information, visit our website at HelpThatWorks.us
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