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Partnership Aims To Get Addicts Connected To Treatment

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Partnership Aims To Get Addicts Connected To Treatment

March 20, 2018  

By Abrahm Hurt
TheStatehouseFile.com

INDIANAPOLIS — A new partnership will provide Hoosiers struggling with substance abuse a quick way to seek treatment.

Technology from OpenBeds and Indiana 2-1-1’s database of service providers from will be combined to connect people with real-time addiction treatment options.

Jennifer Walthall, the secretary for the Family and Social Services Administration, announces the partnership between Indiana 2-1-1 and OpenBeds. Photo by Abrahm Hurt, TheStatehouseFile.com

“The mental health crises we are currently experiencing has many similarities to a natural disaster,” Jennifer Walthall, secretary for Family and Social Services Administration, said. “In order to provide services effectively and efficiently, we need to have a command center to have a global and real-time assessment of resources for individuals in their time of great need.”

OpenBeds is a software platform that helps government health agencies increase access to behavioral health care and decrease costs. Indiana 2-1-1 works to produce healthcare and resource referrals.

Steve Carroll, chief business development officer for OpenBeds, said a social worker at a community health center can access the platform to find specific residential treatments for the substance or substances a patient may be struggling with. By filling out criteria, the worker can narrow a list of 50 treatment centers down to three treatment centers.

“The beauty of this system is that we are embedding not just software but the human component of referral into how we take care of individuals in their moment of need,” Walthall.

Since January of 2017, Walthall said 23 new addiction providers have been certified and 10 currently have applications pending. As of today, she said we currently have 251 active addiction providers and are in the process of adding five new opioid treatment programs.

She said 2-1-1 will also provide ongoing tracking and wrap around services for individuals who enter treatment to aid in sustaining their treatment.

Julie Johns-Cole, state director for Indiana 211 Partnership, said 2-1-1 was a perfect fit for this partnership.

“Not only can we connect individuals to treatment, we can connect them to thousands of services to assist them and their loved ones through this very difficult journey,” she said. “Taking a very holistic approach before, during and after treatments.”

Dr. Krista Brucker, who works in the emergency department at Eskenazi Hospital, said open beds has helped Eskenazi’s program link overdose survivors to treatment services. She said connecting people to help can require multiple phone calls, e-mails and even faxes to get people care.

She said OpenBeds has taken the process of matching a patient’s needs and insurance status from a process that used to last an hour to a process that now takes 2-3 minutes.

“It’s about expanding access to services, but it’s also about using the services that we have more efficiently,” she said

Walthall said the partnership, which went live Thursday, had their first referral happen two days ago.

“The feedback that we got from 2-1-1 and the referrer was that it was the easiest thing they had ever done,” she said.

FOOTNOTE: Abrahm Hurt is a reporter for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

Parks Board 3/21/18 Agenda

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BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

REGULAR MEETING

KEVIN WINTERNHEIMER CHAMBERS

ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2018

12:00 NOON

 AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. MEETING MEMORANDUM   MARCH 7, 2018

3. CONSENT AGENDA

a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Umpire Contract with Dennis Labhart. – Wube

b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Umpire Contract with Joseph Willett.- Wube

c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Park Property Permit for River City Bike Classic at Garvin

Park. – Holtz

d. Request Re: Approve and Execute Land Use Permit Extension with Howell Booster Club for

Par 3 Golf Course and Shelter House.- Holtz

e. Request Re: Approve and Execute Rental Agreement for Hartke Pool with Great Swimming

Inc. – Holtz

f. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement for Services with USA Softball of Indiana.- Holtz

4.        OLD BUSINESS  

5.         NEW BUSINESS

a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Contract with Kemper Technology. – Holtz

b. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comment.

6.        REPORTS

         Brian Holtz, Executive Directo

7.        ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS

8.        ADJOURN

Edd Roush by Pat Sides

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Months after leading the Cincinnati Reds to victory over the Chicago White Sox in the controversial 1919 World Series, baseball legend Edd Roush was photographed at home with his wife and daughter (who is holding a baseball bat) in his native Oakland City. He began his professional career in 1910, playing with his twin brother Fred in the Tri-State before signing with Chicago three years later; in 1916, he was traded to Cincinnati, where he spent most of his career. Roush’s left-handed hitting made him baseball’s highest-paid athlete by 1927, and in 1962, he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. After retiring, Roush lived in Oakland City until his death in 1988.

District Court Denies Fogle’s Motion For Judicial Notice Of FBI Letters, Laws On Communism

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Disgraced Subway pitchman Jared Fogle has once again been denied relief from his 15-year prison sentence after a district court judge denied his motion to take judicial notice of certain facts, including correspondence from a former FBI director and congressional laws regarding communism.

Fogle’s motion for judicial notice of facts of record requested a hearing on the facts to be noticed, which were included in six exhibits. The exhibits included: the language of 18 U.S.C. 2252(a)(2); a partial transcript of a discussion on aiding in abetting in United States v. James Nathan Fry, an 8thCircuit case; a partial transcript of a discussion on statutes of limitations from United States v. Frank Edwin Pate, a 5th Circuit case; the partial text of 18 U.S.C. 1343; mid-20th century letters exchanged between former FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and former Congressman Karl M. LeCompte; and the text of 50 U.S.C. 841, calling for the Communist Party to be outlawed.

Indiana Southern District Judge Tanya Walton Pratt denied the motion for judicial notice, calling it a misuse of Federal Rule of Evidence 201. However, she reminded the former spokesman that he has until April 6 to amend a Feb. 26 motion to withdraw his guilty plea, which Pratt is treating as a motion to vacate, set aside or correct sentence.

In the Feb. 26 motion, Fogle alleges that his guilty plea to traveling to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor and distribution and receipt of child pornography was not voluntary because he erroneously pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge. That allegation is in reference to the child porn charge, which includes conspiracy language.

Pratt reminded Fogle in her order denying his motion to take judicial notice that he has until April 6 to supplement to motion to correct sentence “with a complete statement and grounds on which he could and does challenge his conviction and/or sentence,” withdraw the motion or notify the court that the motion already includes a complete statement of his claims and grounds for relief.

If Fogle does not take one of those three actions by the April 6 deadline, his motion will be treated as one under 18 U.S.C. 2255 and the case of Jared S. Fogle v. United States of America, 1:18-cv-00571 will proceed. Fogle was given a similar option last year in the criminal case against him, United States of America v. Jarred S. Fogle, 1:15-cr-00159, in which he challenged the court’s jurisdiction over him.

Specifically, Fogle alleged he was a sovereign citizen not subject to the court’s jurisdiction. Pratt rejected that argument, but gave him until Jan. 12 to file an amended motion for relief under section 2255. Fogle, however, continued to challenge the court’s jurisdiction and filed a motion to withdraw his guilty plea, which Pratt treated as a motion for Section 2255 relief and had re-docketed into the instant civil case.

Gov. Holcomb Public Schedule for March 20

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INDIANAPOLIS – Below find Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb’s public schedule for March 20, 2018.

Tuesday, March 20, 2018: M&C Tech Indiana Ribbon Cutting

WHO:              Gov. Holcomb

State and local officials

WHAT:         The governor will give remarks and participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony.

WHEN:            10 a.m. ET, Tuesday, March 20

WHERE:          M&C Tech

1928 Technology Dr.

Washington, IN 47501

AG Curtis Hill voices support of White House opioid initiative

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Today, Attorney General Curtis Hill voiced his support of President Donald J. Trump’s new initiative to stop opioid abuse and reduce drug supply and demand in the United States.

According to the White House, the new plan will work to “strengthen vulnerable families and communities, and will help build and grow a stronger, healthier, drug-free society.”

“We must attack the opioid crisis from every conceivable angle,” said Attorney General Curtis Hill. “Countless Hoosiers have witnessed firsthand the devastation drug addiction has had on members of their family, friends and neighbors. From my first day in office, we have prioritized attention and resources toward fighting this crisis that is destroying Hoosier lives and devastating Indiana communities. I support the initiatives put forth by the President today, and I look forward to continued collaborative efforts with the federal government toward a solution to this devastating crisis. I also applaud the President for calling on Congress to pass legislation reducing the threshold amount of drugs needed to invoke mandatory minimum sentences for drug traffickers who knowingly distribute certain illicit opioids that are lethal in trace amounts, and I will be encouraging Indiana lawmakers to heed President Trump’s call and take the lead in making Indiana the worst possible state in America for drug dealers to operate.”

Hoosiers are no strangers to the opioid crisis, which is why Attorney General Hill and his staff have worked tirelessly to create initiatives to assist with prevention, enforcement and treatment.

Attorney General Hill has actively promoted the following initiatives:

  • Highway Interdiction Teams (HITs), which are comprised of law enforcement officers whose primary duty is removing illegal drugs from Indiana highways. Attorney General Hill’s initiative is assisted by the President’s stated support for strengthening criminal penalties in dealing and trafficking in fentanyl and other opioids; securing land borders, ports of entry, and water ways against illegal smuggling; and by the Federal Government’s engagement with China and expansion of cooperative efforts with Mexico to reduce supplies of heroin, other illicit opioids, and precursor chemicals.
  • Jail Chemical Addiction Programs (JCAP), which give inmates access to addiction treatment while serving sentences for criminal violations. This local initiative could serve as a model for expansion to federal correctional facilities by the President’s new initiative leveraging opportunities in the criminal justice system to identify and treat federal offenders struggling with addiction.
  • TenPoint Coalition, which favors a “boots on the ground” approach to street engagement primarily with young people aged 12-24 to reduce gun violence. Often violent criminal conduct is connected to the illegal drug trade. Attorney General Hill is excited to see the President’s launch of a nationwide evidence-based campaign to raise public awareness about the dangers of prescription and illicit opioid use, as well as other drug use. TenPoint Coalition should serve as an evidence-based model for supporting vulnerable youth at the local level.
  •  BitterPill, which is an education campaign that serves as a resource for community members, health care providers and law enforcement on the dangers of prescription drug abuse. This campaign is supported by the Indiana Attorney General’s Prescription Drug Abuse and Prevention Task Force, and is the main theme of the Indiana Attorney General’s yearly Prescription Drug Abuse Symposium, a statewide event where health care professionals and law enforcement can receive continuing education.

Attorney General Hill looks forward to working with the President on these other specific topics outlined in his release:

  • Reduce demand and over-prescription of opioids through educating Americans about the dangers of opioids and other drug use and seek to curb over-prescription and launch a nationwide evidence-based campaign to raise public awareness about the dangers of prescription and illicit opioid use, as well as other drug use.
  • Cut off the supply of illicit drugs by cracking down on international and domestic illicit drug supply chains devastating American communities.
  • Support Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Prescription Interdiction and Litigation Task Force fight against the prescription opioid crisis by expanding the DOJ Opioid Fraud and Abuse Detection Unit’s efforts to prosecute corrupt or criminally negligent doctors, pharmacies, and distributors
  • Reduce the over-prescription of opioids which has the potential to lead Americans down a path to addiction or facilitate diversion to illicit use.
  • Provide on-demand, evidence-based addiction treatment to service members, veterans and their families eligible for healthcare through the Departments of Defense or Veterans Affairs.
  • Establish guidelines and recommendations as to best practices of prescribing opioids.

Adopt A Pet

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Gaga is a 2-year-old female rabbit. She is one of VHS’ longest resident bunnies! Remember to always adopt and never shop for Easter bunnies. If your kids aren’t prepared for a 10+ year commitment, stick with chocolate! Gaga’s $40 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!

STUDENT TEACHING

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Holcomb Selects David Ober To Fill IURC Vacancy And Appoints Jim Huston As Chairman

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Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced that he has appointed David Ober to fill a vacancy on the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission created by the retirement of Jim Atterholt. Additionally, Holcomb announced that he has appointed Jim Huston to serve as chairman for the IURC. Huston has served as the interim chairman since Atterholt retired in early January.

“The nominating committee brought me a list of three qualified candidates to fill the IURC vacancy, and after careful consideration, I have selected David Ober. I believe he will be an excellent addition to this important group,” Gov. Holcomb said.

When a vacancy occurs on the IURC, applications are solicited from the public and accepted by a seven-member nominating committee. The committee, comprising four legislative and three gubernatorial appointments, screens the applications and conducts interviews that are open to the public. After conducting the public interviews, the nominating committee recommends three candidates to the governor who then names a new member to the commission.

Members of the nominating committee who selected Ober are Committee Chairman Allen Paul, Eric Scroggins, John Blevins, Bill Davis, Jeb Bardon, Greg Server and Jonathan Little.

For nearly six years, David Ober has served as state representative for House District 82, a position from which he will resign prior to becoming an IURC commissioner. During his legislative service, Ober chaired the House Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications Committee. Ober has a bachelor’s degree in computer graphics from Purdue University Calumet. He is the tourism asset coordinator for the Noble County Convention and Visitors Bureau and previously worked for KPC Media Group in Kendallville.

Jim Huston was appointed an IURC commissioner by former-Gov. Mike Pence in 2014 and reappointed by Gov. Holcomb in 2017. Huston serves as a National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) representative on the Gas Technology Institute’s Public Interest Advisory Committee.

“Jim has a great deal of knowledge and expertise in utility regulation and a track record of successful leadership. He will be a strong chairman for the IURC well into its future,” Gov. Holcomb said.

Huston served in the administrations of both Gov. Pence and Gov. Daniels. He was chief of staff at the Indiana State Department of Health during the Pence administration and executive director of the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives during the Daniels administration.

Jim has held a variety of leadership positions throughout his more than 30-year career at both the federal and state level, including service as Assistant Deputy Treasurer for the state of Indiana in 1989 and as Deputy Commissioner for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles from late 1986 to 1987.

Jim has both a B.S. (1986) and an M.A. (2016) from Ball State University. He also is a 1987 recipient of the Sagamore of the Wabash Award and is a member of Brownsburg Kiwanis. Jim, his wife Christy and their four boys reside in Brownsburg.

The IURC soon will begin accepting applications to fill another commission vacancy. Commissioner Angela Weber’s term expires April 1, 2018. She will serve until a new commissioner is selected.

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VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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 Below are the felony cases to be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.

Carl Wayne Holland: Possession of a synthetic drug or synthetic drug lookalike substance (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Criminal mischief (Class B misdemeanor)

Elmer Jones Jay Demoss Jr.: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony), Strangulation (Level 6 Felony), Criminal confinement (Level 6 Felony)

Chadd Anthony Riley: Dealing in marijuana (Level 6 Felony)

Eyvette Christine Tarr: Theft (Level 6 Felony)

Giashia Samarie Roach: Dealing in marijuana (Level 6 Felony), Maintaining a common nuisance – controlled substances (Level 6 Felony)

Keith Michael Reiter: Unlawful possession or use of legend drug (Level 6 Felony), Maintaining a common nuisance – controlled substances (Level 6 Felony), Possession of a controlled substance (Class A misdemeanor), Possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor), Possession of paraphernalia (Class C misdemeanor)

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