Colts Owner Jim Irsay Pledges $1 Million for Addiction Services

First and Goal… –

FEBRUARY 25, 2020 – “Addiction is terribly difficult for everyone involved, and it’s important that people aren’t shamed by this disease because shame kills,” Irsay said. “IU Health has a tremendous program, and we are committed to partnering with them to address this problem across Indiana.”

A 2018 study conducted by Indiana University found that two in three Hoosiers know someone who is struggling with addiction. Thanks in part to recent funding from grants and philanthropic support, IU Health has significantly expanded access to addiction treatment statewide. The system has launched five regional addiction treatment recovery centers across the state, offering group, individual, and cognitive behavioral therapy along with aftercare, which offers needed support for patients after they complete the programs. Completion rates within these programs are above the national average of 40%, with some programs showing completion rates above 90%.

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Leonard Buschel

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