THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 6, 2024 Page 7 Mayor Carlo DeMaria presented a proclamation to those who have lost a loved one to addiction or have been affected in any way. (Photo courtesy of the City of Everett) The Everett Fire Department along with the Road to Recovery program handed out resources to attendees. Community members and City of Everett officials joined together for the City’s International Overdose Awareness Day event. The City of Everett’s Health Department handed out resources. DEMARIA | FROM PAGE 1 know someone who is struggling with substance use disorder. Those who attended had the opportunity to learn more about the services provided, as well as meet individuals in the community who can provide help to those who The purple flags and banner in recognition of Everett residents lost to substance use disorder might need it. “There are many in our community who struggle with substance use disorder,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We need to remove the stigma and remember that this disease not only affects the individual, but it also has a disastrous impact on families and the community. There are too many families in Everett that have suffered losses due to overdoses, so I’m committed to providing whatever resources we can to give individuals a helping hand and have hope as they work to make a better life for themselves.” The City of Everett is comThe City of Everett’s Everett Recovery Connection handed out resources to attendees. The Everett Police Department handed out resources to attendees. mitted to providing all the treatment, prevention and healing resources possible to those who need it. If you or someone you know might be struggling with substance use disorder, please don’t hesitate to reach out. The City’s Everett Recovery Connection (ERC) and Road to Recovery programs are ready to assist at any time on any day of the week. For more information, please call 617-394-2270 or visit cityofeverett.com/resident-services/health-living/ substance-use-disorder.
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