The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is providing $2.5 million to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) to expand recovery housing for individuals with opioid use disorder and co-occurring conditions. Funded by Michigan’s opioid settlement, this initiative aims to reduce overdose deaths and address disparities.
The new MSHDA Recovery Housing Investment Program (RHIP) will offer forgivable loans to certified recovery facilities for purchasing or leasing properties. This investment is expected to create 40-60 recovery homes, supporting 250-350 individuals. Recovery residences provide a stable environment for individuals to manage recovery and engage in community activities, addressing a key social determinant of health. Priority will be given to areas with the highest need and Tribal entities.
For more information, visit: MDHHS and MSHDA websites.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
