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> How We Support Our RFWs

¢ Customized approach
¢ Connection to statewide and local resources

¢ Tools and materials curated for each workplace
¢ Support for employees and loved ones
¢ No-cost trainings

¢ Sharing policy resources and samples
° Peer connections

¢ Committee/survey support

¢ Workforce development connections
Ongoing dialogue, structure

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> RFW Trainings

“In Person” “In Person”' or Online (Self-Paced) New Content — Online Only Currently

Understanding SUD, Accessing Resources Identifying & Supporting Diversity, Equity, &
Bias, Stigma, & in NH: 211 & The Employees With Inclusion for NH
Discrimination Doorway Substance Use Concerns Workplaces

Why the Workforce Needs
People in Recovery

Overcoming the Impact of RFW Panel: Journeys, How to Support a Loved

Substance Use Disorders Processes, Policies & How To Save a Life Employer & Employee One With SUD (and Keep

el cea Practices, and With Narcan Vignettes Taking Care of Yourself
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RFW Overview &
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Isolation Workplace Wellness Recovery Friendly
Workplace

person’ refers to a training that is conducted live-time, either via Zoom or in person when conditions permit.

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> What Can Employers Do?

¢ Develop/implement process ,
> Examples: RFW Committee, Survey i

¢ Parity in policies

¢ Train supervisors

¢ Focus on safety

¢ Rx drug take-back events
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Supporting Employees With Substance Use Concerns:
The Recovery Friendly Approach

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¢ The best identification practice is to
have open and honest conversations
with employees in a safe, supportive,
and recovery-friendly environment. Have A Plan Show
and Empathy and

Creating this environment is key to Resources
becoming a Recovery Friendly
Workplace.

Compassion

¢ When holding space for conversations
about substance use concerns,
remember to:

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> Case Study: Genfoot America

¢ 5 employees have come forward

¢ Hiring from local recovery homes
>» 2 now Shift Leaders
¢ Helping Hands Committee

¢ Decreases in
> Accidents/injuries
> Lost days
> Light duty days

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> WHAT CAN EMPLOYERS DO: Waypoint

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friendly

> NH Resources

nhrecoveryhub.org

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#* COMMUNITY

An Initiative of Granite United Way © ORGANIZATION

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> National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

¢ For free and confidential support for people in distress,

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prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, I
and best practices for professionals: ,

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1-800-273-TALK (8255

suicidepreventionlifeline.org

counseling

° Peer Support Agencies: No-cost, peer-based support for those
with mental illness

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> Contact

Shannon Bresaw, MSW
Program Director
Shannon@recoveryfriendlyworkplace.com

Samantha Lewandowski, MS
Assistant Program Director
Sam@recoveryfriendlyworkplace.com

Karen Morton-Clark, CRSW
Recovery Advisor
Karen@recoveryfriendlyworkplace.com

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To become a Recovery Friendly Workplace or learn more:
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City of Nashua Declaration

Nashua is a welcoming city where the contributions of all are valued and celebrated. A
strong dedication to serving the community, teamwork, integrity and respect are the
foundations of its city government. The City of Nashua is committed to a healthy, safe and
stigma-free work environment. With our enrollment in the state’s Recovery Friendly
Workplace initiative, we now have greater resources to improve upon this commitment.
This initiative encourages an environment in which employers, employees and community
members can collaborate to create positive change and eliminate barriers for those
impacted by substance use disorder and mental health issues. In order to achieve a high
level of employee health, safety and productivity, we continue to encourage all employees
to reach out for help and support for themselves or a loved one.

Nashua is connected withThe Doorway of Greater Nashua, Greater Nashua Mental
Health, Revive Recovery and many other local organizations offering peer-based support
to people affected by or afflicted with substance use disorder and those suffering from
mental health issues. Nashua is a caring community with a city government that strives
every day to help all in its embrace live their best lives and achieve success

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