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Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Every day, individuals with substance use disorders and in recovery face challenges to maintain health and well-being. Community connections, including access to stable jobs, steady paychecks, and supportive workplaces help sustain recovery. Recovery Friendly Workplaces is an initiative for local employers to better understand policies and practices that can help make a work environment supportive. RFW offers evidence-based information for employers who want to make foundational changes to the way they hire, engage with, and support employees living with or seeking recovery from substance abuse.

Presenter: Tyler Meenach, Dr. Jen Park-Mroch , & Meghan Rutherford

GREAT LAKES ROTA-RC Completes Year Two

77%

Increase in Virtual Education Outreach to Rural Counties

2.9k

Total Virtual Education Contacts

901

Adults Trained in Evidenced Based SUD & MH Programming

1,065

Youth Educated in SUD & MH Prevention Programming

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University of Minnesota Extension

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Waupaca Foundry earns Recovery Friendly Workplace recognition

UW Madison, Division of Extension, (a Great Lakes ROTA-RC partner), is excited to share that Waupaca Foundry has earned the Recovery Friendly Workplace recognition! This honor highlights their commitment to fostering a supportive environment for employees in or seeking recovery.

The Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative, supported by the Health and Well-Being Institute, aims to equip businesses with the tools and resources needed to create healthier, more inclusive workplaces. Waupaca Foundry’s efforts demonstrate the positive impact of this program, inspiring other organizations to prioritize recovery-friendly practices.

Read the full article in Insight on Business to learn more about Waupaca Foundry’s recognition and the role Extension plays in supporting recovery efforts in local communities in Wisconsin.

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These virtual learning opportunities will be hosted by Great Lakes ROTA-RC’s Cooperative Extension partners in Region 5, and feature a range of experienced professionals.

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