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By the People, for the People
Lake County Addiction Board Reports Progress in Overdose Prevention and Peer Support
Report shows fewer uninsured adults and better child safety outcomes, but treatment gaps persist for pregnant women with substance disorders.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board reported progress in overdose prevention, peer support workforce development, and child safety as part of its 2023–2025 Community Assessment & Plan. The county exceeded goals for naloxone distribution and peer support training, and saw declines in uninsured adults and child removals due to parental substance use. However, challenges remain in serving pregnant women with substance use disorders.
Why it matters
The report highlights the importance of sustained investment in prevention and recovery services, which can have a measurable impact on public health and safety outcomes in the community. It also underscores the ongoing need to address gaps in treatment and support, particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant women struggling with substance use.
The details
The Lake County ADAMHS Board exceeded its goals for distributing 1,293 naloxone kits to reverse opioid overdoses and training 35 peer supporters to help others navigate recovery, up from a target of 10. The county also saw declines in the uninsured adult population and the number of children removed from homes due to parental substance use. However, the board fell short of its goal to admit 50 pregnant women for residential treatment, citing barriers like housing, childcare, and transportation.
- The Community Assessment & Plan covered the 2023-2025 period.
- In 2025, the county distributed 1,293 naloxone kits and trained 17 new peer supporters.
- The percentage of uninsured adults declined from 6.5% to 4.9% over the three-year period.
- In 2025, only one child was removed from their home due to parental substance use, down from previous years.
The players
Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board
The local authority responsible for overseeing addiction and mental health services in Lake County, Ohio.
Daniel Rowles
Director of quality & clinical operations for the Lake County ADAMHS Board.
What they’re saying
“These numbers show that our community is working—especially in lifesaving overdose prevention, peer support, and child safety.”
— Daniel Rowles, Director of quality & clinical operations (cleveland.com)
What’s next
The board said the assessment results will be used to guide future strategies and partnerships across prevention, treatment and recovery services in Lake County.
The takeaway
The Lake County ADAMHS Board's progress in areas like overdose prevention and peer support demonstrates the impact that sustained investment in community-based services can have. However, the report also highlights the need to address persistent gaps in treatment, particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant women with substance use disorders.
