OLYMPIA–The Department of Social and Health Services - DSHS is holding two hearings Tuesday, June 28 to allow the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed move of an opioid treatment program facility from Renton to Kent.
WCHS, Inc., which has operated the treatment program in Renton since its licensure and accreditation by DSHS in April 2002, requested the move. The company wishes to move the treatment program’s location to 21851 84th Ave. S in Kent. The clinic provides access to essential health care for people dependent on opioids such as heroin and OxyContin by dispensing medication (such as methadone or buprenorphine) and providing case management, therapeutic treatment services and medical oversight.
The program’s relocation must be approved by DSHS, the Washington State Department of Health and federal Drug Enforcement and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services administrations.
Public hearings are scheduled in both King and Pierce counties on June 28, 2016 at the following locations:
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City of Milton Activity Center, 1000 Laurel St., Milton. The hearing is from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Sign-in begins at 2:15 p.m.
City of Kent Chambers, 220 4th Ave. S, Kent. The hearing is from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sign-in begins at 5:45 p.m.
Information about the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatment for opioid disorders is available online. There are also facts for families and friends regarding this type of treatment and information regarding buprenorphine.
Visit the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery or more information about substance use treatment services.