In 2018, the Massachusetts Sheriffs Association launched a landmark initiative providing expanded medication for opioid use disorder options to individuals in jails. The presenters represent two of the facilities that took on this initiative, Norfolk County and Suffolk County. They will discuss the risk and benefits of implementing this treatment and how to bridge the gap between custody and health care staff to ensure positive outcomes to addiction recovery.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the necessary stakeholders to implement MOUD
• Describe the policies, procedures, and education required for staff and justice-involved individuals
• Explain how reentry services and community continuation of care are critical