MATTERS Network

02/20/2026

As MATTERS continues to grow in Allegheny County, expanding our partner network allows us to connect more people to treatment, resources, and support.

By working together, we can strengthen pathways to care and reach more individuals across the county.

Become a partner: mattersnetwork.org/join-the-network

02/18/2026

Virtual care that meets people where they are.

Same-day appointments, secure visits, and multilingual support paired with wraparound services to reduce barriers to treatment.

Visit mattersnetwork.org/help to get connected.

Also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, this helpline is a confidential, free service that provides referrals to treatment facilities, support groups, and other community-based organizations.

02/17/2026

25 million test strips distributed across New York!

What began in 2022 has grown into a harm reduction effort reaching communities across the state. This milestone reflects years of sustained effort and collaboration to expand access and save lives.

Thank you to OASAS for partnering with us on this important initiative.

Free test strips continue to be available for individuals and organizations statewide. Order supplies at mattersnetwork.org/request-test-strips.

02/16/2026

MATTERS brings together experts across medicine, behavioral health, public health, and more to support people at every step.

Our multidisciplinary approach helps create stronger connections to care and better outcomes for the communities we serve.

Learn more about our team at: mattersnetwork.org/who-we-are

02/13/2026

Substance use and heart health are closely connected. Substance use can affect heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels, especially when substances are mixed.

Education and support can help reduce risk. Learn more about heart health at www.heart.org, or contact us at 765-628-8377 to get connected to care.

02/12/2026

Meet our New York Outreach Coordinators!

From connecting individuals to resources to working with organizations interested in partnering, this team is here to help across the state.

Looking for support? Contact your regional coordinator to get started.

02/11/2026

Support for HIV and Hepatitis C, all in one place.

Find testing centers near you, treatment options, and trusted resources when you need them.

Learn more at mattersnetwork.org/hiv

02/10/2026

Implementation Manager Phil McNamara spent time in New Jersey meeting with the team to support MATTERS' expansion efforts. We're excited to continue building this work across New Jersey.

To learn more about the available resources in New Jersey, visit: mattersnetwork.org/nj

02/09/2026

We are very excited to introduce our new Support Services Coordinator, Marta Moore.

Hometown? Buffalo, NY

What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The team has been very welcoming and supportive.

Favorite place to visit in New York State? Griffis Sculpture Park 🌲

02/06/2026

Real life looks different for everyone, and access should reflect that. Our referral platform is designed to reduce barriers and adapt to individual needs at every step.

Learn more about how our referral platform is built around real-life needs at:

MATTERS links individuals with opioid use disorder to outpatient medication for addiction treatment. Find treatment resources here!

02/05/2026

Jenni Thurston, MSW, our Harm Reduction Coordinator, has been working hard behind the scenes to ensure MATTERS’ Syringe Service Program participants receive supplies in a timely manner.

Learn more about our program and explore education at: mattersnetwork.org/syringe-services

02/04/2026

This February, we celebrate 100 years of Black History Month and honor the lasting legacy of the Black community.

Through resilience and leadership, this legacy has advanced meaningful progress toward equity and access, shaping our communities and the work we do today.