Paterson is one of just 15 cities worldwide — and one of just two in the United States — that is getting a $1 million Bloomberg philanthropy grant for a project to bring treatment to people who are addicted to drugs. The program, known as RealFix, will offer fast-tracked 24/7 treatment to people experiencing opioid use disorder. Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh discusses the program and the grant.
Paterson receives $1M grant to help fight opioid addiction
It's just one of 15 cities worldwide to be awarded the grant
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Rhonda Schaffler has been reporting on business for NJ Spotlight News since 2016. Previously, she worked as an anchor and reporter for CNN, Reuters and Bloomberg.