According to the CDC, there were 19 provisional overdose deaths in Hunterdon County between September 2023 – September 2024

Kacey Lee McKown – High Bridge, New Jersey 08829

When I was deeply struggling with Substance use Disorder in 2008, I was guided and helped to be put on Medicaid. I utilized Medicaid for at least 6-7 years to stay on a path of healing from both Substance Use Disorder and my overall mental health. I needed both to be arrested in concert in order to stay sober, abstinent and of sane mind.

Being new to treatment and recovery, finding stable and gainful employment was difficult, but having Medicaid helped me stay sober, abstinent, and keep a sane mind. Pulling money away  from this vital program will contribute to struggling with Substance Use Disorder, and likely lead to the loss of life. There has already been an unacceptable amount of loss of life, policymakers will share accountability if there are cuts to Medicaid.