Working to Create the Best Outcomes
for infants born substance-exposed and their familiesSEPI-CT partners with providers, community agencies, and families across Connecticut to raise awareness about substance exposure during pregnancy and to ensure families have access to the treatment, recovery, and support resources they need while working to improve the health and well-being of infants born substance-exposed.
Our Core Values
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Recovery & Harm Reduction OrientedRecovery & Harm Reduction Oriented The path to recovery is not singular. We respect each individual’s journey and meet them where they are.
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Inclusivity & RepresentationInclusivity & Representation We actively work to uplift, empower, and break down barriers to care for historically oppressed minority populations.
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Destigmatization & EmpowermentDestigmatization & Empowerment We strive to eliminate the stigma associated with substance use, and empower individuals to seek the support they need.
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Capacity BuildingCapacity Building We connect providers, professionals, and healthcare systems with tools and expertise to deliver compassionate, quality care.
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Data InformedData Informed We continuously seek opportunities for quality improvement and new data collection to best serve our populations’ needs.
Our Priorities & Goals
The work of SEPI-CT is guided by a 5-Year Strategic Plan (2022-2027). The priority areas and goals of the plan are:
Screening & Brief Intervention
Goal: Improve screening for substance misuse and substance use disorders and to provide appropriate services through provider education and enhancement of statewide referral systems
Marketing & Training
Goal: Create and enhance opportunities for substance exposed pregnancy professional development and promote statewide awareness and knowledge
CAPTA & Family
Care Plans
Goal: Promote broad understanding of CAPTA reporting requirements and the value of Family Care Plans
Treatment, Recovery,
& Wellness Support
Goal: Ensure birthing people, children and families have access to SEPI-CT and SUD treatment, recovery, and support resources
“When things change inside you, things change around you.”
Take the First Step
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