Virginia Opioid Authority Funded SmART Program
The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority has awarded a grant to the University of Virginia's SmART program.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority has awarded over $200,000 in grant funding to the SmART program at the University of Virginia. This initiative supports addiction treatment and medication services provided to patients at The Haven shelter in Charlottesville.
Why it matters
The grant is designed to expand treatment accessibility and improve care options for individuals struggling with addiction. It is part of a broader effort by the authority to bolster support services throughout the state.
The grant award for the SmART program totals more than $200,000 as part of 39 total projects funded by the authority across Virginia. The project provides targeted addiction assistance and medication to patients at The Haven facility.
The players
Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority
This state-level organization is tasked with managing and distributing funds to support addiction recovery and mitigation efforts across Virginia.
University of Virginia
This public research university in Charlottesville hosts the SmART program and leads various academic and clinical health initiatives.
The details
The SmART program operates by meeting addiction patients directly at The Haven, a shelter facility in Charlottesville. Staff deliver medication and direct assistance services to help those in need of recovery support.
Timeline
September 22, 2026: The grant award was officially announced.
Health Landscape
This investment aligns with the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority's grant funding protocols, which prioritize localized care for substance use disorders. It reflects a shift toward integrating clinical treatment directly into existing community shelters.
Patients in the Charlottesville area will gain increased access to specialized addiction treatment and medication through this program. These services directly offer support at The Haven shelter to lower barriers for those seeking recovery.
The takeaway
This funding demonstrates the importance of bringing medical addiction services to established community shelters where patients already reside. Individuals seeking support in the region can utilize these enhanced options to better manage their recovery journeys.
Further reading
For more information on recovery resources in the state, visit Virginia Substance Abuse.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 29news.
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