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Dodge & Olmsted Community Corrections – Drug and Alcohol Response Team (DART)

The Drug and Alcohol Response Team (DART) in Olmsted County tackles the often hidden substance misuse problem by connecting people to critical support services and resources.

Substance abuse is a hidden problem in Greater Minnesota. Learn how DART creates solutions to help solve it.
Meet Darci, a Peer Recovery Specialist, and hear how her own journey helps her help others.
Hear why words matter and how we all have a role to play in reducing the stigma of substance abuse.
Learn how the DART team came to be in Olmsted County.

A Program At Work: DART

DART’s mission is to help people who struggle with substance misuse survive and thrive, make healthier choices, and find a path to recovery.

As part of Olmsted County’s Diversity, Equity, and Community Outreach (DECO) program, the Drug and Alcohol Response Team (DART) supports individuals struggling with substance misuse by offering personalized care without judgment. Funded by opioid settlement money, DART works closely with law enforcement and healthcare providers to address drug-related incidents that would otherwise go unnoticed. The team members connect affected residents to vital services such as recovery support and harm reduction. As a result, DART directly impacts the community’s well-being by reducing barriers to care, especially for marginalized groups.

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