DEPORTEE ASSISSTANCE

The National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) is making a public appeal for deported migrants, especially those with a substance dependency, to enrol in its nine-month reintegration programme geared at helping them become productive members of the society.

Sislyn Malcolm, national director of field services at NCDA said "It is very difficult for these persons, who are deported and are also drug abusers who have lived in a First-World country for the greater portion of their lives, to adjust to our lifestyle in Jamaica. "It is hoped that this initiative will enable these individuals to successfully reintegrate into society and become responsible citizens."


Interested persons who wish to contact the National Council on Drug Abuse can call the toll-free number at 1-888-991-4244 or text the word HELP to 564-3784