CHESS Health Introduces Spanish Language Edition of its

Rochester, NY, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CHESS Health, the leading provider of evidence-based digital health solutions addressing the individual and societal crisis of substance use disorder (SUD), today announced the launch of Conexiones―the Spanish-language edition of its Connections smartphone app. With Conexiones, individuals in Hispanic, Latin(a/o), Latinx communities can directly access personalized recovery support resources to complement SUD treatment any time of the day or night.

“CHESS Health aims to increase support for every individual with SUD, wherever they are, and improve overall outcomes,” said Hans Morefield, Chief Executive Officer, CHESS Health. “A key aspect of the Conexiones app is based on peer-reviewed research that demonstrates the lasting effect of ‘connectedness’ on long-term recovery from SUD by reducing feelings of isolation that can contribute to relapse. We are incredibly proud to offer Spanish-speaking individuals a safe, supportive peer community, where viable options did not exist before.” 

Conexiones is based on CHESS Health’s original Connections app, which uniquely blends digital recovery tools with compassionate peer support. The app has been proven to help individuals maintain long periods of abstinence, improve patient retention, reduce the risk of relapse, and result in cost of care savings. The new Conexiones app provides the same evidence-based features available in the original app, while addressing particular challenges often faced by members of Latinx communities.

“Collective experiences are essential to healing from SUDs,” said Dr. Anna Lee, DSW, MSW, LCSW, Director of Innovation at Social Model Recovery Systems, an early adopter of the Conexiones app. “By providing Conexiones, we’re equipping our Spanish-speaking participants with culturally mindful resources and support. These are critical components that will enhance their recovery experience while reducing disparities in…