Not sure where to begin? A peer recovery specialist can help you or a loved one take the next step, often free or low cost.
Harm reduction focuses on reducing the negative consequences of substance use rather than requiring abstinence. It meets people where they are and recognizes that recovery looks different for everyone.
Supports include naloxone (Narcan), sterile syringe programs, drug-testing strips, and specialized phone support for people using alone. These supplies and services are available at numerous locations nationwide and, in many cases, by mail. Availability varies by state and community.
In addition to other resources listed below, RECOVERY COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (RCOs)+ widely serve as key access points for harm reduction supplies and information.
Overdose remains a serious public health concern. Expanded access to naloxone (Narcan) has helped reduce overdose deaths in several states by reversing opioid overdoses and saving lives. Overdose Prevention Centers where people can use under supervision are also slowly beginning to emerge.
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