Harm Reduction
A Spectrum of Strategies
Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with substance use. Harm reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who use substances.
Harm reduction incorporates a spectrum of strategies from safer use, to managed use, to abstinence, and to meet substance users "where they're at," addressing conditions of use along with the use itself. Because harm reduction demands the interventions and policies designed to serve substance users reflects specific individual and community needs, there is no universal definition of or formula for implementing harm reduction.
SAFE SYRINGE PROGRAM
SUDIS offers a safe syringe program (SSP) which is a community-based program that provides access to sterile needles and syringes, and facilitates safe disposal of used syringes, and provides and links to other important services. SUDIS also provides community members and peers free Naloxone, and teaches participants how to identify an overdose and how to administer naloxone till help arrives.
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Nonsterile injections can lead to transmission of hep C, HIV and many skin infection. By providing people access to sterile syringes and injection equipment.
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Our Safe Syringe Program plays a key role in preventing overdose deaths by training people who will most likely witness an overdose on how to rapidly recognize one and respond.
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To have healthy communities, all people must have equal access to quality healthcare regardless of background or life circumstances. We aim to be a safe place for all individuals to feel comfortable and supported as they set and reach their health goals.
HAVE QUESTIONS? NEED OUR ASSISTANCE?
If you have any questions about our Harm Reduction Services / Safe Syringe Program please contact us through our form or give us a call. We look forward to assisting you.
