Harm reduction is a public health approach centered on mitigating harmful consequences of substance misuse. Harm reduction kits are available in our office and can include items such as condoms, wound care and hygiene supplies. There are several NaloxBoxes in Blackford County that contain doses of Naloxone, the opiod antagonist that can rapidly reverse effects of opiod use. These NaloxBoxes are accessible 24/7 with no personal interaction needed.
IU Blackford Hospital 410 Pilgrim Blvd Hartford City IN - At this location, the NaloxBox is posted near the Emergency Department entrance in the back off of Independence Pkwy.
Lighthouse Church 2101 N Walnut Hartford City IN - At this location, the NaloxBox is posted on the access road (Pilgrim Blvd) right before you would turn to enter the Lighthouse parking lot.
Trinity United Methodist Church 303 N Walnut Hartford City IN
Harrison Township Fire Station 302 W Huntington St Montpelier IN
Resources
- Treatment Atlas-search local addiction services https://treatmentatlas.org
- FAQ's https://www.in.gov/health/hiv-std-viral-hepatitis/files/IDOH-HRC-FAQ-Januay-2022-2.pdf
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/harm-reduction
- Overdose Lifeline https://www.overdoselifeline.org
- Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program 'Promoting Recovery from Opioid use: Maternal Infant Support and Engagement' https://www.in.gov/fssa/promise/
