Our Programs and Services
For Persons Who Inject Drugs (PWID)
- Harm Reduction and Health Support
- Needle Exchange Program
- Clean Needles and Syringes: We distribute sterile needles and syringes to reduce the risk of infections such as HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C.
- Safe Disposal: We provide safe disposal bins for used needles to protect public health and prevent needle-stick injuries.
- Medical Assistance
- Health Screenings: Regular testing for infectious diseases, including HIV, Hepatitis, and other blood-borne pathogens.
- Wound Care: Treatment and care for injection-related injuries, ensuring that minor wounds do not become severe infections.
- Counseling and Support
- Mental Health Services: Individual counseling to address mental health issues and support emotional well-being.
- Addiction Counseling: Guidance and support for those seeking to manage or overcome addiction, including personalized treatment plans.
- Educational Workshops
- Safe Injection Practices: Training sessions on minimizing health risks associated with drug injection.
- Overdose Prevention: Education on recognizing and responding to overdoses, including the distribution of naloxone, a life-saving medication.
- Referral Services
- Rehabilitation and Detox: Connections to rehabilitation centers and detox programs for individuals seeking more intensive treatment.
- Comprehensive Health and Support Services
- Harm Reduction Services
- Safe Use Kits: Providing clean paraphernalia, including pipes, filters, and other items, to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
- For Persons Who Use Drugs (PWUD)
- Health Screenings
- Regular Check-Ups: Offering regular health screenings to monitor for conditions like HIV, Hepatitis, and other infections common among drug users.
- Psychosocial Support
- Counseling Services: Mental health support for dealing with the stresses and challenges of drug use.
- Support Groups: Facilitating peer support groups to create a sense of community and mutual aid among participants.
- Educational Programs
- Information Sessions: Educational sessions on the effects of various drugs, safe usage practices, and harm reduction techniques.
- Treatment Options: Providing detailed information on available treatments and recovery programs to help users make informed decisions.
- Community Outreach
- Stigma Reduction: Engaging with the community to reduce the stigma associated with drug use and promote acceptance.
- Advocacy: Working to influence policies that support harm reduction and the rights of drug users.