🧡 Harm Reduction Resources
NEXT Distro
Free Naloxone (Narcan) & Fentanyl Test Strips
NEXT Distro provides free harm reduction supplies through mail-based programs and community partnerships.
Services include:
- Free naloxone (Narcan) access
- Fentanyl test strips
- Overdose prevention education
- Harm reduction supplies
- Safer use information
- Connection to local resources
Website:
https://nextdistro.org/
Prevention Point Pittsburgh
Harm Reduction & Recovery Support Services
Prevention Point Pittsburgh provides harm reduction services, overdose prevention resources, and support for individuals who use drugs and their families.
Services include:
- Free naloxone (Narcan)
- Syringe services
- Safer use supplies
- Overdose prevention education
- HIV and hepatitis C prevention resources
- Wound care supplies
- Peer support
- Referrals to treatment, healthcare, and social services
Website:
https://www.pppgh.org/
Naloxone (Narcan) Access in Pennsylvania
Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose and save lives. Having naloxone available can help provide immediate support during an overdose emergency.
Resources for obtaining naloxone:
PA Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP)
Provides information about naloxone access throughout Pennsylvania.
Website:
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/ddap
PA Get Help Now Hotline
Provides 24/7 support connecting individuals and families with substance use treatment and recovery resources.
Services include:
- Treatment referrals
- Recovery resources
- Support navigating substance use services
Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website:
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/ddap/get-help-now
Fentanyl Test Strip Resources
Fentanyl test strips can help identify the presence of fentanyl in certain substances and are one tool used as part of overdose prevention strategies.
Resources:
NEXT Distro
Free fentanyl test strips and harm reduction supplies.
Website:
https://nextdistro.org/
Prevention Point Pittsburgh
Provides harm reduction supplies and overdose prevention education.
Website:
https://www.pppgh.org/
Overdose Prevention & Education
Never Use Alone Hotline
Provides confidential overdose prevention support by connecting individuals with an operator who can call emergency services if an overdose occurs.
Call: 877-696-1996
Website:
https://neverusealone.com/
Good Samaritan Protection (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania’s Good Samaritan protections help encourage individuals to seek emergency medical help during an overdose situation without fear of certain drug-related criminal consequences.
If someone is experiencing an overdose:
Call 911 immediately.
Information:
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/ddap
Substance Use Treatment & Recovery Connections
SAMHSA National Helpline
Provides free and confidential information and referrals for mental health and substance use treatment.
Services include:
- Treatment referrals
- Recovery resources
- Information about local programs
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website:
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help
PA 211 — Community Resource Navigation
PA 211 connects individuals with local resources, including:
- Harm reduction services
- Substance use treatment
- Recovery programs
- Healthcare resources
- Community supports
Call: 211
Text: Your ZIP code to 898-211
Website:
https://www.pa211.org/
