OverdoseAwarenessHNB

NOW is the time to END OVERDOSE, the time for SAFE SUPPLY. NOW is the time to SHOW UP and MAKE CHANGE. NOW is the time to STOP THE STIGMA #TheVAN #OverdoseAware

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NAAW Resource- National Overdose Response Service (NORS) is an overdose prevention hotline for Canadians providing loving, confidential, nonjudgmental support, whenever & wherever you use drugs. Call OR Text : 1-888-688-NORS(6677) #NAAW #harmreduction https://t.co/IOOi52BJin

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NAAW resource-Narcan/Naloxone, is used to reverse an opioid overdose. It’s fast, FREE, & saves countless lives. If you need some or know who might, just call or text the VAN. We deliver anywhere across Haldimand, Norfolk, Brant, Brantford, Six Nations, & MCFN. #NAAW #Overdose

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Stigma around substance use is one of the biggest barriers for people seeking and receiving treatment for substance use disorders. Stigma often takes the form of discriminatory attitudes, beliefs and behaviours. Be the change #NAAW #STIGMA https://t.co/lozfTuyh3f

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NAAW Resource-ConnexOntario is a free and confidential service offering support through phone, chat, text, & email for people in Ontario. It provides information about mental health & addiction services available both local & otherwise #NAAW #Addiction https://t.co/Cwsrhss0cE

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National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW), November 24-30, 2024, aims to raise awareness about substance use and addiction, highlighting solutions to address related harms. #NAAW #harmreduction #solutionsforchange

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#cts #HarmReduction #FactsMatter

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HNB VAN Team member Marijo, was honoured to MC Brantford's IOAD memorial. Community partners & members alike took time to support one another throughout this important awareness event. Thank you to all who took part. Together we can 💜 #IOAD2024 #overdoseawareness

[OverdoseAwarenessHNB @HnbOverdose]

If you are in the Brantford area this afternoon, please stop by Victoria Park between 3-7pm. Join the HNB VAN and other community partners in remembering those lost to the toxic drug poisonings across our communities.
Together we can 💜 #ioad2024 #overdoseawarenessday2024

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Hundreds turned out for International Overdose Awareness Day in Ohsweken. Community coming together with compassion and understanding is what it's all about. Together, we can 💜 #ioad2024 #overdoseawarenessday2024

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Last night, friends and family gathered at the Simcoe library for our walk and candlelight vigil at Clifton Park, remembering those lost by toxic drug poisonings. Our hearts are with you all 💜 #IOAD2024 #OverdoseAwareness

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Simcoe #IOAD memorial walk. Meeting at the library and walking to Clifton Park. 5pm. Hope to see you there. #overdoseawareness #community #IOAD2024

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Today at The Minga we are assembling Xylazine test strip kits. If you're interested in testing your Fentanyl for the tranquilizer Xylazine, this kit is for you. Please note it is only available for a limited time, while supplies last. Contact the VAN for more information

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Saturday, Marijo, Mike, Chris, Heather, Richard, and Edi joined the community in Port Dover for the Haldimand and Norfolk Pride 2024 celebration in Powell Park. Despite the storm making it's dramatic entrance, fun was had by all. Can't get any rainbows without a little rain 🌈 ❤️

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We are The VAN #HarmReduction

[guyfelicella🇨🇦🍁 @guyfelicella]

Do we blame treatment & recovery programs for people not maintaining sobriety? 🤔🤔

Many people on the streets have tried treatment before. Often many times. (In my case, dozens of times before it “took.”)

But we don’t blame recovery because the toxic drug crisis is still ongoing. There are no angry protests out there about failing treatment programs. We understand this crisis is complicated, especially when the drugs are so poisonous, and addiction is a chronic relapsing condition.

So why do people say harm reduction is “failing”?

It’s not. Harm reduction services like drug checking, supervised consumption, provision of clean supplies, attachment to health care, social services and treatment, decrim and safer supply reduce injuries & disease & save lives EVERY SINGLE DAY.

Harm reduction is succeeding.

Has it solved the toxic drug crisis?

HOW COULD IT?

The toxic drug crisis won’t end until the drugs aren’t toxic.

In the meantime, harm reduction gonna keep reducing harm.

Treatment & recovery gonna keep treating and keep recovering.

#ToxicDrugCrisis #HarmReduction #Treatment #Recovery #BCpoli

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Save the date. Wednesday, March 6, Ohsweken

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Happy New Year! A little PSA to start off the first 2024 VAN shifts. When we ask for a street name, we ALWAYS mean an actual street. We don't ask for personal names because it's a confidential service. Even for the Lil Marcos of the world 🤣 #HarmReduction #streetname

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Please keep this in mind when requesting Harm reduction supplies. We want to ensure you have enough to get through the holidays. Stay safe everyone! ❤️

[Elaine Hyshka @ehyshka]

There is no such thing as 'naloxone-resistant fentanyl'. This is likely fentanyl contaminated w/ benzodiazepines or another sedative. Naloxone should still be used to restore breathing. It could take multiple doses. https://t.co/XGlNz6QjLV

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We love to get feedback on the Hnb Van, good or bad. It inspires us to do better and helps keep us motivated when times are tough. Thank you to the folks who took their time to share what the VAN team means to them. We care about you just as much! ❤️ #harmreduction #thevan #love