Provides harm reduction items that decrease the chance of opiate overdose and that may prevent illness such as HIV. Includes naloxone distribution kits, HIV testing materials, fentanyl test strips, condoms, and more.

Provides information and referral to services, both locally and nationally, for drug and alcohol detox as well as treatment.

Substance Use Disorder services include one-one-one counseling with a drug addiction counselor; administration of Vivitrol is available from a healthcare provider: Naloxone doses available to prevent overdose deaths. Counseling provides individuals with an opportunity to actively pursue emotional healing and personal growth, in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Although our difficulties are unique, we all face trials of many kinds. Facing these trials, with the support of a counselor, can be an empowering experience. Recovery Support Group SMART Recovery is FREE and is held Tuesday evening. Support group help people learn self-empowering tools and members will provide support for each other in recovery. The goal of SMART Recovery is for you to achieve a healthy, positive and balanced lifestyle so you can conquer new challenges. Groups are held at the Knox County Community Health Center - Mount Vernon, Ohio location (Health Department) in the Conference Room on Tuesday evening at 6 pm. This group meets for about an hour and is open to anyone, no matter where they are at in their journey to recovery. There is no need to pre-register, and there is no fee to attend the support groups.

Pickaway County Public Health, in partnership with Hope Valley Recovery, Circleville Vineyard Church, and Integrated Services for Behavioral Health, is excited to announce the arrival of three new Harm Reduction Vending Machines in Circleville, with a fourth on the way. These machines are designed to provide free, 24/7 access to lifesaving and wellness supplies that promote public health and safety throughout Pickaway County. Each machine will include: - Naloxone (Narcan) kits - Fentanyl test strips - Safer sex kits - Medication and sharps disposal options - First aid kits - Hygiene and menstrual supplies - COVID and pregnancy tests - Winter and summer care kits (socks, hats, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.) - Bottled water.

Provides support, counseling, and information for individuals early into their recovery from drugs and/or alcohol. Helps develop the skills necessary to maintain sobriety and deal with the feelings associated with early recovery. Support and counseling are offered to family members of the individual in treatment.

Provides a 16 bed Men's residential treatment program for men who have been identified as having moderate to severe substance use disorder(s) and are unable to safely engage in early recovery outside of a structured 24 hour supervised setting. Men will participate in up to 30 hours a week of clinical programing, receive vocational and employment services case management services to being the identification of resources and benefits needed to increase the likelihood of successful transition back into the community that will support on-going recovery. There are also residential housing options for SUD after completion of residential recovery program.

Provides peer recovery support in a trusted relationship while identifying goals to create a more meaningful life. A peer has a similar lived experience and specialized training that models recovery while providing hope to clients with substance use and/ or mental health disorder diagnoses. They provide recovery support, link to community resources, connect to the recovery community, and establish relapse prevention plans. Services may be provided in the home, office, or virtually.

Provides an anonymous, safe needle exchange for those individuals with substance use disorder issues. Accepts used needles that are secured and safely transported in exchange for new needles. Provides access to HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and Hepatitis C testing, naloxone, and referrals to treatment (if requested).

Works with families and friends and others who are concerned with the alcohol or other drug addiction of someone they love with the objective of helping those individuals to recognize their disease and accept treatment.

Provides assistance in finding employment, housing, healthcare, child care, legal services, transportation and more. Offers Wellness programs, such as smoking cessation, sleep hygiene and nutrition. Also offers education to help patients better understand their disorder and the steps toward a successful recovery.

Provides evidence-based activities and education on drug, alcohol and substance abuse, prevention and recovery. In group or classroom sessions, participants will: - Learn effective methods to avoid and abstain from drugs, alcohol and other harmful behaviors - Increase communication and bonding with parents - Learn how to keep the lines of communication open with parents during stressful situations - Develop a healthy self-image and self-esteem - Learn positive social skills for home, school and in the community - Parents will learn how to set limits and administer appropriate consequences - Discover the relationship between responsibility and independence - Youth learn to identify their skills and personal strengths - Youth learn to make positive friends and productively manage time - Identify other community services available for resolving family and personal issues.

Provides a kit that contains strips that test for the presence of fentanyl in an opiate, naloxone, a prescribed nasal inhalant that reverses an opioid overdose. Kit includes 2 vials of medication, 2 nasal attachements, an instructional DVD, and a small tip sheet on how to recognize an overdose. Will receive instruction on how to recognize and respond to an overdose (as well as distinguish between different types of overdose) and how to administer intranasal Naloxone to reverse the opioid overdose.

Provides structured programs and interventions to help people in recovery make the cognitive, behavioral, and attitudinal changes that are necessary to prevent them from returning to their previous patterns of alcohol or other drug abuse. Aftercare programs provide continued support for recovering individuals who have completed an Oriana House treatment program. Meeting locations vary.

Provides a suicide prevention, substance abuse, and mental health crisis hotline.

Offer comprehensive psychiatric, counseling and case management services, various support services, for people struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Substance Use Disorder services include one-one-one counseling with a drug addiction counselor; administration of Vivitrol is available from a healthcare provider: Naloxone doses available to prevent overdose deaths. Counseling provides individuals with an opportunity to actively pursue emotional healing and personal growth, in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Although our difficulties are unique, we all face trials of many kinds. Facing these trials, with the support of a counselor, can be an empowering experience. Recovery Support Group SMART Recovery is FREE and is held Tuesday evening. Support group help people learn self-empowering tools and members will provide support for each other in recovery. The goal of SMART Recovery is for you to achieve a healthy, positive and balanced lifestyle so you can conquer new challenges. Groups are held at the Knox County Community Health Center - Mount Vernon, Ohio location (Health Department) in the Conference Room on Tuesday evening at 6 pm. This group meets for about an hour and is open to anyone, no matter where they are at in their journey to recovery. There is no need to pre-register, and there is no fee to attend the support groups.

Provides addiction treatment services, including medication assisted treatment. Also offers Adams County Quick Response Team that performs follow up care and engagement. Individuals can be referred to Quick Response Team by family or other community members.

Provides a free kit that contains naloxone, a prescribed nasal inhalant that reverses an opioid overdose. Kit includes 2 vials of medication, 2 nasal attachments, an instructional DVD, and a small tip sheet on how to recognize an overdose. Will receive instruction on how to recognize and respond to an overdose (as well as distinguish between different types of overdose) and how to administer intranasal Naloxone to reverse the opioid overdose. All training will be provided onsite by a physician. Any person who receives a kit will have a medical file started, but there will be a distinction between person being user or friend of user.

Provides a variety of peer support activities. Oriented towards substance use disorders and eating disorder. Includes support groups, community events, yoga, bowling, motorcycle maintenance, sports, and reiki.

Offer comprehensive psychiatric, counseling and case management services, various support services, for people struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Provides free Naloxone/Narcan Kits and Fentanyl Test Strips. Naloxone is a prescribed nasal inhalant that stops and reverses an opioid overdose. Opiates can include fentanyl, heroin, methadone, percocet, vicodin, and oxycontin. Information flyers are available inside the building. Kits are available outside the building 24 hours a day.

Offers a peer operated drop-in support center for those experiencing mental health, addictions and/or trauma related concerns. Provides structured activities to promote socialization, recovery, wellness, self-advocacy and the development of natural supports and community integration skills. Includes one-on-one and group peer support, recreational activities and other programs.

Continuing to partner for Project DAWN (Deaths Avoided With Naloxone); an overdose prevention and education program. This program is for opioid users who are at risk of death from overdose, and family and friends of those who are at risk of death from overdose. Muskingum Behavioral Health will provide training and ZMCHD will distribute kits containing the life-saving medication.

Fentanyl Test Strips are offered at Licking Memorial Urgent Care locations in Newark, Pataskala and Granville. Individuals may visit an Urgent Care and ask for the strips at the front desk. The test strips are provided with a contact number for Shepherd Hill, the treatment center associated with Licking Memorial Hospital. Shepherd Hill offers a variety of services for individuals who are struggling with drug addiction.

Offers a website for those wishing to quit smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco with information about a wide range of topics related to smoking. Provides quit plans and publications to download or order online. Offers specialized information for women, youth, Veterans, and Spanish-speakers.