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Free! Mail Based Syringes and Safer Use Supplies

Thrive for Change is excited to launch the first mail-based syringe service program (SSP) in Ohio in partnership with The Centers Harm Reduction Team. The program is just getting started allowing us to serve 25 people per month. Thrive for Change will be prioritizing people with the greatest needs and highest risk factors; due to limited supplies, not every application may be accepted.

Before applying to our program, please explore the pre-existing harm reduction services in your area. Existing SSPs in your area may be excellent resources to receive critical materials, supplies and services like syringe and pipe access, wound care, testing for bloodborne illness. In–person harm reduction services can provide support mail-based services are unable to provide.

If you don’t have transportation or face another barrier, but live near an existing syringe exchange program, please let us know and we will work to connect you with the program closest to you. 

  1. After exploring what services may exist in your area, click “Submit an Application”.
  2. Within 5 business days, your application will be reviewed and you will receive notice.
  3. If your application has been approved you will receive a link to the ordering form which you will need to complete for all future orders.
  4. If your application is not approved, we will work with you to explore the resources that exist in your area. If barriers persist, your application may be approved at a later time and we may be able to send you a one time package.
  5. You may order once every 30 days and you will be eligible to request up to 300 syringes and 3 pipes. You need to submit an order when you need supplies; there is not a way for you to set up an automatic order.

If you still have questions you can check out our FAQ page.

If you are an existing participant in our program, please check your email for the ordering link. If you cannot find it, please contact thrive4change@proton.me

Feel free to check out our FAQ Page or reach out to us with questions.

Email info@thrive4change.org or call or text 216.598.5647

11002 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102

Email: info@thrive4change.org

Phone: 216-598-5647