What We Do
Harm Reduction Supply Distribution
Community Outreach & On-Site Services:
In 2020, Thrive for Change launched our “Outreach Tour” initiative taking a grass roots approach to get Narcan into the hands of those who needed it amidst the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
These efforts continue throughout Cuyahoga County through monthly community outreach events hosted with a variety of partners, targeted particularly in neighborhoods known to have a high rate of overdose fatalities.
In 2023, we moved into our storefront on Detroit Avenue and started offering services on-site each week. Every Thursday, participants can access sterile syringes and other safer use supplies, naloxone, basic needs items, a hot meal, and more. These services are offered in collaboration with The Centers.
Mail Order Narcan & Safer Use Supplies:
Not all communities have access to life-saving Naloxone, which is why Thrive for Change implemented a mail order program that allows anyone in Ohio to access it and other safer use supplies for free by mail.
Lay-person Distribution:
Interested in learning how you can distribute Naloxone in your community? Thrive for Change equips others to become what’s called a “Lay-Distributor”. Through this program, individuals or organizations can go through training and be provided a regular bulk supply of Naloxone to hand out. This requires individuals to provide certain reporting back to Thrive for Change and is only offered while supplies are available. To learn more, contact our Harm Reduction Specialist Ashley Rosser.
Check out our calendar for more details on our in person service hours and locations!