Community Substance Use Response (CSUR) and West River Valley Thrives invite you to join us on Thursday, May 23rd at 6:00 pm for an insightful night of education and discussion on Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention. The event is free and will be held at VEMSA,1096 VT RT 30, Newfane, (next to the Lodge at West River).

This training, presented by Vermont Cares, will delve into Harm Reduction Philosophy & Strategies, Breaking Down Stigma, understanding overdose prevention, recognizing signs of an overdose, and how to respond. Participants will gain a compassionate, informed, and practical approach to harm reduction. They will be equipped to positively impact their communities and offer non-judgmental support to those in need.

Participants are given the option to take a naloxone kit home, empowering them to potentially save lives in their community. Snacks are also provided. For more information: 802CSURVT@gmail.com or call (802) 275-7232. This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome.

CSUR is a collaborative effort that includes Voices of Hope, Turning Point of Windham County, the AIDS Project of Southern Vermont, Building a Positive Community, West River Valley Thrives, Grace Cottage Hospital, Meetinghouse Solutions, and others in the community working together throughout the continuum of care to ensure that substance use prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery services reach our rural communities in Windham County.

May 24, 2024, 9:30 to 10:30 AM

May 24, 2024, 4:30 to 6:30 PM

May 25, 10 AM to 2 PM, May 26, 2024