Substance Use Resources
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Our Substance Use Fact Sheets contain a compilation of trustworthy sources to support learning about substance use and self-help. Click on a blue hyperlink below to open that Fact Sheet.

Overdose Emergency
News & updates on the ongoing opioid overdose public health emergency.
 
Interior Crisis Line Network
If you are in crisis call 1-888-353-2273 for immediate assistance (24 hours, 7 days per week).
 
Help Lines
This Fact Sheet is a compilation of trustworthy Help Lines to support you and guide you to other resources.
 
Mobile Apps / Virtual Treatment
This fact sheet provides a list of virtual supports that can be accessed through an internet connected device so information and wellness ideas can be accessed whenever and wherever they are needed.

​Resources to help you get connected to services during wildfire season.​

Overdose Prevention / Harm Reduction
Involves a range of support services and strategies to prevent fatal and non-fatal overdoses and empower and support people to be safer and healthier.
 
Opioid Agonist Treatment
Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) is the recommended treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). OAT involves an opioid agonist medication prescribed and monitored by a health care provider. The primary medications used are Suboxone and Methadone.
 
Resources for Families and Loved Ones Affected by Substance Use
If your loved one is struggling with substance use, these resources (information, tools and support groups) may help.
 
Peer Education and Training
If you are a Peer who is seeking to further your skills and knowledge and strengthen your role in offering supports to others, these Peer training options may support you in your work.
 
Addressing Stigma
Stigma is negative attitudes and beliefs about group of people due to their circumstances in life. This fact sheet is a compilation of trustworthy resources to support your learning about the impact of stigma

 

Information on Substances

 
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