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Substance Use Disorder Services

Project Safe Point

Help is available for you or a family member dealing with the impact of drugs or alcohol. Project Safe Point can help you or a loved one access treatment while helping you find hope, and realize your recovery. Project Safe Point provides harm reduction services and educational support to individuals and families. 

 

Harm Reduction
Even if you or someone you know is not ready to stop using just yet, Project Safe Point can help you explore options to minimize the risk of using and prevent harm. 

Education and Support for Families
If you have a family member who is struggling with using drugs or alcohol, we may be able to assist by providing education and resources for you and your family member.

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Services Include: 

Risk Reduction Education     Peer Support     Access to Medical Services     Case Management     Referral Services

Call Project Safe Point Now at 1-866-930-4999
24 hours / 7 days per week

Schenectady County Substance Use & Overdose Coalition

Our mission is to prevent substance abuse and to promote positive mental health. The Schenectady County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition was created by the Schenectady County Legislature, comprising of department leaders, community agencies, and concerned community members. The coalition maintains a Facebook page to keep the general community informed, provides presentations, works with community-based coalitions, and distributes resource materials throughout the county. Coalition staff are available to consult with and to collaborate with all residents of the County.

Substance Abuse and Overdose Coalition Resources

Treatment Resources
Getting Help Guide

 

Get Trained To Administer Naloxone And Save Lives!

Do you, a loved one, colleague, friend, or neighbor struggle with opioid use disorder?   Schenectady County Public Health Services can help educate and train you and the community on opioid overdose prevention, including the use of Naloxon.

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