Category | Overdose prevention practice examples |
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Overdose response | Create building-specific written overdose prevention and response plan; conduct formal debriefings after any overdose; provide support to staff and tenants related to trauma resulting from overdose; make naloxone readily available in the building; provide all tenants and staff with a naloxone kit and training on naloxone use and overdose response; systematically track information on overdoses in the building |
Harm reduction | Uphold protocols that support a harm reduction model; take steps to minimize tenants using drugs alone without someone aware; train staff and tenants on harm reduction specific to the PSH environment and trends/risks related to the drug supply; have and document discussions with all tenants about safer drug use and overdose risk reduction; hold events and trainings for staff and tenants focused on reducing stigma toward people who use drugs; train staff in trauma-informed care; provide additional support for tenants during higher risk periods for overdose (e.g., transitions) |
Support for SUD treatment | Educate staff and tenants about different SUD treatment types, including dispelling common myths about medication to treat opioid use disorder (MOUD); regularly assess tenant SUD treatment needs and interests; establish referral pathways to MOUD providers; provide access to peer support models; provide assistance to help tenants successfully engage in SUD treatment; provide support for tenants who are already in SUD treatment or are trying to reduce their drug use and/or who are maintaining sobriety |