The Vivent Health LifePoint Program is a harm reduction based, syringe access program. The goals of this program aim to decrease the spread of HIV, Hepatitis C and other potential harms to individuals who use drugs, and refer participants to important medical, social service, and public health programs, as well as provide direct referrals to treatment and supportive programs. This program provides free sterile syringes, safer injection, snorting, and smoking supplies, and safe disposal of used syringes which reduces the risk to others in the community and sharing of needles with others who use drugs.

At the time of accessing materials, individuals are provided judgement-free education about overdose prevention and safer drug use practices, and receive referrals to treatment and other services. This free harm reduction program promotes the health and safety of individuals who use drugs and the resources to make changes in their lives.

Provided at no cost:

• Sterile syringes
• Straws
• Pipe covers
• Sharps disposal
• Resources and referrals to substance use treatment
• Harm reduction counseling, substance use and overdose prevention education
• Drug checking strips (for fentanyl and xylazine)
• Naloxone (intramuscular (IM) and nasal spray, such as NARCAN®, Padagis Naloxone™, and RiVive®)
  • Naloxone training
• Peer Support Services
  • Connections to services and support (contact Pamela at 715-712-8080)

Location: Wisconsin Rapids - Wednesdays
Wood County Health Department
River Block Building – 3rd floor
111 W Jackson Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
Hours:
Wednesdays: Noon – 2:00 PM