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The overdose crisis has touched the lives of every resident in Greene County. The Greene County Health Department, in conjunction with public & private partnerships, has launched a comprehensive overdose prevention program to prevent overdose deaths & improve access to evidence-based recovery programs. The department remains committed to this initiative by offering the following services to our residents:
Greene County Overdose Response Program
- Overdose Education & Technical Assistance
- Naloxone education & distribution
- ROAR Recovery Support Program & Resource Navigation
- To chat with our team, simply call or text (217) 702-2396. Get access to community resources, access recovery coaching, and more.
Greene County Overdose Surveillance Program
- Quantitative & qualitative data collection on opioid use & overdose in Greene County
- County-wide Overdose Alert System through the Greene County App found on Apple App Store or Google Play
What is an overdose?
A drug overdose is the ingestion or application of a drug or substance in quantities much greater than are recommended or can be tolerated. Overdose is a very broad term that includes opioids, psychostimulants, depressants, and other substances.
What does public health have to do with the overdose crisis?
The substance use and overdose crisis poses a tremendous threat to public health. Over the years it has become clear that those that have substance use disorder (SUD) have a higher prevalence of chronic disease, infectious disease, and severe mental illness. In some cases, it can be up to 30% more prevalent in those with opioid use disorder or substance use disorder.
Overdose Education & Naloxone Distribution
GCHD offers opioid education and a naloxone training/distribution program. We have formed a team that has lived experience with opioids to ensure that the education program is community-centered. If you or your organization is interested in participating in or receiving opioid education or are interested in Naloxone, please feel free to reach out to us at (217) 942-6961 Option 6 or email us at greenehd@greenecountyhd.org
Recovery Support
The ROAR Program includes support groups, individual informal counseling sessions, resource navigation, educational workshops, recreational activities, and many community-based initiatives, that aim to empower individuals with the tools and strategies necessary to navigate their unique paths to recovery. By fostering a sense of belonging, understanding, and connection, these services create a supportive environment where individuals can share experiences, learn from one another, and build the resilience needed to thrive beyond their challenges. Learn more by visiting https://GreeneCountyHD.org/RecoverySupport or email us at greenehd@greenecountyhd.org or give us a call (217) 942-6961 Option 6.
Connect with us at (217) 702- 2396 via phone or text.
Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR)/Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Medication-assisted treatment is a highly effective use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies used in the treatment of substance use disorder for a variety of different substances. Greene County has MAR/MAT available several times a month at the Roodhouse JCH Clinic as well as through many other service providers. To schedule an appointment the team at JCH, call (217) 589-4383. Or if you need assistance with making an appointment or want to explore other options available, connect with our team at (217) 702-2396 via phone or text.
To find other MAR/MAT services in our area, call (833) 2FINDHELP
Last Updated: 3/2025