Description:

Mobile outreach vehicle where people can exchange used needles for sterile needles to reduce transmission. Also offers peer support meetings, education, and treatment navigation.

"Look for the big purple truck!"

For those in need of safe supplies (including needle and syringe exchange), please do the following:
1. Text or call 224-297-4393
2. Tell current location, including address (or the name of a building/store/service nearest) city and zip code, and the types of supplies needed
3. At that time, an outreach team member will attempt to schedule a phone or web call for harm reduction education and counseling. NOTE: This step is not mandatory to receive supplies.
4. An outreach team member will put together a supply request using gloves and other safety precautions.
5. A member of the team will coordinate a drop off, leaving the bag of supplies at the requested location. They will text when the supplies are delivered.**

Eligibility:

Open to all

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit website for services - outreach team will come to client's location

Documents Required
- None

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

Non-perishable, packaged snacks for outreach supply kits

Volunteer Opportunities:

Visit website for volunteer application

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

May 3, 2024

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