Opioid Information & resources

For immediate assistance, please contact 988 (National Suicide Prevention Hotline), 911, or (800) 222-1222 (Poison Control Center)

“You are Worthy” Bags

The Hanover Opioid Taskforce was formed to address critical issues and emerging trends related to opioids, stimulants, and other substances. One of the ongoing projects that came from this group was the development of the 'You Are Worthy' bags. These bags are filled with mental health and substance use resources. In collaboration with the Community Services Board, Ashland Police Department, Hanover Sheriff's Office, and Hanover Fire/EMS these bags are given out when they respond to an emergency.

If you are interested in getting involved please fill out our coalition member application for more information.

Same Day Access

SDA is available to Hanover residents seeking: mental health, substance use (including medication assisted treatment) or developmental services.Individuals will speak with a staff member face- to-face.

Following eligibility & initial screenings, they will receive a comprehensive clinical assessment that same day to better determine the most appropriate services.

For those eligible for CSB services/programs, an initial treatment appointment will be scheduled (or offered).

The Facts About Fentanyl

According to the CDC, Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. It is a major contributor to fatal and nonfatal overdoses in the U.S.

Find more information about Fentanyl, its effects on the body, and resources on the CDC’s website.

Naloxone Training and Distribution

The Health Department offers walk-in hours for Naloxone. See locations for training and distribution on the flyer. The community can also call the REACH line at 804-365-3240 to set up a full training or rapid revive at community events.

Hanover Naloxone by Mail

This program aims to reduce opioid overdose fatalities by empowering Hanover County residents with an easy, no-cost way to be prepared

Videos

Spotlight on Opioids: Youth Prevention and Safety

Talk. They Hear You. - SAMHSA

12 Things Parents Can Do to Prevent Addiction

Prevention Action Alliance

Chasing the Dragon: The Life of an Opiate Addict

FBI

Resources

Hanover County's Same Day Access - 804-365-4222

Individuals seeking help for mental health or substance use concerns, or who want to begin the process of accessing services related to a developmental disability, do not need an appointment.

Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration Hotline - 1-800-662-4357

A free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

Nar-Anon

A 12-Step program for family and friends of addicts

Hanover County's Crisis Services - 804-365-4200

For mental health or drug/alcohol crisis service. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone in Hanover County.

Smart Recovery

SMART Recovery is a self-empowering addiction recovery support group. It provides resources for families, teen support programs, meeting locations, and an online community.

Outpatient Center for Teen Addiction

AddictionCenter.com, an organization that provides reliable information about outpatient rehab for teenage addiction. 

American Addiction Centers

Recovery.org is an American Addiction Centers resource that provides educational content about alcohol and substance use disorders (SUDs), as well as a directory of addiction treatment facilities across the United States.

Narcotics Anonymous

NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. They are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

Find Treatment

Find confidential and anonymous treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.