Substance Information Page
Opioid Information, Overdose Prevention, and Support in Kenosha
Intro angle: this page would combine education about prescription opioids, heroin, fentanyl, counterfeit pills, overdose response, Narcan, and paths to support.
At A Glance
What visitors learn
Opioids include prescription pain medications, heroin, fentanyl, and other synthetic opioids.
Why it matters
Opioid overdose can be fatal but may be reversed with naloxone when given in time.
Who this helps
People using opioids, people after an overdose, family members, and community partners.
Hope Council connection
Narcan, risk-reduction supplies, peer support, treatment referrals, and loved ones support.
What This Substance Is / Overdose And Emergency Risks
Definition area
Explain prescription opioids, heroin, fentanyl, synthetic opioids, and counterfeit pills.
Emergency callout
If someone is not breathing, cannot wake up, or may be overdosing, call 911 and give naloxone if available.
Risk reduction
Carry naloxone, use test strips where available, avoid using alone, and be cautious after reduced tolerance.
Signs It May Be Time To Talk With Someone
Example prompts would include using more than intended, withdrawal concerns, using alone, mixing substances, overdose experience, or worry from friends and family.
How Hope Council Can Help / Family And Prevention Content
Overdose prevention
Overdose Prevention, How to Use Narcan, Public Health Vending Machine, and risk-reduction supplies.
Recovery support
Recovery Options, Peer Support, recovery coaching, treatment referrals, and resource navigation.
Family support
Supporting a Loved One, Loved Ones Group, and guidance after an overdose.
Training
Narcan training and speaker request links for groups or organizations.
FAQ Examples
What are signs of an opioid overdose?
This answer would be short, prominent, and linked to Signs of Opioid Overdose for 911/naloxone steps.
What is Narcan or naloxone?
This answer would explain reversal basics and link to local access.
Where can I find opioid support in Kenosha?
This answer would connect to Recovery Options, Hope Council peer support, treatment providers, and supplies.
Sources And Review
Placeholder for CDC, SAMHSA, NIDA, Wisconsin DHS, and staff/source review before publishing.
Last reviewed: to be added before launch.