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International Overdose Awareness Day BBQ:
On this International Overdose Awareness Day, we come together to remember and honor the lives we’ve lost to overdose. This day holds deep meaning as we reflect on the profound impact overdose has had on our communities, families, and loved ones. While the grief can be overwhelming, we gather not only to mourn but to support each other, raise awareness, and promote harm reduction through education, naloxone training, and fostering connections.
Join us for a BBQ and games as we create a space of warmth as we remember those we have lost, where we can share stories, offer support, and stand together in solidarity. Let’s take this opportunity to cherish the memories of those we’ve lost, while also celebrating life, resilience, and the strength of our community.
Harm Reduction Education:
Throughout the day, we will be holding dedicated harm reduction education sessions aimed at providing practical knowledge on preventing overdose and keeping our community safe. These sessions will cover safer drug use practices, overdose response strategies and naloxone training, This is an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and empower ourselves to help prevent further tragedies.
Date: 30.08.2024
Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm
Location: Veterans Park, Canberra ACT, 50 Bunda Street, Canberra ACT
Let’s come together with compassion and love to remember, reflect, and continue the conversation about overdose prevention and harm reduction. We look forward to sharing this meaningful day with you.
Services Available:
– Free food and drink
– Games
– Naloxone training and kits
– Drop-in visits with a nurse and doctor
– Sexual health checks
– Referrals to healthcare services that require a referral
– Bloodborne virus treatment: Hepatitis C treatment, Hepatitis B vaccinations
– COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters
– Methadone, Buprenorphine, and Buvidal treatment
– Blood tests
– Support letters for those engaged with the service
– Referral to CAHMA peer treatment support services and Directions’ counseling and case management services
– Access to doctor and nurse services at other Directions clinics, including Directions Woden
We hope to see you there as we remember, raise awareness, educate, and take meaningful action together.
