Persons who are age 18 years or older may legally obtain and possess hypodermic needles and syringes through ESAP without a medical prescription. Licensed pharmacies, health care facilities, and health care practitioners who can otherwise prescribe hypodermic needles or syringes may register with the New York State Department of Health to sell or furnish up to 10 hypodermic needles or syringes to persons 18 years of age or older. Used needles or syringes can be safely and anonymously disposed of at dedicated disposal kiosks throughout Erie County; see separate listing, Needle Disposal - ECDOH, for details. The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is a distribution site for limited free medical supplies, such as syringes, band aids, cotton, alcohol wipes, etc. for Erie County residents.

Provides care coordination, specialty and primary health care, HIV/AIDS specialty care, LGBTQ+ specialty care, STI/HCV testing, syringe exchange, buprenorphine program, and harm reduction program. Also provides linkage to mental health services, substance use counseling, housing assistance, nutrition assistance, and transportation assistance.

Offers a variety of support groups for those with active alcohol and substance use, those in recovery, and family and friends affected by a loved one's alcohol or substance use. SMART RECOVERY - A recovery group that focuses on accountibility and learning new, healthy habits through open discussions about personal choices and options. Mondays from 2pm-3pm. MEN'S GROUP - An education and discussion recovery group for men in the community led by a recovery coach with personal recovery. Mondays from 2pm-3pm. RECOVERY NOW - A peer-led support group for early risers that also provides assistance with drug court. Tuesdays from 8:15am-9:15am. SMART RECOVERY FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS - a support group for family & friends affected by someone using substances, coping skills, effective methods for helping and ways to remain healthy are discussed. Tuesdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm. CELEBRATE RECOVERY - A faith-based recovery group led by community members. Tuesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm. LIVING WELL - A seven week life-skills group facilitated by local volunteers from Lockport CARES. Wednesdays from 9:30am-11:30am. SERENITY CIRCLE - A peer-led discussion group facilitated by two recovery coaches. Wednesdays from 12noon-1pm. EPIC Parenting Class - A 10-week, evidence-based parenting class run by EPIC employees. A court-approved certification is awarded at the completion of the 10 classes. Must pre-register to attend. Wednesdays from 12:30pm-1:30pm. HEALING TOGETHER - A support group for families and loved ones of people in recovery or currently using substances. Thursdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm. BIBLE STUDY - Led by community members of faith, Thursdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm. AA - OPEN mutual support groups led by members of the community. Wednesdays from 6-7pm and Thursdays from 7pm-8pm. NA - OPEN mutual support groups led by members of the community. Thursdays from 10 am-11am & Saturdays from 11am-12noon. WOMEN'S GROUP - An education and discussion recovery group for women in the community led by a Save The Michaels recovery coach and case manager. Fridays from 12noon-1pm. NARCAN TRAINING - An education session that focuses on understanding how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose, led by NYS approved trainers. Certification given upon completion. Available upon Request.

Offers Narcan or Naloxone kit and training for opiate users and their loved ones. Training reviews the signs of an overdose and the steps to take in the event of one.

* Offers Syringe Exchange Programs (SEPs), which provide new, sterile syringes, naloxone/Narcan, HIV/HCV testing and an array of counseling/educational services at locations throughout New York State. Drug User Health Hubs are co-located at SEPs and provide accessible primary care, medication for opioid use disorder and Hepatitis C care and treatment. Locations are partnered community organizations.

* Provides free access to sterile injection supplies, as well as free, safe disposal of used syringes. * Offers naloxone (Narcan) training, safety planning, and risk reduction counseling. * Linkage services (short-term case management) to HIV, Hepatitis C (HCV), and STI testing, as well as help accessing care, substance use treatment, and social services.

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: https://providerdirectory.aidsinstituteny.org/ * Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), a pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone. Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription. Directory of pharmacies can be accessed online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

* Offers substance abuse treatment mobile service to community members in need of intervention. Treatment Evaluations Counseling Peer supports Medication Assisted Treatment Narcan Trainings

Provides HIV prevention and harm reduction services to drug users, including syringe exchange. Services also include needs assessment, drug checking, HIV/Hepatitis testing, recovery readiness counseling, opioid overdose prevention, peer support, case management, MOUD access, and treatment linkage.

* Provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment program that includes: Assessment Individual and group counseling Alcohol and substance abuse disease awareness and relapse prevention Clinical support services Discharge planning Integrated treatment of mental health and substance use services* Provides opioid treatment clinic. Includes suboxone treatment in conjunction with individual and group counseling. * Provides self-help and peer services by Certified Recovery Peer Advocates. * Provides Narcan training and other substance use education to the community.

* Supports the selling and furnishing of sterile syringes without a medical prescription in quantities of ten (10), including the proper disposal of used syringes.

* Provides a resource that offers options for the safe disposal of used "sharps" - syringes, needles and lancets - to reduce the transmission of blood borne diseases, minimizing environmental waste and creating safer jurisdictions for the community and emergency medical staff.

Substance Abuse Treatment CenterNarcan training and distribution

A 20-bed program providing stabilization services in a residential setting to men and women over 18, targeting individuals in need of medically supervised detoxification services; individuals experiencing mild withdrawal or significant urges for illicit substances that cannot be managed in an outpatient setting; and/or individuals who need residential care.

* Engages individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. Education, motivation, and support through IMPACT (Improving Addiction Coordination Team). Facilitates smooth transition to community service providers. Helps navigate the Behavioral HealthCare System.* Provides Narcan which blocks the effects of opiates. * Offers substance use disorder training materials, packages, and programs.

Offers a no-contact curbside drop-off including Naloxone and Fentanyl test strips to Rensselaer County residents who text the word "NARCAN" to 21000 to arrange a delivery.

Provides access to sterile injection sup0plies as well as safe disposal of used syringes. Offers naloxone (Narcan) training, safety planning, and risk reduction counseling.

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: https://providerdirectory.aidsinstituteny.org/ * Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), a pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone. Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription. Directory of pharmacies can be accessed online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: https://providerdirectory.aidsinstituteny.org/ * Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), a pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone. Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription. Directory of pharmacies can be accessed online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.

* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/resources/oop_directory/index.htm.

* Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), an important pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone.

• Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals who are themselves at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription.
• Directory of pharmacies can be access online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm

* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar.

* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.

* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/resources/oop_directory/index.htm.

* Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), an important pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone.

• Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals who are themselves at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription.
• Directory of pharmacies can be access online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm

* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar.

* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

Works to help individuals (adults, children (5+ yrs), teens, and elders) and families resolve their problems, overcome trauma, develop positive relationships and enhance self-esteem. Provides therapeutic intervention to help clients find more successful ways of coping. Therapists have considerable experience with anxiety, depression, divorce, family and marital problems, gay and lesbian issues, parenting, troubled relationships, grief, loss, and sexual abuse.

Offers training to meet the needs of the professional mental health and recovery community. For practicing professionals, offers certification and re-certification classes across a range of topics, including motivational interviewing, trauma and grief, and ethics, approved for credit by NYS OASAS and NYSED for LMSW/LCSW, LMHC, and LMFT. Additionally, offers CPR classes suitable for initial and re-certification of both the general public and medical professionals.