Know Naloxone training event coming to Orcas Fire

||| FROM MADS HALL for RECOVERY IN COMMUNITY |||

This Monday, August 31st, is International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s a day to honor those we have lost to overdose and to recommit to keeping our community safe.

Recovery in Community is marking the day by announcing Know Naloxone, a free community event coming to Orcas Island next month.

On Saturday, September 19th, RIC is partnering with Orcas Island Fire and Rescue to offer free American Red Cross naloxone certification training at the OIFR station. Doors open at 11:00 AM. Everyone who attends will receive a free naloxone kit to take home. Light refreshments will be provided.

Naloxone is a safe, easy-to-use medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. This training is for everyone.

RSVP is requested so OIFR can have the right number of certified instructors on hand. [RSVP link]

Recovery in Community serves San Juan County residents navigating substance use disorder and mental health challenges. Learn more at ricsjc.org.

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