Trauma-informed online modules to provide ongoing support to Arizonans in order to mitigate the lifelong, devastating impacts of adverse childhood experiences.
There are a wealth of resources available as you consider addressing opioid use disorder as part of your overall commitment to wellness at your workplace. While we have prioritized resources based on organization needs, size and readiness, we have provided this page as a resource when you are looking for more information.
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Trauma-informed online modules to provide ongoing support to Arizonans in order to mitigate the lifelong, devastating impacts of adverse childhood experiences.
Arizona now has four 24/7 Access Point locations providing opioid treatment services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve individuals seeking treatment. Medication assisted treatment is offered in various settings in the community.
Resource hub for prevention and early intervention.
If opioid use or misuse is affecting your life or work, or you think you may have a problem with opioids, the time to seek help is now. Opioid use disorder (the medical name for opioid addiction) is a long-term, relapsing brain disease – asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Local medical experts offer patients, providers, and family members opioid information, resources and referral 24/7. Translation services available.
Various treatment programs and health and family resources.
Need help choosing the best rehab center in your area? Call this 24/7 Addiction Hotline to find the best option in your city.
Tool to find out where naloxone might be available near you.
Identify substance abuse providers in your area.
It is essential that you and your doctor discuss treatment options with all of the risks and benefits carefully considered. Some medications, such as prescription opioids, can help relieve pain in the short term but also come with serious risks and potential complications—and must be prescribed and used carefully.
Information about the brain disease model of addiction and recognizing dependency.
Naloxone, or Narcan®, can reverse opioid overdoses. ADHS Director Dr. Cara Christ has issued standing orders for naloxone that authorizes any Arizona-licensed pharmacists to dispense naloxone to any individual.
Instructions for how to identify an opioid overdose and how to administer naloxone from the Arizona Department of Health Services.