Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline Rebrands to SafeSpot
Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline Rebrands as SafeSpot In a move to better reflect our mission and values, the Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline is thrilled to announce its new name, SafeSpot. SafeSpot continues its commitment to providing virtual spotting services to those who use drugs. The rebranding to SafeSpot represents an evolution in our identity while […]
WBUR: State funds Mass. hotline to reduce risk of fatal overdoses
Massachusetts is funding an overdose prevention hotline, the first such investment by a state according to public health leaders. The hotline, which has been privately funded until now, allows people using drugs alone to be monitored during a phone call, and receive emergency medical care if they overdose. The Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline is staffed by paid […]
Boston Globe: State unveils plans to expand Mass. Overdose Prevention Helpline
The Healey administration on Tuesday announced a partnership with Boston Medical Center and the nonprofit RIZE Massachusetts to “fund and expand” the Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline. The Department of Public Health said the state is the first in the nation to fund an overdose prevention helpline with a $350,000 investment to hire paid staff for […]
This Week in Worcester: Mass. Overdose Prevention Hotline Receives $350,000 in State Funding
BOSTON – The office of Governor Maura Healey announced the state funding of an overdose prevention hotline in the United States. The program provides $350,000 to the Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline in a partnership with Boston Medical Center and RIZE Massachusetts. The fiscal year 2024 state budget includes more than $700 million to combat substance […]
Resources to talk about the line
Our friend Sara Cannella at Commonwealth Land Trust has created two great visual tools for providers and potential callers to better understand how the helpline works. MOPH Flyer for callers MOPH for providers Feel free to download, print and share these awesome resources!!
