Jail harm-reduction vending machine installed; staff working to add same‑day assessments with Arbor Place
Committee heard that a harm‑reduction vending machine stocked with Narcan and hygiene supplies was installed in the jail lobby for 24/7 access, funded by local opioid-settlement dollars and a Vital Strategies grant; Human Services is negotiating a contract with Arbor Place for same‑day assessments for Project Hope referrals.
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The CJCC Executive/Operations Committee received updates that a harm‑reduction vending machine has been installed and stocked in the county jail lobby, providing 24/7 access to Narcan, wound kits, personal‑hygiene items, emergency blankets and other supplies at no charge.
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