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Portage
Jereme Mosquito is a person with lived experience who was born and raised in Portage County. "I am the founder of Peer Delivered Harm Reduction. This group is based on the concept of meeting individuals where they are in their journey by providing resources and supplies to keep them safe and alive. We take the proactive approach to reduce the damage that could be caused by alcohol, drugs and other addictive behaviors. My goals are to educate others about addiction and the benefits of harm reduction and alternative recovery methods. Teaching others about harm reduction and the strategies and ideas aimes at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. I also believe in the harm reduction and the movement for social justice built in a belief in, and respect for the rights of people who use drugs. "
Steps of Change
Families and those impacted by addiction will participate in our annual “Steps of Change” to Educate, Empower and Embrace those living with substance use.
They will bring attention to the shame and stigma associated with substance use, while advocating for more evidence-based practices and treatment.
Local counties will host Steps of Change events, which include a variety of activities including walks, runs, ceremonies, health fairs, and balloon releases. Each county's program is different. Most groups will stage “Walk a Mile in my Shoes,” in which family members display a pair of shoes of those who continue to struggle or who have passed from the disease of addiction. The public is invited and children are encouraged to come!!
They will bring attention to the shame and stigma associated with substance use, while advocating for more evidence-based practices and treatment.
Local counties will host Steps of Change events, which include a variety of activities including walks, runs, ceremonies, health fairs, and balloon releases. Each county's program is different. Most groups will stage “Walk a Mile in my Shoes,” in which family members display a pair of shoes of those who continue to struggle or who have passed from the disease of addiction. The public is invited and children are encouraged to come!!
Overdose Awareness Day
Overdose Awareness Day has been a key remembrance event for those who have died from fatal drug overdoses since 2001.On August 31 thousands of people worldwide will stand beside the friends and families of fatal overdose victims to reflect on their losses.The event intends to reinforce the idea that no one need feel shame or disgrace at the death of someone from drug overdose.
