Provides care coordination, specialty and primary health care, HIV/AIDS specialty care, LGBTQ+ specialty care, STI/HCV testing, syringe exchange, buprenorphine program, and harm reduction program. Also provides linkage to mental health services, substance use counseling, housing assistance, nutrition assistance, and transportation assistance.

Persons who are age 18 years or older may legally obtain and possess hypodermic needles and syringes through ESAP without a medical prescription. Licensed pharmacies, health care facilities, and health care practitioners who can otherwise prescribe hypodermic needles or syringes may register with the New York State Department of Health to sell or furnish up to 10 hypodermic needles or syringes to persons 18 years of age or older. Used needles or syringes can be safely and anonymously disposed of at dedicated disposal kiosks throughout Erie County; see separate listing, Needle Disposal - ECDOH, for details. The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is a distribution site for limited free medical supplies, such as syringes, band aids, cotton, alcohol wipes, etc. for Erie County residents.

Provides alcohol and substance use prevention / early intervention programming for schools. Offers alternative activities such as coordinating youth projects, community education on alcohol, substances, and gambling prevention, and family intervention services.

Provides the following services, conforming to a harm reduction model of care: Substance Use Counseling: Creates an action plan to support recovery and provides linkage to providers that will help achieve recovery goals. Narcan Overdose Reversal Training: Takes less than 10 minutes and provides a free Narcan kit. Syringe Exchange Program: Provides an exchange of used syringes for clean ones to people who inject substances like insulin, steroids, heroin, and cocaine. Individual & Group Support: Provides linkage to treatment and other services, along with overdose follow-up and prevention.

Offers Narcan or Naloxone kit and training for opiate users and their loved ones. Training reviews the signs of an overdose and the steps to take in the event of one.

Provides immediate help, education, information, referrals, and assistance with linkage to addiction treatment services.

Offers comprehensive alcohol and drug addiction rehab services to individuals and families, with inpatient and outpatient programs to support patients with their needed level of care. All treatment programs provide state-of-the-art medications to treat addictions, as well as counseling and other support. Conditions treated include alcoholism, drug addiction, chronic relapse, and drug or alcohol withdrawal. Chemical dependency evaluations are available daily from 8am-2am to assess patients, determine the appropriate level of care, and facilitate referral and placement. Services include: - Emergency Department chemical dependency counseling - Intensive rehabilitation services for becoming and remaining substance-free - Psychiatric assessments and follow up - Family counseling and therapy - Group counseling - Chemical dependency treatment for adolescents - Comprehensive suboxone treatment, encompassing counseling and physician visits - Counseling for the family and friends of patients - Dually Diagnosed Treatment: provides treatment to individuals diagnosed with both mental illness and chemical dependency - Post-Traumatic Syndrome Disorder (PTSD) Treatment: addresses the needs of patients with dual diagnoses of PTSD and addiction Alcohol and drug addiction facilities include: - Inpatient facilities *18-bed Substance Intervention Program, a medically supervised inpatient detoxification unit for patients dependent on both drugs and alcohol *20-bed Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program, a residential program for structured rehabilitation treatment - Three chemical-dependency outpatient centers (including one for vocational rehab) ##REENTRY##

Provides free Narcan kits to prevent overdoses, no questions asked. Responds to requests via text.

Goal of the At-Risk Youth Jail Tour is to educate youth about the potential consequences of poor choices. A growing number of Suffolk County`s youth are in danger of falling prey to criminal and gang activity. Young teens especially face peer pressures that often make them act in ways that help them become “accepted” by a group, but they have no idea about the consequences of their behavior. As a result, many young people at an early age begin what may become a painful life of criminal behavior. These tours must be scheduled in advance and the youth must be accompanied by a parent. Call for more detailed information and an appointment.

Offers Suffolk County adolescents, seniors and adults struggling with alcohol/drug abuse and their family members access to mobile recovery services. Provides comprehensive substance abuse and mental health assessments, diagnosis, treatment referrals, medication and case care management, outside a clinic setting. Provides assistance with medical, housing, financial, employment, legal and family issues. Offers individual, family and group therapy, recovery support with peer advocates, telepractice and medication assisted treatment at a mobile OASAS designated Center of Treatment Innovation.

A confidential peer-support and information line that connects residents living with mental health and substance abuse issues with trained Peer Companions who can offer non-judgmental empathetic conversation and help callers find helpful resources in Erie County or, if requested, set up face-to-face visits with a Peer Bridger. Warm Line is for informational and peer-support purposes only. Service is not intended to replace consultation with a mental health provider.

Assessment, intake, referral and on site outpatient counseling for persons affected by alcohol and/or other substances. Counseling for children and other family members of alcoholics and/or substance use. Programs for individuals with co-occurring disorders (substance use and mental health).

Provides specialized case management, based on individual need, for people with mental illness/ chronic medical issues and substance abuse. Services can be as basic as helping with benefits assistance to monthly visits that help with care, medication, benefits, crisis intervention and more.

Offers adult females, ages 21 and older affected by substance abuse and dependency, a wide range of support services. Provides a 30 day orientation program, counseling, recreational outings, chemical dependency education, relapse prevention and anger management. Also provides medical exams, testing and health counseling. Offers GED preparation, life skill training, employment and housing support.Licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYSOASAS).

Individuals seeking alternatives to opioid use.

Provides a professional environment for those affected by the disease of chemical dependency. The program consists of comprehensive evaluations, individual, family and group counseling, co-dependency counseling, random urine screening and breathalyzer tests, alcohol and drug education and referrals for additional services as needed. Licensed by The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS OASAS).

Alcohol and substance free setting providing non-clinical support to those with substance abuse history and their families. Twelve Step meetings, veterans group, wellness activities, social events, and career guidance. Participants can work with certified recovery coaches to craft individualized recovery plans.

Mental health clinic providing psychiatry, medication management, and both individual and group therapy. Also provides addiction services including comprehensive outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, relapse prevention, and Suboxone treatment for opioid addiction. ##REENTRY##

A bi-lingual, bi-cultural outpatient substance abuse treatment program. Services include individual and group counseling, medication assisted recovery (including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone), personalized health assessment, integrated care management, relapse prevention, benefits/entitlements assistance, educational/vocational placement, and linkage and referral to other needed services. ##REENTRY##

Offers individual, group, and psychiatric services to adults utilizing a Person Centered approach. Psychiatric services are provided by Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Board Certified Psychiatrists who have a holistic approach to care including mental health, substance use, and physical health. ##REENTRY##

Provides substance abuse prevention education to elementary and secondary students, teachers, and parents, including one-to-one counseling to students struggling with, or at risk of alcohol or drug addiction. Works at the community level to change policies and practices related to alcohol and other drug abuse; supports local mobilization efforts

Provides one of the most vital units throughout the Sheriff’s office. Throughout the year, Community Relations Unit visits each Suffolk County School District as well as multiple clubs and various organizations. Its main goal is to bridge the gap between Law Enforcement and the members of the Community. CRU is responsible for implementing community outreach and school-based programs, organizing events, and promoting the Sheriff’s mission. The unit offers an array of Community and School-based programs free of charge for all Suffolk County schools, businesses, organizations, non-profits and agencies. Sample programs include: Youth Enlightenment Seminar (YES) Tours; At-risk Youth Jail Tour; Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Sandy Hook Promise Start With Hello; College Internship Program; Explorers Program; Gang Resistance & Education (GREAT) Program; STOPPED ("Drunk Buggies") Program; McGruff the Crime Dog; Drug and Vaping Awareness Programs; School & Building Vulnerability Assessments; CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event) Presentation; Stop the Bleed; Operation Safe Child ID Cards; Senior Medical ID Card; Pet ID Cards; Project Lifesaver; Test, Don't Guess Drug & Alcohol Test Kits; Yellow Dot Program and Shed the Meds. Call for more detailed information.

Provides a detoxification center for anyone who needs monitoring or supervision while withdrawing from the absence of alcohol or drugs from their system. Also provides counseling for those with an immediate crisis due to alcohol or drug abuse.