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Gateway\u2019s community work fills a vital role in our region\u2019s efforts\u00a0to\u00a0address substance use disorder (SUD) through prevention, harm reduction, recovery, and treatment. RHHD recently hired a new Substance Use Disorder Coordinator\u00a0to\u00a0help create links within these areas and across our community. Below, get\u00a0to\u00a0know Jasmine Blue, who says one important step residents can take is registering for\u00a0Rapid REVIVE! training<\/a>. The free online course teaches participants how\u00a0to\u00a0spot signs of a potential opioid overdose and how\u00a0to\u00a0respond\u00a0to\u00a0the situation with life-saving opioid reversal agents like naloxone. Below, Jasmine responds\u00a0to\u00a0a few questions about her work and RHHD\u2019s priorities:<\/p>\n

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Q: Health initiatives like Gateway and REVIVE! address different parts of substance use response\u2014recovery in one case, and harm reduction in the other. Why is it important for a community\u00a0to\u00a0be\u00a0doing work in both those areas?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

JB: The primary goal of harm reduction is\u00a0to\u00a0save lives and protect the health of people who use drugs. Harm reduction programs such as our Rapid REVIVE! training can serve as a bridge for individuals struggling with substance use\u00a0to\u00a0access treatment options, such as long-term recovery supports. By working\u00a0together\u00a0to\u00a0combine harm reduction and recovery efforts, we can offer a more comprehensive approach, leading\u00a0to\u00a0better outcomes for both the individual and community.<\/p>\n

Q: Part of your role will be helping RHHD create a longer-term strategy for how we respond\u00a0to\u00a0substance use. Why is that kind of planning important?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

JB: In the Greater Richmond Region, certain neighborhoods and communities are experiencing higher rates of overdose compared\u00a0to\u00a0others. Strategic planning helps us ensure that we are maximining our efforts\u00a0to\u00a0improve health outcomes in lives of those impacted by substance use. This includes efforts such as community engagement and collaborating with stakeholders such as healthcare facilities, government agencies, and other community-based organizations\u00a0to\u00a0ensure that our efforts are being aligned and that we are working\u00a0to\u00a0address the unique needs of our communities.<\/p>\n

Q: What are you excited\u00a0to\u00a0learn or\u00a0do\u00a0in this new position? And what would you most like community members\u00a0to\u00a0understand about this work?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

JB: I’m excited\u00a0to\u00a0partner with so many amazing organizations\u00a0to\u00a0raise awareness in our local communities. I get\u00a0to\u00a0be a part of a change that creates more supportive environments for the individuals and families impacted by substance use that improve health outcomes. I\u2019d most like the community\u00a0to\u00a0understand that working\u00a0to\u00a0reduce stigma is essential if we\u2019re going\u00a0to\u00a0ensure that those seeking help for substance use feel supported and empowered.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Gateway\u2019s community work fills a vital role in our region\u2019s efforts\u00a0to\u00a0address substance use disorder (SUD) through prevention, harm reduction, recovery, and treatment. 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