Tri-County CIT

05/03/2025

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Statistics show that many of the calls police receive do not deal with crime—instead, many of them deal with mental health concerns and other issues. Now, Mid-Michigan law e…

05/02/2025

04/28/2025

Our 13th training session has commenced this week. At the end of the week, we will have almost 500 first responders trained in behavioral health crisis. We are grateful to the Ingham County Sheriff's Office for hosting our 40 hour training.

03/08/2025

03/03/2025

ALERT: Recent increase in fatal drug overdoses in the northeast section of Lansing and Lansing Township

ICHD Press Release:https://docs.ingham.org/ICHD_%20Reports%20Increase%20in%20Overdose%20Fatalities_%20Final.pdf

ICHD urges community members to take immediate precautions and to access life-saving resources, supplies, and supports. To prevent further overdose fatalities, the following actions are highly encouraged:

1. Get Free Narcan: More than 20 locations in Ingham County provide free Narcan (naloxone), an opioid overdose reversal medication. A map of these locations can be found at http://inghamharmreduction.org/support

2. Test Your Drugs: Individuals are encouraged to test their substances for fentanyl and xylazine. Free test strips are available from Punks with Lunch at 1300 Eureka St., Lansing, Michigan, Monday through Friday, from 12 PM to 5 PM. For more information, contact Punks with Lunch at 419-405-1308 or email punkswithlunchlansing@gmail.com

3. Go Slow & Stay Low: Go Slow & Stay Low: If you or someone you know is using substances, do so slowly and in smaller amounts. The Never Use Alone Hotline (877-696-1996) is a free hotline someone can call so they don’t use drugs alone. An operator will stay on the line to monitor safety. If a person becomes unresponsive, the operator will call 9-1-1 on their behalf

4. Administer Narcan & Perform Rescue Breaths: In the event of a suspected overdose, immediately administer Narcan and perform rescue breaths. Instructions for performing rescue breaths:
• Clear the person’s airway.
• Tilt the person’s head back, pinch their nose closed, and place your mouth over theirs to create a seal.
• Give two slow breaths, watching for the chest to rise. Follow up with one breath every 5 seconds.

5. Connect with Peer Recovery Coaches: The ICHD supports harm reduction efforts through Peer Recovery Coaches who help people access clean needles, pipes, test strips and Narcan. Peer Recovery Coaches also connect individuals to Medication-Assisted Treatment providers, medically-assisted detox providers, and build recovery supports. For more information, visit http://inghamharmreduction.org/support

12/21/2024

The holidays can be a tough time for individuals facing challenges related to alcohol or substance use—but you don't have to go through it alone. Support is available. Get access to FREE, ANONYMOUS support: InghamHarmReduction.org/support

09/19/2024

If interested in attending this free event please register https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MNGV7P8

05/07/2024

Ingham County Health Department has noted a recent increase in suspected drug overdose activity in the county. We are issuing this alert to increase community awareness and advise first responders, healthcare providers, and substance users and their families of the increased risk for overdose in our community.

This alert serves as a notice to implement protective measures including:
✔️ Avoid using street drugs alone/call 1-877-696-1996 to stay on the line with someone when using drugs
✔️Carry naloxone and be prepared to use multiple doses when necessary
✔️Free Ingham Narcan locations map here: https://health.ingham.org/health/health_promotion_and_prevention/naloxone.php
Many pharmacies also provide Narcan for a $0-$149 copay depending on insurance https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/mentalhealth/drugcontrol/opioid/pharmacists/treatment/standing-order/map-pharmacies-approved-to-dispense-naloxone
✔️Administer naloxone for drug overdoses even when non-opioids are indicated
✔️Call 911 immediately if an overdose is suspected
✔️Test drugs for fentanyl and xylazine before use. Get free test strips and Narcan in the lobby of 5303 S. Cedar St, #3 in Lansing M-F 8am-5pm, or from Punks with Lunch Lansing at 1300 Eureka St in Lansing, M-F 12pm-5pm
✔️Get support finding detox, treatment and other recovery resources by contacting The Recovery Center at 517-267-7623, or by connecting with a Peer Recovery Coach via https://www.familiesagainstnarcotics.org/peercoaching-request /1-833-202-4673 / 517-272-0520, or by searching online resources here:https://docs.ingham.org/Department/Health%20Department/HPP/SUDguide.pdf

11/27/2023

Our 12th session of CIT training started this morning. We have a mix of first responders in class including social workers, firefighter/EMS, public safety as well as many awesome officers representing 6 law enforcement agencies.