Substance Use Disorder Strategy - SUDS Coalition

12/18/2025

Using people first language like “person with substance use disorder” reminds us that individuals are more than a diagnosis or situation! Ending stigma starts with treating people with humanity and respect. Together, we can build a community where everyone feels valued.

12/09/2025

Did you know you can pick up Narcan and other harm-reduction resources at your local health department? Every clinic has a Narcan Box stocked with easy-to-access, life-saving tools for you or someone you care about.

12/04/2025

Having naloxone on hand can save lives. Use findnaloxone.ky.gov to find free Narcan near you.

11/18/2025

Every five minutes, at least one person in the US will die from an opioid overdose. But overdose can be reversed. Learn how Naloxone works and how to administer it in less than five minutes. Watch a step-by-step video at: https://findnaloxone.ky.gov/Pages/how-do-i-use-naloxone.aspx.

11/14/2025

Having a team of people who provide practical advice, emotional support, and who understand your journey is essential for substance use recovery success. Self-help groups or recovery community activities, along with friends and family, can provide an important source of support. To find a recovery community near you, please visit: findhelpnow.org/ky.

11/13/2025

Quitting smoking or va**ng can be a challenging journey, but it is not one that you have to face alone. Visit quitnowkentucky.org for help with the right support system!

11/04/2025

Stigma doesn’t help people, it hurts them. Substance use disorder is a health issue, not a moral failure. When we replace stigma with understanding, we make it easier for people to reach out for help.

10/23/2025

Knowledge helps remove the mystery surrounding fi****ms. Young people make better decisions when they are informed. The more children know about gun safety, the more likely they are to follow the rules.

10/16/2025

Narcan (Naloxone) is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. For more information on harm reduction, Narcan education, and where to find Narcan, visit https://ncdhd.com/harm-reduction/.

10/08/2025

The 988 Lifeline is for everyone. If you or someone you love is in need of crisis support, dial 988. To learn more visit: https://988lifeline.org/get-help/

10/07/2025

Thanks to everyone who helped us Save A Life!

Save A Life Day came and went, but the impact will last far beyond one day. 💙 Thanks to our amazing community partners who joined us at booths across the district, we couldn’t have done it without you! Together, we handed out 137 Narcan bundles (that’s 274 life-saving doses!), more than 30 gun locks, CPR barrier masks, and shared vital 988 and mental health resources. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

09/25/2025

We love Save A Life Day!

Happy Save A Life Day! Stop by one of our locations today to pick up FREE Narcan and helpful resources. Our team is here to answer questions and support you.

📍 Henry County Courthouse: 30 N. Main St, New Castle
📍 Andrew’s Pharmacy: 1545 Midland Trail, Shelbyville
📍 Spencer County Sheriff’s Office: 18 E. Main St, Taylorsville
📍 Marathon Gas Station: 24 US-421, Bedford