Syringe Service Program (SSP)
SCHRA'S Syringe Service Program (SSP) is an anonymous service offering unused sterile syringes and injection equipment at no cost for individuals who inject substances. No photo ID is required. SSP is a harm reduction service implemented to reduce the spread of HIV, HCV and other infections.
Hours of Operation:
Thursdays 2:00pm-5:00pm
Services Offered:
Collection and safe disposal of used syringes (stop in anytime during hours to drop off old needles)
Facilitation of safe disposal
Education about overdose prevention and safer injection practices
Naloxone distribution and education
Equipment Provided:
- Syringes (various sizes available)
- Sharps Containers
- Tourniquets
- Cookers
- Cottons
- Sterile Water
- First Aid Supplies
- Safer Snorting and Smoking Kits*
- Overdose prevention equipment including Narcan, Injectable - - Naloxone, Fentanyl Testing Strips, Xylazine Testing Strips
- Hygiene Items
- Snacks and water
*These items are based on availability
Participants of a Colorado Syringe Service Program are protected by state law and are exempt from paraphernalia tickets for syringes and injection equipment distributed by SCHRA. Participants will receive an anonymous participation card that reflects participation in the program.
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