By 1808Delaware
In a move aimed at expanding emergency overdose response access, the Delaware Public Health District has teamed up with Concord Township and Safe Harbor Peer Support Services to install new NaloxBoxes in the community. The boxes, now available in Concord Township Community Park and at Safe Harbor’s Annie’s Outreach Center, contain the opioid reversal drug Naloxone and are accessible 24/7.
What Is a NaloxBox?
Think of it like a first-aid kit, but for opioid overdoses. Developed by naloxbox.org, each NaloxBox holds doses of Naloxone (also known by the brand name Narcan), a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. These boxes are designed for easy, anonymous access, offering a critical tool for bystanders during emergencies.
A Life-Saving Collaboration
Concord Township Trustee Jason Haney underscored the urgency and purpose of the partnership:
“Opioid overdoses can happen anywhere, and every second counts,” he said. “This initiative is about more than just providing access to Naloxone — it’s about protecting our residents, supporting families, and showing that Concord Township is committed to saving lives.”
Safe Harbor’s Marketing and Donor Relations Manager echoed that message. She pointed to both the practical and emotional impact of the initiative: “Having Naloxone available 24/7 means someone in crisis has a chance to survive an overdose and reach recovery. The box raises awareness, reduces stigma, and shows our community that resources and support are accessible.”
Why It Matters
- Quick Access: Like an AED or fire extinguisher, a NaloxBox empowers anyone nearby to take life-saving action when every second matters.
- Community Support: Visibility of naloxone in public spaces helps reduce stigma and normalize access to help.
- Local Commitment: The effort reflects the strength of collaboration between public health officials, township leaders, and nonprofits — all working together to make sure no one faces an overdose alone.
Other Naloxone Resources
In addition to the NaloxBoxes, the Delaware Public Health District offers free Project DAWN kits (which include Naloxone) at their office at 470 S. Sandusky Street and by mail through an online request. And for those seeking help 24 hours a day, a Naloxone vending machine has been installed in the lobby of the Delaware County Jail at 844 US-42 North.
More details are available at DelawareHealth.org/Naloxone.
Source, Photo: DPHD
