Across the region, SOR-funded partners continue to expand access to treatment and strengthen overdose prevention efforts in meaningful ways. Hampton–Newport News CSB and Richmond Behavioral Health Authority exemplify this commitment through innovative outreach, enhanced treatment access, and proactive overdose response initiatives. Their work reflects a coordinated and community-focused approach to increasing access to care, reducing overdose risk, and supporting individuals on their path to recovery.
We invite you to read their brief stories below and look forward to highlighting additional success stories from CSBs and partner agencies across the region in the coming months. We know you are all doing impactful, lifesaving work every day, and we have a deep respect for your continued dedication to the communities you serve.
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA):
"RBHA continues to prioritize efforts regarding lifesaving overdose prevention and response services, some of which are funded/supported by our SOR grants. Examples of our activities include the provision of opioid overdose reversal supplies; distribution of fentanyl test strips; provision of medication disposal kits; and ongoing overdose reversal education & training services.
The latest addition to our efforts includes the installation of 6 overdose emergency kits in our 5th Street building location. The kits were installed in high-traffic, visible areas for easy access. Four of these are next to the AED machines."
Hampton-Newport News CSB (HNNCSB):
“HNNCSB has successfully launched our Mobile Unit, providing community outreach and Medication Assisted Treatment services for individuals with Opioid Use Disorder. We continue to provide SOR-funded outpatient services, to include peer recovery supportive services, Medication Assisted Treatment and therapeutic services at our outpatient clinic.”
