Virtual Overdose Prevention and Response Trainings
- May 06, 2025
- 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Virtual
Are you worried about overdoses happening where you work or live? Wondering how you can help prevent an overdose?
Come and learn skills that could save lives. The Cambridge Public Health Department and the Somerville Prevention Services offer free virtual overdose prevention and response trainings on a monthly basis to the community and free on-site trainings for groups by appointment.
This comprehensive one-hour training includes:
- Signs and symptoms
- Risk factors
- Naloxone (Narcan) administration
To learn more, please contact Danielle McPeak at the Cambridge Public Health Department at 617-665-3872 or [email protected].
Monthly Trainings
To attend a training, use this Zoom link. The sessions are on the first Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following dates:
January 7, 2025
February 4, 2025
March 4, 2025
April 1, 2025
May 6, 2025
June 3, 2025
July 1, 2025
August 5, 2025
September 2, 2025
October 7, 2025
November 4, 2025
December 2, 2025
Virtual or In-Person Trainings for Groups
The health department offers free one-hour overdose prevention and response trainings to a variety of groups, including businesses, medical professionals, community organizations, active users, and student groups.
Trainings are appropriate for all groups interested in learning more about overdose prevention and encouraged for those who are likely to witness an overdose.
To request a free overdose prevention training for your organization or group, please contact Danielle McPeak at [email protected].