Overdose Spike Alerts in Dutchess County

A change in the local drug supply may cause a spike.

Destabilizing events in the drug supply such as changes in distribution patterns and new inclusions of especially dangerous contaminants, such as Fentanyl and Xylazine.

• People who use drugs
• Friends and family of people who use drugs
• Service providers

For people who use drugs:

• Test all drugs for Fentanyl and Xylazine before using. 
• Carry Narcan® (naloxone) 
• Get education and safer use supplies, including Fentanyl & Xylazine test strips and Narcan from our Empowerment Center
  • ​​​​​​​For people who use drugs and their friends and family, connect with a Recovery Coach by calling the Empowerment Center at 845 486 2893 or send them an email at empowermentcenter@dutchessny.gov
• Avoid using street drugs alone; call Never Use Alone at (800) 484-3731
• Remember Dutchess County is here 24/7 with services such as our 988 Dutchess County HELPLINE available by dialing 9-8-8, texting 845-485-9700, or using our HELPLINE app and our Stabilization Center available for individuals with mental health and substance use needs. 

For everyone in our community:

• Recognize the signs of an overdose: 
• Pale, sweaty or clammy skin
• Lips/fingertips turn blue
• Slow or irregular breathing: gasping, gurgling, or snoring
• Difficult or unable to wake
• Always call 911 if you suspect someone is overdosing
• Narcan training is available.  Contact Lori Levine at 845.243.4428 or llevine@dutchessny.gov
• Contact Dutchess County’s Empowerment Center for treatment and recovery resources: 845-486-2893 or empowermentcenter@dutchessny.gov

• Dutchess County offers Narcan Training for interested groups and organizations. Contact Lori Levine at 845-243-4428 or llevine@dutchessny.gov to schedule. 
• New York State Opioid Overdose Prevention- Harm Reduction Saves lives 
• Dutchess County HELPLINE APP. For resources and overdose spike information. 
• Partnership to End Addiction Flyer (.pdf)