City of Philadelphia

https://
The https:// in the address bar means your information is encrypted and can not be accessed by anyone else
.gov
Only government entities in the U.S. can end in .gov

Translate

It looks like your device language is set to . Would you like to translate this page?

Overdose Response Unit

Saving lives, rejuvenating communities, and bringing City agencies and private partners together to form a coordinated command group.

Services

Learn how to get and use naloxone (Narcan®)
Get bereavement support
Get treatment for substance use disorder
Get help if you are facing homelessness

About

The Overdose Response Unit is committed to saving lives and rejuvenating the communities that have been most affected by the opioid crisis. We work across City departments and within Philadelphia’s neighborhoods to:

  • Lead citywide opioid response strategies.
  • Target interventions where opioid overdoses happen most.
  • Align City resources and share expertise across departments.

Connect

Email OpioidResponseUnit@phila.gov
Request info & support

Want to learn more about our work?

Find out how we coordinate the City's response, get the latest data about substance use, and learn about our progress toward our goals.

Read the action plan

Posts

See all posts

Press Releases

See all Press releases

Resources

Prevention Point Philadelphia
Prevention Point Philadelphia provides harm reduction services, including medical clinics, a drop-in center, and syringe services.
Healthy Minds Philly
Visit Healthy Minds for information about the 24-hour mental and behavioral health emergency hotline, plus upcoming events, a blog, and other resources.
SOL Collective
SOL Collective is a harm reduction collective based in Philadelphia, working to end the racist war on drugs, the overdose crisis, and advocating for overdose prevention sites.
PRO-ACT
Pennsylvania Recovery Organization - Achieving Community Together (PRO-ACT) is a grassroots advocacy and recovery support initiative.
See all Resources

Top