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Substance Use Prevention & Response

Drugs and alcohol have a profound effect on a person’s health and wellbeing and can impact their family and community. Addiction can happen to anyone — one in six Americans report having a substance use disorder.


Recovery from substance use disorder is possible for everyone and support is available. We strive to reduce stigma, increase awareness, support effective policies and programs, and strengthen our community.


Help for substance use disorder

 If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, call or text 988 or call 1-888-910-0416. These hotlines are available 24 hours a day. If someone is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911. 


You can find local treatment options and information by calling the Washington Recovery Helpline at 1-866-789-1511 or by visiting the Salish Behavioral Health website. SAMHSA has a list of opioid treatment programs organized by state online.

Preventing overdose deaths

Deaths related to drug overdose have increased in Kitsap County and nationwide in recent years.


Everyone can help prevent overdose deaths


  • If you use drugs: Assume any pill or powder that is not from a pharmacy could contain fentanyl. Avoid using drugs alone. If you do use alone, call 877-696-1996 (Never Use Alone). 


  • Learn the signs of an opioid overdose. Signs include inability to wake up; slow or no breathing; and blue, gray, or ashy skin, lips or fingernails.​


  • Naloxone (or Narcan) is a safe and simple medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. People who spend time with people at risk for overdose should keep naloxone on hand.

    • Check the Washington state Naloxone Finder map to find naloxone in your area.

    • Anyone can buy naloxone at a pharmacy without a prescription. Call ahead to check availability.

    • You can have naloxone mailed to your home for free if you are not able to get naloxone from a pharmacy. 

    • Contact Kitsap Public Health at 360-728-2235 or cdp@kitsappublichealth.org for naloxone or naloxone trainings.

    • Or contact Ostrich Bay Exchange by phone or text at 253-470-6534. 



Free overdose response training


Request a free training from Kitsap Public Health online or by contacting us at 360-728-2235 or cdp@kitsappublichealth.org.


Safe medication disposal


Medications should always be returned using a medication return service or by mail. Do not flush or throw away expired or unused medications.

What to do if someone is overdosing

  1. Evaluate for signs of an overdose 

  2. Try to wake them by shaking and shouting their name

  3. Call 911

  4. Give naloxone (more than one dose could be needed; wait three minutes between doses)

  5. Start rescue breathing

  6. Stay with the person until help arrives


Find detailed response steps here


How to Respond to an Opioid Overdose. Video by BKAT.

It's safe to give help


  • The risk of overdosing from touching fentanyl or inhaling dust containing fentanyl is extremely low.  

  • Under the Good Samaritan Overdose law (RCW 69.50.315), neither the victim nor person assisting with an overdose can be prosecuted for drug possession.


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Healthcare Provider Resources

Looking for more healthcare guidance or resources? Visit our Provider Resources page.

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