Project DAWN
Narcan Rescue Kits Available By Mail
The Portage County Health District is able to provide you with Narcan Kits and training. Complete the form below to receive your kit by mail.
What is Project DAWN?
Project DAWN is a community-based drug overdose education and Naloxone (Narcan) distribution and education program. The program is offered to individuals who are in active addiction or recovery. Additionally, the Project DAWN program is offered to individuals who live and/or work with individuals in active addiction or recovery.
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The Mental Health & Recovery Board is partnering with the Portage County Health District to bring the Project DAWN program to individuals (one-on-one), small groups (workplace), and large groups (conferences/large trainings). All Project DAWN classes are available by appointment only.
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Participants will be trained to:
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See the signs and symptoms of an overdose
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Know the different types of overdoses
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Do chest compressions
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Call emergency medical services
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Give the intranasal Naloxone medication
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Participants of the Project DAWN class will be given a Project DAWN kit which contains:
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2 needleless syringes containing Naloxone (Narcan)
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1 face shield for rescue breathing
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Instructions
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Portage County referral information
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To schedule a Project DAWN training, call 330-673-1756.