Free Naloxone Available at all Branches

Thanks to a partnership with Baltimore County Department of Health, all 19 library branch locations are now offering free naloxone. This safe, easy-to-use medication can quickly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, including those caused by heroin and fentanyl. Customers can locate the clearly marked receptacles and take what they need. The receptacles will be monitored by the Baltimore County Department of Health and replenished monthly or sooner, if needed.  

“As a trusted community institution, Baltimore County Public Library is committed to meeting people where they are and providing resources that can truly save lives,” said Sonia Alcántara-Antoine, Baltimore County Public Library CEO. “By partnering with the Baltimore County Department of Health to make Naloxone readily available, we are helping to break down barriers, reduce stigma and ensure our neighbors have access to this critical tool in the fight against the opioid epidemic.”

Funding

This project is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act and the Maryland Office of Overdose Response. The initial supply of naloxone is provided through the CDC Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) LOCAL cooperative agreement awarded to Baltimore County, with ongoing supply maintained through the Maryland Department of Health’s Overdose Response Program.

Here to Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse problems, our Social Workers in the Library can connect you to helpful resources. Drop-in hours and appointments are available at our Randallstown and Woodlawn branches, with virtual and phone services also offered by appointment.

Baltimore County residents and families can also call the Baltimore County Department of Health’s REACH warm line at 410-88-REACH (410-887-3224), Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to midnight. Peer Recovery Specialists are available to provide referrals to harm reduction, treatment and recovery resources, as well as other resources that may reduce barriers to care.