At East Coast Recovery Center, we are deeply committed to the belief that recovery is rooted in compassion, and that every individual’s life holds intrinsic value. In line with this mission, we are excited to present our Community Naloxone Program, which offers free Narcan® (naloxone) to community members, made possible through the collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).
Naloxone is a well-established, safe medication specifically designed to reverse the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose within mere minutes. This medication is user-friendly and can be administered by anyone, even without medical training. By making Narcan readily accessible at no cost to the public, our goal is to actively combat the rising tide of overdose deaths in our community. We aim not only to save lives but also to empower individuals to respond swiftly and effectively in emergency situations, where every second truly matters. Together, we can foster a more informed and proactive society in the face of the opioid crisis.
Through a partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, East Coast Recovery receives a supply of naloxone kits that we distribute to the public at no charge.
Naloxone kits are available at our facility and during local outreach events. Anyone can stop by to receive one — no ID, insurance, or questions asked.
Our staff provides brief training with each kit, covering how to recognize an overdose, how to administer Narcan, and what to do afterward.
Used or expired kits can be replaced anytime, free of charge, as supplies allow.
Our naloxone kits are available to:
There are no eligibility requirements. Our goal is simple: get Narcan into as many hands as possible.
A typical Narcan kit includes:
Alongside naloxone distribution, East Coast Recovery offers free overdose response education for individuals, families, and community groups. Training sessions cover:
Our staff can also coordinate group trainings for schools, workplaces, and local organizations upon request.
Under Massachusetts’ Good Samaritan Law, anyone who administers naloxone in good faith or calls 911 during an overdose emergency is protected from criminal prosecution for drug possession.
The law also allows anyone to carry and use naloxone without a prescription under the state’s standing order. That means you can receive Narcan directly from East Coast Recovery without visiting a doctor or pharmacy first.
