Overdose Prevention & Reentry

Overdose is the leading cause of death for people exiting a correctional setting and reentering the community. There are several strategies sheriffs can use to help reduce the risk of overdose for people re-entering the community, including (1) offering overdose education and distributing naloxone upon release, and (2) integrating peer support services into in-jail programs with post-release referrals to substance use disorder treatment and other support services.