The City of Worcester cares about its community members that struggle with addiction and substance use disorders. The complex disease of addiction not only affects individuals every day but touches the lives of family, friends, and entire communities. Below please find a list of local services and their contact information available to area residents.
In an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Massachusetts State administration is committed to fighting the opioid overdose epidemic on multiple fronts. Learn more about the State's response and see the latest statistics and data.
Naloxone
Naloxone, commonly known by the brand name of the nasal spray Narcan, is an FDA-approved medication that temporarily reverses an opioid overdose by blocking the effects of opioids. Naloxone takes 2 to 3 minutes to work and can last from 30 to 90 minutes. In the case of an overdose, medical help is still required and you must call 911.
The FDA has granted approval for Narcan to be available over the counter without a prescription. It is accessible in every pharmacy and drug store. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, as of March 2023, will cover over-the-counter non-prescription Narcan. MassHealth, among other insurers, cover prescription Narcan.
To learn more about administering naloxone and preventing overdoses, visit HRiA's YouCan Initiative.
Local and State Naloxone Programs
The City of Worcester Health & Human Services has distributed Naloxboxes to 20 locations and agencies in the City, to improve visibility and immediate access to Naloxone. All the Naloxboxes were placed in high-use areas with the goal of improving accessibility to this life-saving medication.
If your local agency would like to request free Narcan or fentanyl strips through our Division of Public Health, please contact Elizabeth Wheeler at WheelerE@worcesterma.gov.
The Bureau of Substance Addiction Services also offers community organizations access to discounted Naloxone through the Community Naloxone Program (CNP).
Find Naloxone Near You
Looking for Naloxone near you? Use the map below to find a location with free Naloxone and Sharps Containers near you.
Worcester/Central Ma Resources
DETOX SERVICES
AdCare Hospital
800-345-3552
Community HealthLink
800-750-9009
Recovery Centers of America
978-571-6050
Spectrum Health Systems
508-898-1570
METHADONE TREATMENT
Spectrum Health Systems
508-898-1570
SUBOXONE TREATMENT
SUBOXONE® (buprenorphine and naloxone) Sublingual Film (CIII)
866-973-4373
NARCAN DISTRIBUTORS
AIDS Project Worcester
508-755-3773
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Community Health Link
800-977-5555
REHAB & TREATMENT HELPLINES
Alcohol and Drug Hotline: 800-821-4357
Health Helpline: 800-272-4232
Hunger hotline: 617-523-7010
MA Substance Abuse Information Hotline: 800-327-5050
National Drug and Alcohol Treatment: 800-662-HELP
Poison Control: 800-682-9211
Safe Link Hotline: 877-785-2020
Samaritans (suicide help line): 508-875-4500
UMass Emergency Mental Health: 508-856-3562
United Way: 211
OUTPATIENT SERVICES
AdCare Hospital
508-453-3053
Community HealthLink
508-860-1260
Spectrum Health Systems
508-898-1570
SYRINGE/SHARPS DISPOSAL Guide
Worcester Senior Center: 128 Providence Street, Worcester
Family Health Center: 26 Queen Street, Worcester
AIDS Project Worcester: 85 Green Street, Worcester
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center: 19 Tacoma Street & 631 Lincoln Street, Worcester
Ethiopian Dream Center: 18 Millbury Street, Worcester
Worcester Division of Public Health: 25 Meade Street, Worcester
Leicester Police Department: 90 South Main Street, Leicester
Millbury Town Hall: 127 Elm Street, Millbury
Shrewsbury Health Department: 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury
SUPPORT GROUPS
Alcoholics Anonymous
508-752-9000
Everyday Miracles Peer Recovery
508-799-6221
Narcotics Anonymous
866-624-3578
MEDICATION DISPOSAL
Worcester Police Department: 9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester
Grafton Police Department: 28 Providence Road, Grafton
Leicester Police Department: 90 South Main Street, Leicester
Millbury Town Hall: 127 Elm Street, Millbury
West Boylston Police Department: 141 Sterling St, West Boylston
Walgreens: 320 Park Avenue, Worcester
Youth Services
The opiate epidemic has affected individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including the youth in our community. Learn more about services and help for youths and families with substance use disorders.
Stigma Free Worcester Mobile App
Stigma Free Worcester (Health & Human Services)
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Opioid Epidemic
What’s Behind Our State’s Opioid Epidemic?
Explore the interactive version of the State's Chapter 55 report on the opiate epidemic.
Contact Information
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Public Health
25 Meade Street
Worcester, MA 01610
Contact
Phone: 508-799-8531
Fax: 508-799-8572
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Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.