Infographic: Supervised consumption sites — Key messages from an end-of-grant workshop
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What We Heard: Supervised consumption sites — Key messages from an end-of-grant workshop
Services
People must have access to basic health and social services including food, clothing and shelter.
Supervised inhalation services
Many people prefer inhalation, but few sites support this method of consumption. Supervised inhalation services may save lives.
Changing drug supply
It is critical to listen to people who use drugs and swiftly adapt to the changing realities of how drugs are used, and which services are required where.
Access
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in substances being consumed in isolation, causing people to be more vulnerable to harms.
Contaminated supply
The COVID-19 pandemic increased contamination in the drug supply, leading to more overdoses and more deaths.
Listen to the experts
People who use drugs and frontline staff should be involved in planning and making decisions.
Staff support
Staff should be adequately supported to avoid burning out. This includes paid sick leave, grief support and training opportunities.
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