Opioid Overdose Prevention Program in Beverly Hills, CA

As a leading provider of healthcare services in Beverly Hills, we recognize the critical importance of addressing the opioid crisis in our community. Our Opioid Overdose Prevention Program aims to save lives and reduce the devastating impact of opioid addiction on individuals and families.

What Is an Opioid Overdose?

An opioid overdose occurs when a person takes more opioids than their body can safely process. This leads to a dangerous slowdown of vital functions, particularly breathing. Opioids include prescription painkillers like oxycodone and hydrocodone, as well as illegal drugs like heroin and fentanyl.


Overdoses can happen accidentally or intentionally. Risk factors include:


  • Taking higher doses than prescribed
  • Mixing opioids with other substances
  • Using after a period of abstinence
  • Having underlying health conditions

Goals and Objectives

Our primary goal is to prevent opioid overdose fatalities in Beverly Hills. We strive to:


  • Increase awareness of opioid risks and signs of overdose 
  • Expand access to naloxone, a life-saving medication 
  • Reduce stigma surrounding substance use disorders 
  • Promote safe storage and disposal of prescription opioids 
  • Connect individuals to treatment and recovery services


We measure our success through reduced overdose rates, increased naloxone distribution, and improved community knowledge about opioid safety.

Key Components

Our program consists of several crucial elements:


  1. Community Education: We offer workshops and training sessions on overdose recognition and respons
  2. Naloxone Distribution: We provide free naloxone kits and training to community members.
  3. Prescription Drug Monitoring: We work with local healthcare providers to promote responsible prescribing practices.
  4. Harm Reduction Strategies: We implement needle exchange programs and distribute fentanyl test strips.
  5. Partnerships: We collaborate with local law enforcement, healthcare systems, and community organizations to maximize our impact.

Services and Offerings

We provide a range of services to support our community:


  • Free naloxone training and distribution events 
  • 24/7 overdose prevention hotline 
  • Support groups for individuals and families affected by opioid use 
  • Medication-assisted treatment referrals 
  • Safe disposal sites for unused medications 
  • Fentanyl test strip distribution 
  • Educational materials in multiple languages

Prevention Strategies

We provide in-depth education on opioid safety and overdose recognition. Our training sessions cover the signs of an overdose, including blue or purple skin tinge, especially in lips and nails. We teach proper response techniques and how to administer life-saving interventions.


Our program reaches out to healthcare providers, first responders, and community members. We offer both in-person and online workshops to maximize accessibility. These sessions include hands-on practice with naloxone administration and CPR techniques.

We promote responsible opioid prescribing and use. Our program works with healthcare providers to implement safe prescribing guidelines, including proper dosing and duration of treatment.


We educate patients on secure storage of medications to prevent misuse or accidental ingestion. Our team provides lockboxes and teaches proper disposal methods for unused medications.