Fentanyl Awareness

February 24, 2025

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid contributing to the rise in overdose deaths. However, misinformation and fear about fentanyl exposure can create undue panic and hinder life-saving efforts. This short video addresses common myths, providing accurate information to reassure responders and community members that they can safely respond without fear.

The following video on fentanyl awareness is brought to you by the Connecticut Community and Law Enforcement for Addiction Recovery (CLEAR) initiative and was produced by the McCall Behavioral Health Network and Long Sought Films.

McCall provides regional oversight and statewide coordination of the Community and Law Enforcement for Addiction Recovery (CLEAR) initiative.

Through this initiative, a team of Community Engagement Specialists partner with local law enforcement and our network of collaborative partners to:

  • Conduct rapid follow-ups on individuals at high risk for an overdose, including those who have recently experienced an overdose
  • Offer service navigation and ongoing support
  • Coordinate the regional collaborative harm reduction program and provide harm reduction services at locations throughout Litchfield County
  • Work with families and loved ones to develop recovery plans and skills to cope with and overcome some of the difficulties families face
  • Offer community-based training on current trends, resources, harm reduction, and overdose response

For more information about our programs please phone 860.496.2100. A staff member will return your call to discuss next steps.

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