Harm Reduction Services

safe. anonymous. non-judgmental.

People who inject drugs have health care needs related to drug use. We work with people who use drugs, their families, and the larger community, without judgment. We are the most complete resource in the Rochester area providing services of this kind, and our services are completely anonymous.

we provide free access to:

New syringes and "works" (cotton, caps, sterile water)
Education about how to inject more safely
Naloxone to rapidly reverse opioid overdose
Safe disposal of used syringes
Hygiene supplies
Help preventing HIV, Hepatitis C, and other infections
Testing and linkage to other forms of care, including care management, medical care, substance use counseling and treatment, and other supportive services.

If you or someone you know is in need of support, call us at 585.454.5556.

help keep our community free of used needles

If you see used needles or syringes (also known as “sharps”), follow the tips below to pick them up safely. If you are under the age of 18, please don't touch the needle. Please call 585.210.4137 and leave a voicemail - a member of our team will respond within 1-2 business days.

DO NOT touch a needle with your hands.
Wear thick, heavy gloves on both hands, and use another object, like tongs or pliers, to pick up used needles.

Collect needles in thick, puncture-proof containers. Detergent bottles or coffee cans work well. Place the container on a level surface, and be sure to close the lid tightly.

Dispose of the sharps you collect safely and responsibly. Never put loose sharps in a trash or recycling bin!

where to bring used needles

You can drop off needles in a properly sealed container for free at any hospital or nursing home, or at any of the locations below – no questions asked.

Syringe Service Program 585.454.5556
416 Central Avenue, Rochester

Trillium Health Pharmacy 800.923.9394
259 Monroe Avenue, Rochester

Mobile Syringe Service 585.441.2938
Our van operates in Ontario County for safe, easy disposal of used needles in this area. Call us for more information and to find out where we’re located any given day.

Geneva
Wednesdays
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Canandaigua
Thursdays
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

opioid overdose prevention

We offer a free community opioid overdose prevention program, including naloxone trainings on the fourth Saturday of each month. To register for a training session, get more information on opioid overdose prevention, or schedule a training for your agency or group, contact OOP@trilliumhealth.org, or call 585.210.4146.

locations

Syringe Service Program – Monroe County
416 Central Avenue Rochester, NY 14605
585.454.5556
Hours: Monday - Friday: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Mobile Syringe Service Program – Ontario County
Geneva
Location: Exchange St. Bus stop parking lot
585.441.2038
Wednesdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Canandaigua
Location: West Ave. Bus Stop
585.441.2038
Thursdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm