SSP Info and General inquires (text first) 980-395-2199 | Mobile Outreach (text only) 980-395-9082
We're Hiring!
QCHR is hiring a Harm Reduction Housing 1st Cast Manager to serve people who use drugs engaged in housing services. See more about the job here, candidates with, at minimum, an MSW or 3-5 years of relevant experience strongly encouraged to apply.
What We Do
Center for Prevention Services' Queen City Harm Reduction (QCHR) program improves the health & wellness of individuals & their communities in Charlotte, NC. We provide direct services to people who use drugs and who are at high risk for Hepatitis C, HIV, overdose, and other major health issues. Our staff & volunteers offer free sterile equipment and Naloxone (Narcan) to people who use drugs, people who use hormones, people who do sex work, and other marginalized groups. Our services help to prevent the spread of infectious disease and overdose fatalities.
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Syringe Service Programs (SSPs) are an evidence-based method that curbs infection rates and drug misuse.
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QCHR offers life-saving supplies and empowers directly impacted people through connection, education, and linkage to a variety healthcare options and social resources.
Volunteer
with us!
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Naloxone Kit-making events
Naloxone (or Narcan) is an overdose reversal agent that saves the lives of our program members every day.
Community
Garden
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Drug Checking
QCHR has teamed up with UNC Chapel Hill to provide free testing of product. Completely anonymous, this is an easy way to learn more about what is in your supply.
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The Photovoice Project
Watch what our members have worked so hard on here!
Meeting People
Where They're At
We believe people who use drugs deserve dignity, health, love and respect. All too often people are given the message that their health is not worth caring for as long as they are using drugs.
We know people who use drugs still care about their health and their lives.