Chicago Recovery Alliance: CRA provides a wide array of services to people who want to reduce drug-related harm in their lives and in their communities. Their staff and volunteers are well-trained and experienced in assisting in the achievement of any positive change as defined by the individuals with whom we engage. Services are provided seven days a week, nearly every day of the year, at our many different outreach and drop-in locations. [Website] [IG]
Community Outreach Intervention Projects: COIP’s services include street outreach, counseling and testing for HIV, HCV, syphilis and other infectious diseases associated with substance use, case management for people who are HIV or HCV positive, syringe exchange, drug abuse and risk reduction counseling, drug overdose education, support groups, and other educational activities. COIP also provides referrals to other providers, including drug treatment programs, HCV treatment providers, shelters, food pantries, mental health programs, assistance with entitlements, etc. Through a collaboration with UIC’s Community Clinic Network, all COIP storefront sites provide free medical, mental health and pharmacy care for people living with HIV. [Website]
Punks With Lunch Chicago: Mutual aid organization distributing food and harm reduction materials to Chicago’s most vulnerable communities. [IG]
Sana Healing Collective: Sana Healing Collective is a Chicago-based non-profit organization committed to individualized, client-led approaches promoting the well-being of the whole person and community. They are committed to the development of psychedelic-assisted therapy, including ketamine-assisted therapy, along with other integrative practices. [Website] [IG]