Narcan Training Saves Lives: Feinberg Team Embraces Crucial Initiative to Combat Opioid Overdoses

Feinberg Consulting, based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, is actively combatting the opioid crisis through participation in a Narcan training initiative. Hosted by the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities, the comprehensive training equipped the team with essential skills to respond effectively to opioid overdoses.

(PRUnderground) January 17th, 2024

In a determined effort to positively impact our community, Feinberg Consulting proudly announces its participation in a Narcan training session hosted by the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities. This comprehensive training equips our team with vital knowledge and skills to effectively respond to opioid overdoses, playing a pivotal role in preventing unnecessary loss of life.

Training Overview:

The training session, held in November, concentrated on several key components essential for identifying, responding to, and reversing opioid overdoses:

1. Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Overdose: Participants were educated on recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose. Understanding these early indicators is crucial for timely intervention and significantly improves life-saving chances.
2. Quick Actions to Save a Life: Our staff members underwent training on swift and effective actions to take in the event of witnessing an opioid overdose. Time is of the essence, and knowledge of appropriate steps can be the difference between life and death.
3. Narcan Nasal Spray Administration: The training provided hands-on guidance on efficiently and adequately administering Narcan nasal spray. Narcan, also known as naloxone, is designed to reverse opioid overdoses rapidly. Equipping our staff with these skills empowers them to be emergency first responders.
4. Resource Sharing: The session included valuable information on local resources available to support individuals struggling with opioid use disorders. Connecting people with the right resources goes beyond immediate intervention and contributes to a more comprehensive approach to harm reduction.
5. Narcan Save a Life Kit: Each participant received a Narcan Save a Life Kit containing the necessary tools for administering Narcan. This kit serves as a portable resource for our staff to carry with them, allowing them to be proactive and responsive in the face of an opioid overdose.

Alarming Drug Overdose Statistics:

The urgency of such training is underscored by the alarming statistics surrounding drug overdoses. Between April 2022 and 2023, a staggering 111,000 people lost their lives to drug overdoses in the United States. This number emphasizes the critical need for widespread education and initiatives like Narcan training to address the opioid crisis and prevent further loss of life.

About Feinberg Consulting:

Feinberg Consulting helps families and individuals through some of life’s most challenging times by providing services in Intervention, Case Management, and Coaching for individuals and families experiencing a mental health crisis, requiring an addiction specialist, anxiety management, depression support, senior services, medical case management services or a substance abuse evaluation.

Committed to community well-being, we actively participate in initiatives that address pressing public health issues, such as the opioid crisis. Our recent involvement in Narcan training reflects our ongoing dedication to creating a safer and more supportive environment for all.

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Steve Feldman, CEO

248-895-1489

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