International Overdose Awareness Day

Thousands of people die each year from drug overdose. They come from all walks of life. Connecticut will join in the global observance of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st to raise awareness of overdose, reduce stigma, and acknowledge the grief felt by family members and friends of those who have died from a drug overdose. Resources for Overdose Awareness Week (August 25-31) are available through SAMHSA.  Please see below for a list of events and vigils. 

Events in Connecticut Cities and Towns, as well as Virtual Events:

 

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Danbury - Día de Concientizacion sobre la Sobredosis / Overdose Awareness Day event on August 31 at Kennedy Park, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. For additional details visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1725446538241976?ref=newsfeed  

Enfield - The United Church of Christ will host a vigil on August 31 at 7:00 PM at 1295 Enfield St, Enfield, CT 06082

Hartford - Connecticut Harm Reduction Alliance will host their International Overdose Awareness Day Annual Cookout on August 31 at their drop-in center, located at 557 Albany Avenue in Hartford. 

Meriden - Overdose Awareness Concert on August 31 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Meriden Green, 77 State Street, Meriden, CT. Click Here for more details. 

New Haven - Overdose Awareness Day takes place August 30 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM on the New Haven Green.