Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative

05/29/2026

Having a Recovery Coordinator has been huge for our efforts! If you know anyone interested... Please consider this amazing opportunity!

Help make recovery possible for more people! Serve with Recovery Corps and provide peer support to people in recovery or build capacity at a local recovery organization. We're looking for people to serve starting in September 2026.

Visit RecoveryCorps.US to find an opportunity near you.

05/27/2026

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid. It is often mixed into other substances, sometimes without people knowing.

Awareness helps reduce risk.

Carrying naloxone saves lives.

Find a site near you: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1yaJwqru0yUCAcfLXoSAxZE8vpSzc9fA&hl=en_US&femb=1&ll=45.212383247374426%2C-93.2624337&z=10

05/21/2026

Looking for support? Start here.

The Faces of Hope Resources page brings together trusted, local help in one easy place. Whether you need treatment options, crisis support, naloxone access, or prevention tools, you can find it here.

No judgement. Just support.

Visit Faces of Hope to take the first step: https://www.facesofhopeanoka.org/resources

05/20/2026

Do you have lived experience with opioids? Do you live in Anoka County? Do you want to be a part of our Opioid Solutions Initiative?
We currently have a Lived Experience opening on our Opioid Advisory Council!
For more details about what it entails and to fill out an application, go to: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4417/Opioid-Response and look for the Apply Now button!

The Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative (ACOSI) has been established to respond to the misuse of opioids in Anoka County.

05/15/2026

Lori is a mom, paralegal and polka musician who faced addiction to prescription painkillers. At her lowest point, she had the bravery to say three simple words: ""I need help.""

That moment sparked a new chapter of strength, healing and longterm recovery.

Learn more about Lori's story here: https://www.facesofhopeanoka.org/stories

05/11/2026

This promises to be a very meaningful event!
Come watch our 'Faces Of Hope' Documentary this Saturday at 2:40!!!!
Bring your friends/family and see you there!

05/05/2026

Every story shared on Faces of Hope helps others feel less alone, reduces stigma, and strengthens our community.

Whether you are in recovery, supporting a loved one, or walking a hard day, your experience matters.

Head to FacesOfHopeAnoka.org/stories to read and watch these stories and share your own.

04/28/2026

We invite you to join us for a day of 'Recovering Peace'! Lots of amazing speakers and we have the opportunity to share our Faces of Hope documentary.
Please share and invite! Would love to continue building this community of support and support folks in their journey towards 'Recovering Peace'! MAKE SURE YOU REGISTER if you hope to attend!
See you on Sat May 16!

04/17/2026

Come see us at the Spring Recovery & Reentry Summit on Thursday the 23rd! Great speakers and LOTS of great resources! More details at reentrytrainingsolutions.com
See you there!

04/16/2026

🌻Spring Into Wellness with family fun 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 25 at Emma B. Howe YMCA, 8950 Springbrook Dr. NW, C**n Rapids.


🌞Free activities include child safety workshop, yoga for kids, Anoka Kindness Rock Garden, music and puppets.