Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative

09/01/2026

September is Recovery Month!

Recovery Month reminds us that recovery is possible every day in Anoka County. Parents, coworkers, students and neighbors are recovering and rebuilding their lives with courage and support. Replacing judgement with compassion creates safer spaces for people to ask for help and begin healing.

Read local recovery stories at FacesOfHopeAnoka.org/stories and share one with someone who may need hope today.

08/31/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is a time to remember those we have lost, stand with families and friends who are grieving and recommit to prevention. Learning the signs of an overdose, carrying naloxone and talking openly about substance use helps save lives.

Learn the signs of an overdose and how to find and carry naloxone at FacesOfHopeAnoka.org.

08/26/2026

Unused prescription medications can put loved ones at risk.

Cleaning out your medicine cabinet is a simple step that protects your family and community.

Free and anonymous drop-off locations are available in Anoka County.

Find a prescription drug takeback site on Faces of Hope: https://www.facesofhopeanoka.org/resources

08/25/2026

We will be at C**n Rapids Dam on Fri morning for the ACBC fresh produce event! If you have never been - come say hi, grab some naloxone or information... And get some great free produce as well! See you Friday!

Don't forget! 🍎
It's the August Produce in Park at the C**n Rapids Dam Regional Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, August 28. Free, fresh produce plus an opportunity to visit with a variety of area resources!

Animal Humane Society
Alexandra House
Anoka County Child and Teen
Central Minnesota Legal Services
Anoka County Transit
Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative
ACCAP Senior Programs
Neighborhood HealthSource
Poison Control
Family Caregiver Connection
Family Promise In Anoka County
CUB (Citizens Utility Board)
Anoka County Library
SNAP- Anoka County / Second Harvest Heartland
Canvas Health
C**n Rapids Police Department
C**n Rapids MN Fire Department

08/21/2026

It is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.

Behind every fentanyl statistic is a face, a family and a story. When we talk openly about fentanyl, share resources and carry naloxone, we help prevent overdoses and support safer choices in our community.

Visit FacesOfHopeAnoka.org/resources to learn where to get naloxone in Anoka County.

Discover local resources for opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery in Anoka County. Find help, naloxone access, and safe disposal options to combat opioid misuse.

08/20/2026

Kerri-Anne's recovery journey took her from pain, relapses and keep loss to a place of resilience and purpose.

With nearly two years sober, she's rebuilding her life with love and purpose.

Read Kerri-Anne's story and discover why every step towards recovery matters: https://www.facesofhopeanoka.org/stories

08/18/2026

Kratom and 7-OH may be readily available, yet there are concerns about their safety. This video contains helpful information that everyone should understand. The challenges with the addictive nature of these unregulated 'supplements' are HERE in Anoka County and our community should be informed.
Please take a little time and watch!

Supporters call kratom a lifeline, while researchers, doctors and addiction specialists warn that the reality is far more complicated

08/10/2026

Join us on Thursday for this important training and GREAT resource for families!
See you Thur at C**n Rapids YMCA!!

08/06/2026

If you are struggling or feeling alone, 988 is here to support you!

Tou, a 988 caller, and Jonathan, a 988 Minnesota Lifeline staffer, ...