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Milwaukee County Prevention and Harm Reduction

Better Ways to Cope | Harm Reduction MKE | Prevention Collective

Milwaukee County's prevention and harm reduction efforts prioritize increasing residential access to health related resources, information, opportunities and experiences.

09/04/2026

Could your space become a Better To Know Trusted Space?

Trusted Spaces are places where people live, work, gather, connect, and feel welcome. They can play an important role in making harm reduction a normal part of everyday community life.

By becoming a Better To Know Trusted Space, your organization or community space can help make Narcan, drug testing kits, and overdose prevention information easier for people to find, access, and use.

This is about creating spaces where people can get resources, ask questions, learn, and feel supported without judgment.

Help make harm reduction part of your space.

Become a Better To Know Trusted Space today!

REGISTER HERE:

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08/20/2026

Rooted in the voices, lived experiences, and wisdom of Milwaukee County residents, Better to Know reflects what we heard through extensive community engagement across neighborhoods impacted by the evolving drug supply.

The campaign strengthens awareness, reduces stigma, encourages informed decision-making, and connects individuals and families to trusted, culturally responsive resources related to overdose prevention, harm reduction, recovery, and community well-being.

At the Launch, You’ll Have the Opportunity To:

- Experience Better to Know and explore its messaging, tools, and resources.

- See how FOCUS shaped the campaign through community research, lived experiences, and community input.

- Get connected to resources for prevention, harm reduction, and recovery.

- Meet community ambassadors, trusted messengers, and partners from across Milwaukee County.

- Learn how you can get involved and connect with organizations and leaders working in our communities.

- Become a Community Ambassador and help share trusted information, connect people to resources, and bring community voices forward.

This launch is more than the introduction of a campaign; it is a celebration of community voice, trusted partnerships, and collective action working to create healthier, safer, and more connected communities.

Join Us. Get Involved. Better to Know.

WHAT: Better To Know Campaign Launch
WHEN: Friday, August 21, 2026
TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Concordia 27: 821 N. 27th Street - Milwaukee, WI 53208

REGISTER HERE

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08/19/2026

Want to make a direct impact in your neighborhood?

At the upcoming Better to Know campaign launch, you can learn how to become a Community Ambassador. Help share trusted information, connect people to culturally responsive resources, and bring community voices forward in the fight against overdose.

When: Friday, August 21, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)

Where: Concordia 27 (821 N. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208)

Presented by the FOCUS Initiative and Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, this initiative is rooted in the wisdom and lived experiences of Milwaukee residents.

Secure your spot and register today!

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08/18/2026

What can you expect at the Better to Know campaign launch?

Presented by the FOCUS Initiative and Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, this event is a celebration of community-driven action, collaboration, and wellness.

At the launch, you’ll have the opportunity to:

* Explore new messaging, tools, and resources for overdose prevention and harm reduction.

* Meet community ambassadors, trusted messengers, and local partners.

* Connect directly with recovery and wellness resources.

* Learn how you can get involved and support our neighborhoods.

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Concordia 27, 821 N. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Register now and join us!

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08/17/2026

The wait is over!!!

Join the FOCUS Initiative and Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services for the official launch of the Better to Know campaign. Built on the voices and lived experiences of Milwaukee County residents, this initiative is designed to help our community understand overdose, reduce stigma, and connect with trusted resources.

When: Friday, August 21, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Concordia 27 (821 N. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208)

Come explore the campaign, meet community ambassadors, and learn how you can help create a safer, more connected Milwaukee.

Register today to save your spot!

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08/14/2026

You’re Invited!!!

Better to Know Campaign Launch

Presented by the FOCUS Initiative & Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services

Join us as FOCUS and Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services unveil Better to Know, the result of extensive community engagement, research, and collaboration with Milwaukee County residents, community partners, trusted messengers, and individuals with lived and living experience. Better to Know is a community-informed Community Ambassador learning and activation initiative designed to help people better understand overdose, make informed decisions, take action, and connect to trusted resources.

WHAT: Better To Know Campaign Launch
WHEN: Friday, August 21, 2026
TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Concordia 27 - 821 N. 27th Street - Milwaukee, WI 53208

REGISTER HERE!

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07/17/2026

Driving Towards A Healthier Community is a Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services digital platform featuring the impact of Community Access to Recovery Services staff, providers and partners.

Each episode features stories that inspire all of us to heal in community, live healthier lives and experience the best of each other. We invite you to learn, share and contribute to ensure Milwaukee County is the healthiest county in the State of Wisconsin.

"When you change your outlook, you change your future."

Yathzee opens up about the powerful support that transformed his life and how he found the inner strength to turn the page toward a brighter future. Watch his journey unfold! This is Part 3 of Yathzee's Interview. Watch the full video below!!

Full video here:

https://youtu.be/z9E1OlFPo50

Find more information and resources here:

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Adult-Services-CARS

07/16/2026

Focus is a community-powered initiative centering Black & Brown voices in Milwaukee County. Using a Community-Based Participatory Evaluation (CBPE) approach, we listen to people with lived and living experience of drug use to reshape how we address the opioid crisis, elevate healing and drive action. We value truth-telling, co-creation, and radical transparency.

Addiction isn't simple, and traditional, overly polished awareness campaigns aren't working.

In this recap video, we broke down key insights and strategic takeaways from the FOCUS CAB meeting, exploring why effective substance use intervention requires moving away from fear-based messaging and toward community-informed behavioral change, lived experience, and authentic harm reduction.

Follow us for more information!!

07/15/2026

Driving Towards A Healthier Community is a Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services digital platform featuring the impact of Community Access to Recovery Services staff, providers and partners.

Each episode features stories that inspire all of us to heal in community, live healthier lives and experience the best of each other. We invite you to learn, share and contribute to ensure Milwaukee County is the healthiest county in the State of Wisconsin.

"Overcoming adversity helps develop you."

Recovery takes a village—and a lot of faith. Yahtzee shares a raw look at the people who stood by him in his darkest moments and how God's grace ultimately guided him to the light. This is Part 2 of Yathzee's Interview. Watch the full video below!!

Full video here:

https://youtu.be/z9E1OlFPo50

Find more information and resources here:

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Adult-Services-CARS

07/14/2026

Better Ways to Cope, supported by Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, is thrilled to announce our newest 2026 Community Grantee Cohort!

Thanks to Milwaukee County's allocation of opioid settlement funds, ten incredible local organizations have been selected for a 24-month cohort. Out of 47 highly competitive applications, these groups stood out for their dedication to leading innovative prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction efforts across our communities.

Please join us in celebrating and congratulating the 2026 Better Ways to Cope Grantees:

Cudahy Health Department

Milwaukee Turners – Prevention

Mental Health America of Wisconsin

Community Center for Immigrants

ProSay (Our Community)

Inner Beauty Center

Benedict Center

United Community Center – Treatment

Great Lakes Dryhootch

Manna Behavioral Services

Since its launch, Better Ways to Cope has invested in community-driven solutions that address substance use and mental health challenges while reducing stigma and increasing access to support services. Through education, outreach, and strategic partnerships, the initiative continues to strengthen communities across Milwaukee County.

Community members are encouraged to follow Better Ways to Cope for updates, success stories, training opportunities, and resources as these organizations begin implementing their funded initiatives.

Visit us here!

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/Better-Ways-To-Cope

Address

9455 W. Watertown Plank Road
Wauwatosa, WI
53226

Telephone

+18889476583

Website

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Adult-Services-CARS

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