Your Story Matters

Whether you are struggling with opioid addiction, supporting a friend or family member in their recovery, or are a professional who helps - your story matters.

The Kane County Health Department advocates for widespread access to naloxone and training on how to respond to an opioid overdose. Our goal is to increase the number of lives saved by bystanders and professional first responders, and connect anyone in need of support with resources. Together, we can save lives and help people in Kane County who are struggling with substance use disorders.

93

Total number of reported drug overdoses in Kane County in 2023

76.3%

Percentage of overdoses involving opioids in Kane County in 2023

95

Reported number of times naloxone was used to reverse a suspected overdose in Kane County in 2023

Get the Facts About Opioids

Embrace Hope, Seek Healing

Opioid addiction affects millions of individuals worldwide and many here in Kane County. The journey to recovery can involve physical dependency, emotional turmoil, and the underlying causes of addiction.

Your story matters. By seeking healing, you can conquer the most challenging aspects of opioid addiction, achieve lasting recovery, and take your life back.

Find treatment providers, support groups, harm reduction supplies, and naloxone.

Part of the Story

Opioid dependence doesn't just affect the person battling it; it touches the lives of friends and family too. Learning about addiction and finding support are essential for effectively helping your loved ones and taking care of yourself.

Learn about opioid addiction, get naloxone and learn to use it, find treatment providers and support groups.

Support for Those Who Help

First responders and healthcare professionals are on the front lines of the battle against the opioid crisis. To provide effective care, they need access to up-to-date information and a strong support network.

These dedicated individuals are instrumental in giving people who misuse opioids an opportunity to get well, making it vital to prioritize their knowledge and well-being.

Learn about opioid addiction, get naloxone and harm reduction supplies, and find support.

Save a Life

In as little as 15 minutes, you can learn how to save the life of a loved one, friend, coworker, neighbor or anyone who is experiencing an overdose caused by prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl. You can also find out where you can obtain the lifesaving, easy-to-use, overdose-reversing nasal spray, naloxone.

Get naloxone and learn how to use it.