Substance Use
About This Service
Welcome! At GMHC, we offer inclusive, harm reduction-based support for people who use substances. Whether you need resources, treatment, or simply someone to talk with—you’re not alone.
Thank you to Elevance Health for their generous support of our harm reduction services.
What We Do
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program
We’re committed to combating the opioid epidemic in New York and manage a registered Opioid Overdose Prevention Program through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
- Free Naloxone (Narcan) kits and fentanyl test strips
- Overdose education
- Available Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm (appointment required)
- Virtual trainings are available
Elevance Harm Reduction Services (SAMHSA funded)
These services increase engagement in care and provide holistic support for racial and ethnically medically underserved 18+ individuals with active substance use. Incentives available for participation.
- Individual counseling with licensed clinicians (person centered care planning)
- Group Counseling
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Linkage to social and medical services via case management support
- Non-judgmental, trauma-informed support
Syringe Access Program
- Access to safer use supplies (syringes) with voucher redeemable at our on-site pharmacy, Avita
- For more information about syringe vouchers, contact Juanita Chestnut, Outreach Worker, at juanitac@gmhc.org
Contact
Ready to reach out?
You don’t need to have all the answers. We’re here to help—without judgment.
Email mhs@gmhc.org or Ph. 212-367-1109.
For Elevance Harm Reduction Services, contact dalen@gmhc.org or baronn@gmhc.org.
Substance Use
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Although most of our services are designed to serve the needs of people who have tested positive for HIV, we also provide many services to those who are HIV-negative.
No. Those who have tested antibody positive for HIV will be asked to complete a GMHC agency intake to be screened for the array of services that we provide at GMHC. People who are HIV-negative will not be eligible for agency membership, but may still be eligible for some of our substance use services. A harm reduction counselor will conduct a screening to determine eligibility for enrollment.
You can complete the secure and confidential form on this page or call 212-367-1057. Due to COVID-19, staff are providing remote intake services by phone for people who wish to become a GMHC client and access services. Staff will assess your needs and make referrals to programs and services provided by GMHC and/or our partners throughout New York City.
Yes, our services have different eligibility requirements. An intake specialist can help you understand requirements for our different services.
Currently all of our programs are grant-funded and no insurance is required for enrollment and participation.
