Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board

CONTACT INFORMATION: Emergency - 703-573-5679 / Detox - 703-502-7000 (24/7)
703-383-8500 TTY 711
8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Daryl Washington
Executive Director

Overdose Safety Plan

Keep safe. Prevent overdose.

My Safety Plan

I know that abstinence (not using) is the only way to be sure I don't overdose. But if I relapse, I will take these precautions to prevent overdose:

    • I know that after not using for a while, my tolerance will be lower. So I will avoid using large amounts of opioids, benzodiazepines, and/or alcohol.
    • I will not use drugs and alcohol together and will not mix drugs (including prescribed drugs).
    • I will take my prescription medications as prescribed and will not abuse them.
    • I will be careful where I get my drugs. I know the strength of the drug may differ among dealers.
    • I will try not to use alone so that I always have someone near who can help me if I overdose.
    • I will participate and encourage others to participate in a REVIVE! opioid overdose reversal training.
    • I will try not to use drugs by injection.
    • If I relapse, I agree to tell ____________________________________ and ask for help.
    • If I am in danger, or if someone I am with is in danger, I will call 911.

In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
CSB Emergency Services
703-573-5679 (24/7)
Fairfax Detoxification Center
703-502-7000 (24/7)

Peer Outreach Response Team (PORT)
Connect with peer support specialists
703-559-3199
CSB Entry & Referral
703-383-8500

Get a printable version of this information.

Find out about REVIVE! training to prevent opioid overdoses.

Disclaimer: These videos have been made available for informational and educational purposes only. Viewing these videos does not automatically make you eligible to receive naloxone.

If you would like to receive opioid overdose response instruction, you can register to take the free CSB Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Education training (REVIVE! kit training). Upon completion of that CSB training, residents of Fairfax County and the Cities of Fairfax and Falls Church are eligible to receive a free box of naloxone.

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