Two Opioid Awareness & Harm Reduction Vending Machines Installed in Delaware County

In a continued effort to combat the opioid crisis and support community health, the Delaware County Opioid Committee is proud to announce the installation of two Opioid Awareness & Harm Reduction Vending Machines at two locations in Delaware County.

These free vending machines provide 24/7 access to essential harm-reduction resources, including:

• Naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses

• Wound care supplies to reduce infection and promote safe recovery

• Condoms to support sexual health

• Sharps containers to ensure safe disposal of needles

• Gun Locks for prevention of a gun firing

• Toothbrushes for overall wellness

• Toothpaste for overall dental wellness

“Our goal is simple: save lives, reduce harm, and meet people where they are,” said Chief Deputy Jill Knipper. “These machines remove barriers by providing free, critical supplies without judgment to help protect both individuals and the broader community.”

The Resource Vending Machines are located at:

• Regional Medical Center: Parking Lot 2, 709 West Main Street, Manchester

  • Between Entrance C-2 (Wound/Procedure Center) and Entrance D (UnityPoint Cardiology)

• Hopkinton Community Center: 115 SW 1st Street SE, Hopkinton

  • Near the Back Entrance

“We recognize that addiction is a complex public health issue,” said Krystle DeShaw, Delaware County Public Health Administrator. “By offering these resources openly and compassionately, we are strengthening our community’s safety net and promoting healthier outcomes for everyone.”

The Delaware County Opioid Committee encourages community members and partners to help spread awareness of the new resource locations.

Delaware County Public Health and the committee gives a special thanks to all community partners who are helping to provide these resources and to the Delaware County Board of Supervisors for their support with the use of the Opioid Settlement Funding of this project. Any questions regarding this public health initiative can be directed to Delaware County Public Health by calling 563-927-7551.

Tune in to our “Guest of the Day” interview segment this Thursday, April 2nd at 9:30 am to hear more about this initiative from Deputy Jill Knipper.

photos courtesy of RMC