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REGION 5 OPIOID ABATEMENT COUNCIL

The Region 5 Opioid Abatement Council (R5OAC), is one of the 19 regions in Colorado receiving opioid settlement funding. Region 5 encompasses Eagle, Garfield, Lake, Pitkin, and Summit counties. Eagle County is the Fiscal Agent for the Region 5 R5OAC coalition.

R5OAC is committed to providing funding to organizations that serve people impacted by Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and co-occurring Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health Disorders. Through strategic partnerships and evidence-based initiatives, the Council works to drive positive change and foster recovery across the region.

Strategic plan and program highlights

All Regional Opioid Abatement Councils are required to submit two-year Strategic Plans. 2023/2024 core programs include:

Mobile Harm Reduction Services

Free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and other harm reduction resources are available at various locations throughout the region or by delivery through High Rockies Harm Reduction. This organization is dedicated to combatting overdose deaths, reducing the spread of infectious diseases, and minimizing the negative consequences of substance abuse through evidence-based programming and peer support.
Mobile Harm Reduction Services website.

Anti-Stigma and Education Campaign

The Community Compass campaign aims to destigmatize substance use disorders, addiction, and treatment. By sharing video stories of local community members who are living lives of recovery, the campaign demonstrates that recovery is achievable. Additionally, it serves as a resource hub, connecting individuals in the five-county region to addiction, recovery, mental health, and harm reduction programs and services.
Anti-Stigma and Education Campaign website.

Regional Data Dashboard

To measure the impact of R5OAC’s efforts, a comprehensive dashboard was developed to monitor the reach and effectiveness of funded programs and track key outcomes related to opioid reduction. The dashboard also provides insights into the broader narrative of opioid use, including contributing factors and outcomes for both adults and young people.
Regional Data Dashboard website.

Funding opportunities

Please visit the CO Region 5 Opioid Abatement Council website.