The PRIME+ Peer Program connects certified peer recovery support specialists with people who are at risk of or receiving treatment for overdose, infection, or other health issues related to substance use. PRIME+ is currently funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration State Opioid Response Grant awarded to Oregon Health Authority.
PRIME+ peers…
Are individuals in long-term recovery, credentialed as peer specialists
Trained in overdose and infectious disease prevention
Engage people at all stages of change, including those not currently in treatment
Support individuals in achieving self-identified goals for health, recovery, and quality of life
PRIME+ connects people in need of support to resources, services, and care across Oregon.
For more information, download our PRIME+ community partner handout here.
To contact a PRIME+ team in your county, click here for our referral list.
67 Peers
20 Counties
17 Organizations
3 Oregon Regions