Milwaukee County Prevention and Harm Reduction

Milwaukee County Prevention and Harm Reduction Better Ways to Cope | Harm Reduction MKE | Prevention Collective

Milwaukee County's prevention and harm reduction efforts prioritize increasing residential access to health related resources, information, opportunities and experiences.

Every community needs safe spaces where people can gather, connect, and feel supported without judgment. By becoming a B...
10/13/2026

Every community needs safe spaces where people can gather, connect, and feel supported without judgment. By becoming a Better To Know Trusted Space, your local business, workplace, or organization can help make life-saving harm reduction resources accessible to everyone.

Help us normalize support, provide Narcan and testing kits, and make harm reduction an everyday community practice.

Scan the QR code on the image or click below to register today!

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Navigating healthcare benefits can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone!If you or a loved one ha...
10/09/2026

Navigating healthcare benefits can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone!

If you or a loved one have questions about upcoming changes to Medicaid—or need a hand accessing programs like FoodShare, Medicare Savings Programs, or prescription cost assistance—our team is here to walk you through it step-by-step in a confidential, one-on-one setting.

Come See Us In Person!!!

When: The 2nd Thursday of every month from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Drop-ins welcome, no appointment needed!)

Where: Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center (1230 W. Cherry St., Milwaukee)

We're proud to team up with, Employ Milwaukee, (bringing employment and job training resources) and the Winged Victory Project advocacy program to make sure you're fully supported.

Can't Make the Monthly Sessions?

You can visit the Marcia P. Coggs Center, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. You can sit down directly with a Benefits Specialist and get the support you deserve.

Let's make sure you and your family stay connected to the care and benefits you rely on.

Learn more by visiting:

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/Older-Adults-Services/Benefits-Enrollment-Center/Medicaid-Support

As Mental Illness Awareness Week comes to a close today, we want to remind every Milwaukee County resident of one essent...
10/09/2026

As Mental Illness Awareness Week comes to a close today, we want to remind every Milwaukee County resident of one essential truth: Mental health care doesn't stop when this week ends.

Over the past week, we’ve talked about breaking stigma, expanding access to life-saving harm reduction tools, getting educated on fentanyl and overdose prevention, and adopting healthy coping strategies. Now, it's about keeping that conversation alive every single day of the year.

Whether you are navigating a long-term mental health condition, supporting a loved one through recovery, or going through a tough season yourself, Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) and our local community partners are here for you; no judgment, no barriers.

Year-Round Local Resources & Tools:

• Milwaukee County 24/7 Crisis Line: Call (414) 257-7222
• National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• Harm Reduction Vending Machines: Free access to Narcan, test strips, and cable locks across Milwaukee County.
• Education & Prevention: Explore FOCUS | Better To Know and Better Ways To Cope to find non-judgmental guidance and community support programs.

Let’s carry the empathy, awareness, and action from this week into every week that follows. Take care of yourself, check in on your neighbors, and never hesitate to reach out for help.

- Better Ways To Cope

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/Better-Ways-To-Cope

- FOCUS | Better To Know

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/FOCUS--Better-To-Know

- Harm Reduction MKE

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Harm-Reduction-Vending-Machines

Overcoming mental health challenges and substance use requires compassionate, community-centered solutions. This Mental ...
10/08/2026

Overcoming mental health challenges and substance use requires compassionate, community-centered solutions. This Mental Illness Awareness Week, Milwaukee County is highlighting harm reduction as a critical tool for safety and healing.

Milwaukee County BHS offers Harm Reduction Vending Machines across the county!

These machines provide FREE, confidential access to life-saving supplies, including:

Fentanyl & Xylazine Test Strip Kits
Nasal Narcan (Naloxone) Kits
Gun Cable Locks (to prevent accidental fi***rm deaths and suicides)
Medication Lock & Deactivation Bags

Find a vending machine location near you below!

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Harm-Reduction-Vending-Machines

Knowledge is one of our strongest tools in supporting mental health and saving lives. As part of Mental Illness Awarenes...
10/07/2026

Knowledge is one of our strongest tools in supporting mental health and saving lives. As part of Mental Illness Awareness Week, we’re encouraging all Milwaukee County residents to get informed about substance misuse and fentanyl risks.

Through Milwaukee County's FOCUS | Better To Know initiative, the message is simple:

1. Know the truth about substance risks in our neighborhoods.
2. Know what to do during an emergency or crisis.
3. Know where to go for compassionate, non-judgmental treatment.
4. Know how to help a loved one struggling with mental health or addiction.

Taking time to learn can make the difference for a friend, neighbor, or family member.

Get informed! Visit FOCUS | Better To Know below!

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/FOCUS--Better-To-Know

Every great community is built on spaces where people feel safe, welcomed, and supported. Could yours become a Better To...
10/06/2026

Every great community is built on spaces where people feel safe, welcomed, and supported. Could yours become a Better To Know Trusted Space?

By partnering with us, your organization can help normalize harm reduction by making life-saving supplies like Narcan, drug testing kits, and educational materials easy to find and access. No judgment—just care, connection, and community support.

Check out FOCUS | Better To Know for details on how your space can get involved!

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/FOCUS--Better-To-Know

Want to build a stronger, healthier partnership focused on your kids?Join us for "Better Together: Co-Parenting Evolved"...
10/05/2026

Want to build a stronger, healthier partnership focused on your kids?

Join us for "Better Together: Co-Parenting Evolved", presented by Fathers Making Progress!

Whether you want to improve communication, heal and learn in supportive separate spaces, or work toward a shared co-parenting agreement, this workshop is designed to help families thrive.

WHEN: Every Tuesday from September 29, 2026 – November 10, 2026

TIME: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

WHERE: Y.W.C.A. - 1915 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53212

COST: FREE!!!

Enjoy the Perks: Free meals and childcare are provided during each session, and classes are completely FREE!

Ready to take the next step?

Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link to complete your program intake today!

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10/05/2026

Mental Illness Awareness Week is here, Milwaukee County! Mental health conditions are common, real, and treatable; yet stigma often holds people back from reaching out.

You are never alone, and your story matters. Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is committed to building a supportive, stigma-free community where care is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

• Milwaukee County 24/7 Crisis Line: Call (414) 257-7222

• National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Learn more about the Better Ways To Cope Campaign below!

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/BHD/Prevention-and-Harm-Reduction/Better-Ways-To-Cope

As we step into October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded of the power of early detection, regular scre...
10/01/2026

As we step into October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded of the power of early detection, regular screenings, and breaking down barriers to health equity across Milwaukee County.

At the same time, building a truly healthy community means looking at wellness from every angle. Public health relies on connection, prevention, and meeting people where they are—whether that's expanding access to life-saving cancer screenings or championing vital harm reduction initiatives, like distributing Narcan, expanding resource placement, and supporting our local providers through programs like Better Ways to Cope.

Both movements are rooted in the same mission: removing stigma, sharing resources, and ensuring every single Milwaukee County resident has access to compassionate, judgment-free care.

Let's look out for one another, spread awareness, and make health and healing a priority. Find resources below:

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS

Address

9455 W. Watertown Plank Road
Wauwatosa, WI
53226

Telephone

+18889476583

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