Meet Thomas: Harm Reduction Navigator
We spoke with Thomas Ortiz, who works at our Drop-In Center in East Harlem, to learn more about his role, what his work looks like, and what motivates him each day.
Garden
Other Services
Our garden provides staff and participants with an open space to rest, recharge, and connect with the Earth.
In this space, we hold ceremonies for loved ones we have lost, honor those who are still with us, provide holistic services, celebrate life milestones, support participants following an overdose, and share meals.
NEWS AND BLOGS
Forging Community Connections on the Frontlines
OnPoint NYC’s Outreach and Public Safety Team connects people to care through mobile services, overdose response, hazardous waste cleanup, and community outreach across NYC neighborhoods.
Four Years of Saving Lives
OnPoint NYC marks four years of OPCs and saving lives: 2,004 overdoses reversed, 7,011 people connected to care, and 244,623 utilizations diverting drug use from public spaces.
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LOCATIONS
East Harlem
104 -106 E 126th Street
New York, NY 10035
Washington Heights
500 W 180th Street
New York, NY 10033
Drop-in Centers Hours
East Harlem DIC
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 11 PM
Weekends: 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Washington Heights DIC
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 11 PM
Weekends: 9 AM – 4:30 PM
