TheUltimateFixx
Bluelighter
I've been volunteering these past few years as part of an HR initiative, where basically we go round engaging with homeless and street users, giving them info about appropriate help should they want to access it.
It also mainly means giving out supplies. So basically I walk about with a big rucksack and I'll be handing out needles, sterile cups, etc ; injection equipment on demand but CLEAN.
I advise street users on injecting technique and how best to keep healthy.
I often accompany people to ER or general practice because they feel too intimidated or put off to go there by themselves, (many times because of past adverse experience), to make sure they get treatment.
Plus I agree to accompany people to court, who might be drug users or also immigrants having their case fought, as a kinda moral back-up.
Since I'm not a member of the legal profession I will not be allowed in the actual court room during the hearing (unless the presiding judge specifically permits my presence).
In my experience this is generally VERY psychologically helpful to the person even if I can't legally or medically intervene in either case ; but just from knowing somebody is willing to speak on your behalf who knows the situation.
Thoughts -? Experiences -?
PS if you're considering helping in this way, please get involved.
It also mainly means giving out supplies. So basically I walk about with a big rucksack and I'll be handing out needles, sterile cups, etc ; injection equipment on demand but CLEAN.
I advise street users on injecting technique and how best to keep healthy.
I often accompany people to ER or general practice because they feel too intimidated or put off to go there by themselves, (many times because of past adverse experience), to make sure they get treatment.
Plus I agree to accompany people to court, who might be drug users or also immigrants having their case fought, as a kinda moral back-up.
Since I'm not a member of the legal profession I will not be allowed in the actual court room during the hearing (unless the presiding judge specifically permits my presence).
In my experience this is generally VERY psychologically helpful to the person even if I can't legally or medically intervene in either case ; but just from knowing somebody is willing to speak on your behalf who knows the situation.
Thoughts -? Experiences -?
PS if you're considering helping in this way, please get involved.
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