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Together We Can – Franklin Township and the Central Jersey Family Health Consortium Host Overdose Awareness Day Vigil
 
Date: August 28, 2024
Time: 6:30PM – 8PM
Location: Franklin Township Municipal Complex Performance Gazebo, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873.
In the case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the Franklin Township Municipal Council Chambers.
Details
This event is for everyone – whether you use drugs, have loved ones who do, or are dedicated to the fight against overdose through advocacy and healthcare. Together, we can make a difference and showcase the power of our collective efforts.
Event Highlights:

• Resource Tables: Access information and support from various organizations.
• Free Narcan Kits: Obtain life-saving Narcan kits and learn how to use them.
• Community Speakers & Testimonials: Hear powerful stories from those in recovery and from families affected by overdose.
• Memorial Table: Bring a photo of your loved one to include in a touching memorial.
• Candlelight Vigil & Prayer: Join us for a moment of reflection and unity.

Suggestion: Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for the prayer and testimony portion of the evening.
 
Why Attend?
This event is a heartfelt initiative by CJFHC's Perinatal Addiction Prevention Project, Empower Somerset, the  Franklin Township Stigma-Free Franklin and  Mayor's Wellness Campaign, and Community in Connection. It is an event to raise awareness, bring the community together, and a testament to the resilience and strength of our community in the face of the overdose crisis.
 
Overdose can impact anyone, and it is essential to remember that we are stronger together. By coming together, we can support one another, share vital resources, and work towards meaningful policy reforms that can save lives.
Join us on August 28 to honor those we have lost, support those still fighting, and stand together as a community committed to change.
 
Let us remember the tenacity of our community and lean into the power that we can have when we work together. Your presence at this event can make a difference. Together, we can overcome the challenges posed by overdose and build a stronger, more supportive community for everyone.
 
We look forward to seeing you there. Together, we can make a difference.
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