Services Database Needle & Syringe Exchange (Kirklees Area)

Service ID

44699

Description

The pharmacy will provide access, as specified by the Commissioner who will contract supply the sterile needles and syringes and other such paraphernalia deemed of benefit, and sharps containers for return of used equipment.

The pharmacy will provide access, as specified by the DAAT/PCT who will contract supply the sterile needles and syringes and other such paraphernalia deemed of benefit, and sharps containers for return of used equipment.

The pharmacy will provide support and advice to the user, including referral to other health and social care professionals and specialist drug and alcohol treatment services where appropriate.

Location of service

West Yorkshire LPC

Commissioner

Local Authority (LA)

Method of commissioning

Local Authority contract

Source of funding

Local Authority (LA)

Service type

Needle & syringe programme

Other organisations involved

Dates

Start date:
End date:

Status

Ongoing

Training

The pharmacy team must participates in the annual training event organised by the Commissioner.

Comments

This service is available in the Kirklees area only.