MassLive recently published an educational article about the growing crisis of xylazine ("tranq") in the Massachusetts drug supply. It features Tapestry's own Liz Whynott discussing Tapestry's harm reduction and wound care services. Read more below.

Here’s how the Supreme Court’s abortion pill case could affect Massachusetts wgbh.org/news/health/20…

The Holyoke Syringe Access Program holds community syringe pick-ups on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (WEATHER PERMITTING)! All are welcome, must be 18+ to pick up syringes. Wear closed-toed shoes. There will be a brief training at 9:45 AM.

Join Tapestry Health’s Sustainer Circle and double your impact with our $10k matching challenge! Become a monthly or annual sustainer today and help us provide compassionate, judgment-free healthcare to all in Western, MA. #TapestryHealth

Please consider sharing the images below on your social media and tag your legislators! Tell your legislators to fully fund line item 4513-1005 in the FY25 budget! Don't know who to contact? Find your legislator here: malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyL… #FundTapestryHealth

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🌈 Celebrate Pride Month by honoring Robert Reardon! 🌟 As Program Director at Tapestry, Robert has dedicated 24 years to LGBTQ+ health care. Learn more in masslivenews article on the LGBTQ+ Leaders of MA here: okt.to/lnmwVu

Our offices will be closed in observance of the holiday, Thursday, 7/4/2024

“The passing of an overdose prevention center would allow agencies, places such as Tapestry, to provide everything that a person, who uses drugs, needs,” said Liz Whynott, director of harm reduction services at Tapestry Health. westernmassnews.com/2024/07/31/bil…

State Lawmakers Agree on Maternal Health Bill. "'This omnibus package is a powerful, multi-faceted approach to addressing our urgent maternal health crisis and racial inequities.'" - Emily Anesta, President of the Bay State Birth Coalition. wbur.org/.../maternal-h…

Maternal health bill passed on Beacon Hill could change the game ‘for generations’ wgbh.org/news/health/20…

Today at 6:00pm! Overdose Awareness Vigil: A Day of Hope and Remembrance at the Episcopal Church of Saint James and Andrew, Greenfield. Hosted by The Recover Project, this event will commemorate a loss by decorating a purple heart to be displayed as part of a public memorial ...

Today from 2:00pm-5:00pm!

Today from 6:00-8:30pm!

Northampton raises awareness for those affected by drug addiction and overdose. wwlp.com/news/local-new…

“There is a lot of evidence that shows syringe access programs have a tremendous benefit to the community including a decrease in syringes found in the street,” said Liz Whynott, Director of Harm Reduction at Tapestry Health. westernmassnews.com/2024/09/17/get…

Give the Heat! Donate cold-weather apparel and accessories so that we can help our participants stay warm! Items should be clean and in new or excellent condition only. Items needed: SOCKS WINTER HATS GLOVES BOOTS COATS SWEATERS SWEATPANTS SWEATSHIRTS/HOODIES SLEEPING BAGS ...

"Harm reduction advocates like [Kyle] Harrington [a Tapestry Harm Reduction Training Manager], urge people who use pills to engage in drug checking—a practice that allows people to see what substances are in their supply." masslive.com/news/2024/10/h…

Upcoming community events this week!:

Abortion rights are under threat, but Tapestry Health is stepping up. Hear CEO Mavis Nimoh share with WHMP how we’re working to ensure access to essential reproductive healthcare. Listen to the full conversation here: soundcloud.com/whmp/tapestry-…