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Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Medication-Assisted Treatment, or (MAT) is an evidence-based approach to treating opioid use disorder (OUD). It involves FDA-approved medication, along with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a comprehensive treatment approach for individuals struggling with dependency.
Key Components of MAT
Medication
Buprenorphine is the medication that the program uses to help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid use disorder.
Support
Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a crucial role as navigators through connecting individuals with OUD to resources and support services within their community.
Counseling
Counseling and behavioral therapy are essential components — they help individuals address the underlying causes of their dependency, develop coping skills, and make positive lifestyle changes.
Medical Oversight
Medical professionals provide medical oversight and prescribe Buprenorphine — they monitor patients’ progress, adjust medication dosage, and ensure the safety and effectiveness of treatment.
Benefits of MAT
Improved retention in treatment program
Reduced cravings and withdrawal symptoms
Increased ability to focus on recovery and rebuild
Lower rates of relapse and re-hospitalization
Getting Started with MAT
Frequently Asked Questions
MAT medications can have side effects, typically mild compared to risks associated with ongoing opioid use. Common side effects may include nausea, constipation, or sleep disturbances.
MAT has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of relapse and overdose. It helps individuals stay engaged in treatment and provides a buffer against cravings and withdrawals.
Counseling or therapy is a crucial component of MAT. It helps individuals address the psychological aspects of addiction, learn coping skills, and make behavioral changes that support recovery.
Many insurance plans, including Medicaid, cover MAT. Coverage can vary, so it is essential to check with your insurance provider or treatment facility for specific details. We can provide insurance assistance at the providers’ offices.
MAT is typically recommended for individuals experiencing opioid use disorder (OUD), including those addicted to prescription opioids or synthetic opioids like fentanyl.
The duration of MAT varies from person to person. Some may benefit from short-term MAT to manage withdrawal, while others may need long-term maintenance treatment. The decision should be based on individual needs and recovery progress.
Narcan Training
Opioid Overdose Response Training
Opioid pain relievers are incredibly powerful and are useful but also very dangerous when misused.
Naloxone Saves Lives
Naloxone (Narcan) Nasal Spray is a non-dependent, non-psychoactive substance that blocks the effect of opioids on the brain.
- Temporarily reverses the effect of an opioid overdose.
- NO effect if given to a person who has not used opioids.
- Works quick (>5) minutes but wears off quick (30-45mins.)
What is an Opioid Overdose Response Training?
Learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose.
What does the training cover?
- What are Opioids
- Painkillers & Narcotics
- What is Naloxone
- Steps to Administer Naloxone
- Bystander Protection
How long is the training?
The training is approximately 45 minutes to an hour long.
What do I get after the training?
A FREE Narcan (Naloxone) kit will be provided to anyone who attends the entirety of the training.
Opioid Overdose Response Training
San Bernardino County
Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree, Twentynine Palms
Contact
Carrie Kish
(951) 542-1461
carrie@we-reachout.org
Riverside County
Jurupa Valley, Perris, Desert Hot Springs
Contact
Orlando Anaya
(951) 297-3379
orlando@we-reachout.org
Jurupa Valley Youth United
Jurupa Valley Youth United
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Community Members
What we Provide
Youth leadership development
Healthy Jurupa Valley’s Youth United Group (JYU) aims to bring youth together to work on preventative activities in their local community. This group is designed to empower youth to ignite change, create activities, and influence policies to reduce youth substance abuse, bringing greater health, safety and quality of life to everyone in the community. Youth volunteers are responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction in facilitating and implementing objectives of the team. JYU strives to build healthy and equitable communities through purposeful social advocacy and community engagement.
Healthy Jurupa Valley (HJV)
Community Health & Safety
Healthy Jurupa Valley
Healthy Jurupa Valley (HJV) is part of a global movement of healthy city initiatives that work to improve the health and quality of life of all residents. Healthy Jurupa Valley is a public/private partnership between the City of Jurupa Valley and the nonprofit agency Reach Out. Our mission is to inspire residents to ignite change, bringing greater health, safety, and quality of life to everyone in the city.
Our Action Teams
Healthy Jurupa Valley’s work is accomplished through Action Teams. Each Action Team is co-chaired by volunteer leaders from our community and is focused on goals set by community members, for community members.
Healthy Jurupa Valley Collaborative Meeting
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The monthly Healthy Jurupa Valley Collaborative meeting provides a space for the five (5) action teams to report the status of their current projects to community members. The meeting provides community members, partners, and stakeholders the opportunity to learn, network, and connect with the Jurupa Valley community. The meeting is open to all and provides a place to collaborate and inspire change in Jurupa Valley.
When: Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Where: 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste. F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
Hope to see you at our future meetings!
Gardens & Markets
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
Co-chairs: Pat Taylor and Pam Oneal
Mission: Striving to provide increased access to healthy food by connecting our community to food’s earthy origin.
Goals:
- By June 2024, partner with local organizations to plan and host a sustainability community event in Jurupa Valley.
- By June 2024, work with two Jurupa Valley schools to help create, revitalize, and/or improve school gardens.
Want to get involved?
When: Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Where: 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste. F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
Projects:
Adventure Garden
In partnership with the Louis Robidoux Library, the Gardens & Markets action team created the Adventure Garden. Located behind the Robidoux Library, this new community green space provides the Jurupa Valley community a place to incorporate more physical activity into their day-to-day life. The garden offers a variety of activity and learning options for the whole family, including:
- Physical activity stencils along the walkway.
- Early learning prompts along the walkway.
- “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” story painted along the walkway.
- Garden beds with a variety of plants and herbs.
- Butterfly garden that attracts various butterfly species throughout the year.
The action team hosts a clean-up of the Adventure Garden every two months to keep the space as accessible as possible to the community.
Want to volunteer? Contact joaleen@we-reachout.org.
School Gardens
Interested in creating a garden at your school? The Gardens & Markets team has experience in creating small gardens at local schools. This action team has created gardens at the following locations:
- Ina Arbuckle Elementary School
- YMCA Youth Center at Jurupa Valley
- Sunnyslope Elementary School
- Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center
Team CREATE
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
Chair: Emilee Fox
Mission: Inspire, develop, and enhance equitable opportunities that unify the communities of Jurupa Valley through artistic, creative, and recreational activities.
When: Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Goals:
- Host an event that directly engages local artists and the community by June 30, 2024
- Conduct two school or community beautification projects by June 30, 2024.
Beautification Projects
Our school beautification projects are only possible with the help of generous volunteers. We are not professional artists, but we believe art is an integral part of the human experience that can change perception, attitude, and culture. We love working with our local schools to bring art, fun, and color to their campuses. We’d love to bring these things to your campus! VIEW VIDEO HERE
The Jurupa Valley Reads program promotes authors and increases community engagement with little free libraries throughout the City of Jurupa Valley! We seek out local authors who would love to read their books to Jurupa Valley residents! Due to COVID19, our efforts have been moved to digital, available for everyone to enjoy! If you’d like to learn about this project and future projects from the Arts & Recreation Action Team, and how you can get involved, please get in contact with us. We’d love your participation, especially if you would like to read! VIEW VIDEO HERE
Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota. The mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Libraries. Three Little Free Libraries (LFL) have been distributed for community members. VIEW VIDEO HERE
Story Walk Events
Healthy Jurupa Valley hosts annual StoryWalk® event at the Adventure Garden to support local authors and promote literacy, reading, and exercise. StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children’s book are attached to wooden stakes, which are installed along an outdoor path. As you stroll down the trail, you’re directed to the next page in the story. Our StoryWalk® events provide a space for families to come together, enjoy reading activities, and meet local authors.
Community Prosperity
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
Chair: Delia Zapien
Mission: Building a supportive and viable environment for business and entrepreneurship and building strength and prosperity in families.
When: Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Where: 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste. F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
Goals:
- By June 2024, host quarterly workshops to help build business’ marketing strategies and residents financial literacy.
- Create opportunities for residents to gain workforce-related skills, and connect with local employers to find employment, by June 2024.
Objective 1: Conduct the annual Small Business Summit & Expo in support of the city of Jurupa Valley’s small business owners to inspire them to grow.
Objective 2: Host bi-annual events to encourage recognition of small businesses within the community to increase community support to local businesses.
The Community Prosperity Action Team centers on local small business in Jurupa Valley. During these meetings, team members strategize to reach out to local business owners to become involved in their community and assist them on promoting their services to remind residents to shop locally.
Current Projects:
Professional and Career Building Workshops
The Community Prosperity team hosts various professional and career building workshops throughout the year. The goal is to equip Jurupa Valley residents with the skills and tools necessary to find local, fulfilling employment. Topics covered include resume building, interview skills, career search, and basic computer literacy.
The Community Prosperity team aims to work with local organizations and small businesses to connect local employers with job-seeking residents.
Financial Literacy and Small Business Support
The Community Prosperity team aims to educate residents on topics of financial literacy such as basic banking, savings, and living trusts. The goal is to help community members learn skills to be financially well enough to shop local and support small businesses.
The Community Prosperity team connects with small businesses on topics of marketing, branding, and local outreach. The goal is to build small businesses capacity to reach residents looking to support local businesses.
Past Projects:
Fernando Perez, Car Wash Operator and owner of Opal Car Wash is the chair of Community Prosperity, who hosted two events to engage local businesses in their community. These family friendly community events were filled with fun activities and opened an opportunity for residents to connect with Jurupa Valley’s businesses.
For additional information please contact elvira@we-reachout.org.
Safety and Readiness
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
Chair: Vacant
Mission: Engaging the community with resources, education, and information on safety and emergency preparedness.
Want to get involved?
When: Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Where: 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste. F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
Goals:
- By June 2024, create and/or promote a minimum of two safety campaigns regarding alternative commuting methods.
- By June 2024, host seasonal disaster readiness workshops.
Objective 1 – Promote safety in our community with two safety campaigns such as safe driving, violence prevention, and emergency planning.
Objective 2 – Increase core membership of youth participating in drug prevention strategies by conducting outreach to all four high schools and reaching at least 50 students.
The Safety and Readiness (SAR) team focuses on addressing safety issues among all communities in Jurupa Valley. These issues may vary from substance misuse to reckless driving. Our SAR team has facilitated Opioid Trainings and promoted the Safe Driving Campaign. The Opioid Trainings prepare individuals to be perceptive of an opioid overdose and how to administer a nasal opioid antigen (Narcan/Naloxone). The SAR team has presented and will continue to work closely with Rubidoux High School in opioid overdose training.
Jurupa Youth United
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Youth
Chair:
Mission:
Want to get involved?
Goals:
- By June 2024, support homeless youth by increasing access to basic need resources and services.
- By June 2024, partner with local organizations to help clean city parks and maintain local green spaces.
Jurupa Youth United (JYU) is a youth group created from the partnership between Safety and Readiness and Cal Baptist University’s Drug Free Communities Program. JYU strives to build healthy and equitable communities through purposeful social advocacy and community engagement. JYU youth have supported:
- Minor decoy operations
- Sticker Shock campaigns
- Large-scale Reach Out community events (i.e. Dia de Los Muertos Jurupa Valley and Skate Thru Summer)
- Community garden and city-wide clean-up efforts.
- Riverside County policy work with the Tobacco Free Project.
Interested in joining? Contact orlando@we-reachout.org or joaleen@we-reachout.org.
Jurupa Valley Leaders in Action
Service Area
Jurupa Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
Chair: Lucero Martinez
Mission: Equip Jurupa Valley community members with the knowledge and resources available in their communities.
Want to get involved?
When: Graduated leaders meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Time: 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Where: 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste. F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
Goals:
- Implementation of the Fifth Leadership Academy cohort supported by graduated leaders by June 2024.
- By June 2024, create and support quarterly campaigns for health issues that raise awareness, promote healthy behaviors, and increase access to resources for residents.
Join the Jurupa Valley Leadership Academy by participating in a free 10-week program. During the 10 weeks you will learn communication skills and obtain different information and resources to become an advocate in your community. This program is open to all Jurupa Valley residents interested in becoming leaders and participating in the outreach work of Reach Out. You will obtain information and resources available in your community by attending the monthly action team meetings.
Meetings are held in person monthly. If you are interested in being part of the Jurupa Valley Leadership Academy or would like more information, please contact Jesus Gomez-Manzo at jesus@we-reachout.org or call 909.245.1156.
Current Projects:
Jurupa Valley Leadership Academy
Quarterly Health Campaigns
- The JV Leaders in Action identify and build a campaign around a health topic each quarter. Health campaigns the leaders have supported include an Ovarian Cancer Awareness Walk, Day of Giving, Free Food Distribution, Kaiser nutrition education, and Opioid Use prevention.
Capacity Building
- After graduating from the Leadership Academy, leaders meet monthly to continue building their capacity as community leaders. The monthly meetings introduce the leaders to new resources and organizations while also providing them tools to grow professionally and personally.
Want to share your resources with the leaders? Contact maria@we-reachout.org.
Youth Leadership Academy
Youth Leadership Academy
Service Area
Riverside County & San Bernardino County
Who We Serve
Youth
What we Provide
Restorative Justice
Interested in this program?
The Leadership Academy offers the opportunity for leaders to learn important resources to share with friends, family, and the community. The program is a ten-week course that allows leaders to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to be great leaders and advocates within their community.Youth Leaders attend eight direct-education modules on leadership-related subjects such as Communication Skills, Cultural Competency, Substance Use Prevention, Self-Care, and Advocacy
Nexus
Nexus
Metro Nexus
Service Area
Fontana, Rialto, Colton, Redlands, San Bernardino City, Loma Linda, and Yucaipa
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The purpose of the San Bernardino Metro Nexus Group is to convene key partners from education, business, community, public sector and funders who have an interest in the San Bernardino region to address healthcare workforce pipeline needs, break down barriers for local students to enter the health career pipeline and expand opportunities in health career education pathways and college for local students. The group is focused on increasing opportunity for local under-served and/or under-represented minority students.
When:
January 26th 3:00-4:30pm
East/West Nexus
Service Area
Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair, Upland, Claremont, Pomona, and La Verne
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The purpose of the WE (West end of San Bernardino/East end of Los Angeles counties) Health Professions Nexus group is to network and engage area health-focused business, schools and partners to support health pathway development and increase the number of K-10 students participating in work-based learning opportunities.
5 Identified Gaps In Current Pathway Programs:
- Lack of middle school involvement in career pathways
- Insufficient pathway marketing which would allow students, parents, and businesses to meaningfully collaborate, strengthen, and help develop these programs.
- Inadequate connections between elementary, middle schools and community colleges to create seamless healthcare pipelines.
- Lack of student awareness around lesser known, high demand health professions in the Inland Region.
- Lack of connection between healthcare pipeline students and area employers resulting in a need for work-based learning opportunities.
When: January 26, 2021 from 3:00-4:30pm
Riverside Regional Nexus
Service Area
Moreno Valley, Jurupa Valley, Corona, Norco, Perris, and Riverside
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The purpose of the Riverside Regional Nexus (RRN) is to support the development of a diverse health workforce pipeline. This Nexus group will focus on the growth of the health pipeline programs for the Corona, Jurua Valley, Moreno Valley, Norco and Riverside area.
When:
January 26, 2021 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Innovation Valley Nexus
Service Area
Temecula, Murrieta, Hemet, Wildomar
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The purpose of the Innovation Valley Nexus is to connect education, community and innovation in the investment of the healthcare industry.
When:
January 26, 2021 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Health Professions Conference
Health Professions Conference
The Health Professions Conference is an annual event that provides high school students in the Inland Southern California Region the opportunity to explore health careers through keynote presenters and interactive workshops. Students learn about the health workforce needs of the Inland Empire, diverse career options, and what they can do now to prepare for a future in health care.
Inspiring New Pathways in Healthcare Careers
87% of student attendees reported they learned about a healthcare career they were not familiar with after attending.
57% of student attendees found that their career goals were clearer than before attending the conference.
54% of student attendees reported being interested in a healthcare career they had not considered before.
February 13, 2025
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
California State University, San Bernardino
Dear Teachers & Students,
Through this experience, students develop an enhanced understanding of in-demand healthcare specializations and accumulate the knowledge needed to pursue a career in the healthcare industry! The HPC continues to build San Bernardino and Riverside Counties’ future health workforce.
"I've always known that I wanted to be in the medical field, specifically some pediatrics, so this seminar just confirmed my thoughts about the future!"
— Health Professions Conference Student
Community Health Workers
Community Health Workers
Service Area
Riverside & San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Community members
What we Provide
Class training, field experience, and certification in community health
Community Health Workers Help Build Healthy Communities
Reach Out’s Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Apprenticeship programs prepare individuals to become the bridge between the healthcare system and the community in an effort to address health disparities and social determinants of health, which collectively influence the health outcomes of the population. In association with Victor Valley College and the Local Apprenticeships Uniting a Network of Colleges and High Schools (LAUNCH) network, participants learn a high level skill set to become Certified CHW Professionals.
Advanced Training
Training Community Health Workers in substance use education yields multifaceted benefits. By harnessing their influence and knowledge, we create a cost-effective, grassroots approach that not only prevents and addresses substance use disorders, but also fosters a culture of informed decision-making, compassion, and improved overall community well-being. These empowered frontline advocates become equipped to:
- Raise awareness about substance misuse risks
- Offer culturally sensitive interventions
- Identify early signs of addiction
Now Recruiting!
Classes will be held in person Mondays & Fridays from 9 – 11 am
*Must have a CHW certificate*
The Road to Become a Community Health Worker
Community Health Workers
Through the CHW curriculum, participants are able to learn about advocacy skills, service coordination, research and evaluation, public health topics and more! CHWs are in high demand to help their communities grow healthier and stronger!
AmeriCorps-CHW
The AmeriCorps Program offers additional opportunities with public health training provided by the CDC. Participants will become members within the AmeriCorps network which is nationally recognized and provides direct access to opportunities nationwide after completing one service year at Reach Out!
Promotores de Salud- CHW
Promotores de Salud (CHWs) are lay members of the community who work in association with local health care systems, academic institutions, health departments, and community-based organizations — their primary function is to serve as liaisons between the community and the health care system!
Contact Us
CHW General Training
Saniyyah Thomas
Outreach Specialist
saniyyah@we-reachout.org
CHW General Training
Irina Danova
Outreach Specialist
irina@we-reachout.org
AmeriCorps CHW
Jennifer Anderson
Program Coordinator
jennifer@we-reachout.org
Steven Hardacre
Program Manager
steven.hardacre@we-reachout.org
Shermineh Davari, Ph.D
Director
shermineh@we-reachout.org
Shawna Pope
Program Support Specialist
shawna@we-reachout.org
Youth Advocates for Health Access
Youth Advocates for Health Access
Service Area
Riverside and San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Youth Ages 14-18
What we Provide
Learning opportunities for youth interested in a career in healthcare fields.
The Youth Advocates for Health Access (YAHA) program is a 40-hour internship designed for young adults ages 14 to 18 years of age.
YAHA provides learning opportunities for young adults looking to explore various healthcare fields, while preparing them to become workforce ready.
Interested in this program?
900+ Hours of Service (2021-2022 fiscal year)
Work-based learning
Work-based Learning
Service Area
School Districts in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Health pathway students from
6th to 12th grade
What we Provide
Health focused internships, career speakers, site visits, and trainings
Reach Out’s Healthcare Work Based Learning program actively enhances education efforts by collaborating with junior high and high school students. The program allows students to exemplify their analytical, oral, written, and other essential skills in a professional setting. The WBL model expands upon key core competencies that employers seek in future employees through four unique stages: Awareness, Exposure, Preparation, and Training.
Reach Out teams up with school districts to address the unique needs of their student population. Experiential learning opportunities are then facilitated as staff connects the current healthcare workforce to students in the Inland Southern California Region. WBL programs last for the duration of the school year and are customized to meet each school’s unique needs.
CONTACT
IHPC@we-reachout.org
Miguel Olaez – Program Manager
Miguel.olaez@we-reachout.org
Argelia Ayala – Outreach Specialist
Argelia@we-reachout.org
17 school districts in Riverside and San Bernardino counties have implemented WBL programs in school
20,000 students have been impacted by Reach Out's Healthcare WBL programs
See our youth empowered
