About us
About OD Free Marin
OD Free Marin is a community-based overdose prevention collaborative dedicated to saving lives and improving health outcomes across Marin County. For over a decade, individuals, organizations, and agencies from a wide range of sectors have united to address the overdose crisis through a coordinated, comprehensive, and equity-driven approach. We align our work with the California Department of Public Health to deliver innovative solutions that promote wellness and prevent overdose.
To explore our history, founders, key milestones, and accomplishments, please visit our History Timeline. To learn about ways to become involved, visit our Membership, Action Teams, and Volunteer pages.
Our Mission
OD Free Marin’s mission is to reverse the epidemic of drug overdoses in Marin County, working in collaboration with the community at large and innovating across sectors.
Our Operating Model
OD Free Marin functions as a collaborative effort led by the Marin County Department of Health & Human Services, Public Health Division. Our structure includes three Action Teams and an Advisory Committee, composed of community members and HHS staff who co-design and implement public health strategies. A Leadership Team—consisting of both Active Collaborative Members and HHS representatives—guides and supports the ongoing work of the Action Teams and Advisory Committee.
To learn more, explore OD Free Marin’s Guiding Charter.
Our Strategies
With a collective-impact approach, our work is aimed at ending overdoses and improving equitable health outcomes throughout Marin County. Our strategies are aligned with CDPH’s priorities, are data-driven, and evidence-based. Key initiatives include:
Prevention & Education
Prevent overdose deaths and risks associated with substance use with strategies such as
- Supporting prevention efforts in schools, community organizations, and county services
- Expanding public awareness of the overdose crisis and response strategies
- Reducing stigma around addiction, treatment, and recovery
- Promoting safe prescribing and drug disposal practices
- Enhancing overdose outbreak detection and response
INTERVENTION & Treatment
Manage and treat chronic pain and substance use disorder with strategies such as
- Raising awareness of alternative chronic pain management
- Promoting medication-assisted treatment for opioid and substance use disorders
- Expanding equitable access to treatment and referrals
- Supporting early intervention and follow up with individuals at high risk for overdose
RESOURCES & REFERRALS
Provide equitable access to resources and information across the County with strategies such as
- Expanding naloxone training, distribution, and access
- Promoting harm reduction resources and approaches
- Providing access to overdose data for tracking and measuring trends
- Making available maps, and tools to locate local services and support