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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · 19h

Ven al Love Lot en Prevention Point (2910 Ruth St) el miércoles, 15 de oct, 11 am - 12 pm para hacerte la prueba de VIH GRATIS, diseñada para la comunidad latina.
Como agradecimiento por darle prioridad a tu salud, ¡también recibirás una tarjeta de regalo de $10 de McDonald’s!
¡Te esperamos!

Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · 5d

At Prevention Point's Recover & Thrive event on September 25th, we presented our second annual zine!

All the content—which includes artwork, poetry, and essays—was contributed by current and former participants as well as staff.

View the full zine on our blog: ppponline.org/blog/partici...

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · 10d

Thanks @inquirer.com for spotlighting our work in Kensington. The story highlights our dedication to providing life-saving resources, medical care, and essential support to those in need. Read the full piece linked below.

Prevention Point celebrates National Recovery Month, despite threats to its funding

The Kensington nonprofit has come under scrutiny for its harm reduction practices.

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · 29d

Legal issues create significant barriers to health. Our recent project, in partnership with the @phillydefenders.bsky.social, brought on-site legal services to our Kensington location. We're now committed to making this a permanent part of our comprehensive care. Read our blog for the full story:

Expanding Care Through Legal Advocacy | Prevention Point

At Prevention Point Philadelphia, we believe in a low barrier, person-centered approach, which means addressing all the factors that impact a person's health and well-being—and

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Sep 5

LeeAnn found a path to healing with Prevention Point Philadelphia. Now, just 9 months after starting recovery she's is managing that recovery house and rebuilding her life.

Read LeeAnn's Sunshine Story: ppponline.org/blog/leeanns...

#RecoveryIsPossible #NationalRecoveryMonth

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Aug 4

The smiles say it all! Our Back-to-School Giveaway this weekend was a huge success!
Thanks to our amazing community, we equipped so many kids with backpacks, composition notebooks, folders, crayons, pencils, and more! We loved seeing everyone enjoy the face painting, games, and community fun!

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 25

Larry Colon's "Sunshine Story" is a powerful read as World Hepatitis Awareness Day approaches! He found Hep C treatment & family at Prevention Point Philly. Vital community support in action. FREE testing Mon, July 28th! ppponline.org/blog/larrys-...

Larry’s Sunshine Story: Strength for the Future | Prevention Point

Larry Colon was seven years old when he started smoking pot with his family because “they thought it was cute

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 25

July 24th is International Self-Care Day! No matter where you are in your journey with substance use, HIV, and/or recovery, you deserve to be treated with compassion and respect—by both others and yourself. Self-care is not selfish.

#harmreduction #selfcare #internationalselfcareday

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 18

The July 'To The Point' newsletter is out! This month, we explore Pathways to Recovery – focusing on how Prevention Point Philadelphia meets people where they are, offering unique support for every journey.
Read it now: mailchi.mp/ppponline/to...
Subscribe: eepurl.com/h7AaaL

To The Point: July 2025

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 16

PPP is hosting our annual Back-to-School Giveaway on Saturday, August 2nd! To make this giveaway possible, we ask our community for support!

We've set up an Amazon Wish List (linked below) to make donating easy. The deadline for orders is July 20.

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 7

Today is a Defender Day at
our Love Lot!

-Don’t know your next court date?
-Don’t know who your attorney is?
-Have an active warrant?

These questions and more are addressed by
Defender Association of Philadelphia today at PPP!

#legalaid #phillydefenders #legaladvocacy

Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jul 2

4 years of Beacon House! 🎉 Prevention Point's Beacon House offers 60+ emergency beds & on-site case management to help residents on their journey to recovery. We assist with housing, IDs, healthcare & more. Read Jackie's "Sunshine Story" here: ppponline.org/blog/jackies-sunshine-story-worthy-love

Jackie’s Sunshine Story: Worthy of Love | Prevention Point

Portrait of Jackie: Kit Ramsey

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 16

🎉 We're excited to announce Prevention Point Philadelphia will be at Philadelphia's Juneteenth event! 🎉

We look forward to connecting with the community! #JuneteenthPHL #PreventionPointPhilly #HarmReduction #CommunityHealth #Philadelphia

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 13

What an inspiring day at the Love Lot on Wednesday! ✨ We celebrated the dedication of "The Point of Reciprocation," a beautiful new mural by local artist Paula Rivera Calderón embodying the spirit of reciprocity and care that thrives in Kensington. Thank you to all who made this project possible!

Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 10

This Wednesday! Join Prevention Point Philadelphia in our Love Lot for our Mural Dedication event! Thanks to Mural Arts Philadelphia, DBHIDS, and our talented freelance artist Paula Rivera Calderón for coming together to create a stunning new mural.

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 6

Mark your calendars for another June event in our Love Lot! 🗓 National HIV Testing Day is on Wednesday, June 18, and Prevention Point is hosting a special HIV testing event from 12 to 2pm!

We encourage EVERYONE to get tested, know your status, and know your prevention and treatment options.

Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 5

Wednesday, June 11th, from 11 AM - 12 PM, join us in
our Love Lot to celebrate a wonderful collaboration
and experience the latest art at our official Mural
Dedication event!

#thelovelot #artheals #phillylove #kensingtonphilly
#phillyartists #localartists #phillymurals

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · Jun 2

Happy Pride Month! Prevention Point strives to be a safe and affirming space where all individuals feel respected and empowered to prioritize their well-being. Your identity is valued, and you are always welcome here!

A rainbow background with a transparent Prevention Point "P" over it featuring text that reads "Prevention Point Philadelphia serves our community with PRIDE. All are welcome, affirmed, and cared for here."

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 31

Prevention Point will represent at Philly Pride on Sunday! Find our table for overdose prevention supplies, safer sex supplies, & other harm reduction resources! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💕🌈

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 31

Philly's 7% decrease in overdose deaths in 2023 is not equally distributed — there was a 15% decrease in overdose deaths among White people, a 5% decrease among Black people, and a 2% increase among Hispanic people.
metrophiladelphia.com/overdose-dea...

Report: Fatal overdoses down in Philly, but fentanyl and xylazine deaths surge – Metro Philadelphia

Fatal overdoses across Philadelphia have dropped in recent years, however, stimulant-involved deaths are on the rise.

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 29

It’s the last Thursday of the month which means Alston & team are distributing groceries to 75 nearby families in Kensington. PPP knows that food insecurity is a huge issue in our community. Thanks to Amira, Alston, & Fishtown Grocery Outlet for coordinating this effort every month!

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 29

If you’re on Monmouth & Kensington, look up! We just installed new banners on our Monmouth-facing wall. Designed by local artist Lisa Kelley, the artwork reflects the stained glass windows located throughout our building. We’re always looking for ways to brighten our corner of Kensington.

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 24

Reminder that PPP services are closed this Monday in observance of Memorial Day with the exceptions of Beacon House and Homeless Outreach. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!

Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 23

As Director of Prevention Services & Harm Reduction, Larry Anderson supervises the syringe service & overdose prevention programs. We spoke w/him about the latest & most prominent contaminant in the drug supply—medetomidine—& how it’s affecting his team’s crucial work. ppponline.org/blog/overdos...

Overdose Response Amidst an Ever-Changing Drug Supply: Larry Anderson on medetomidine | Prevention Point

Larry Anderson’s team

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Prevention Point Philadelphia @ppponline.org · May 22

Don't miss this beautifully written piece by Theo Fountain: former PPP participant, survivor, & writer. After tragically losing her son to overdose in 2019, Kate Kimbel & Mike Swift—a friend of her late son & an overdose survivor—develop a healing, empathetic bond. www.inquirer.com/opinion/comm...

After an overdose death, a friendship is forged in shared grief and a mutual search for meaning | Opinion

Kate Kimbel lost her oldest boy to an overdose in April 2019. In the years since, she and a friend of her late son — who himself survived an overdose — have built a supportive and empathetic bond.

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