In a continued effort to save lives and strengthen community support for individuals impacted by substance use disorder, Emily’s Hope announced today the expansion of its Post-Overdose Response Team (PORT) into Yankton County. This expansion will ensure that every person who survives an overdose in the Yankton area has rapid, compassionate, and evidence-based support from the moment they return home.
“I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to partner with Emily’s Hope. This month, we were able to place our first Narcan Distribution Box at the entrance of the Emergency Department in order to put this life-saving medication in the hands of our community. This Post-Overdose Response Team (PORT) is yet another step in the right direction to provide quick and responsive care for patients who survive an overdose and are discharged home. There are very few communities that have this type of program, and I am very thankful to have PORT as an option for a dependable road to health and safety,” said Melanie Leise, Clinical Manager of Emergency and Trauma Services at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital.