About Bridge Erie to Harm Reduction
Bridge Erie to Harm Reduction is a new learning collaborative designed to meet the evolving challenges of the drug and opioid epidemics. Replacing the Erie County Overdose Prevention Task Force after nearly a decade of service, this initiative represents a renewed commitment to saving lives and supporting communities.
This new model for collaboration and coordination will be driven by local and national data and trends. Bridge Erie to Harm Reduction will focus on reducing overdose risk, connecting people who use drugs to care, expanding public education, and building infrastructure across the continuum of prevention, treatment, and recovery. The program emphasizes equity and the inclusion of voices with lived and living experience.

Contact
Phone: (716) 858-2958
Email: bridgeerietoharmreduction@erie.gov
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Related Information and Resources
Meetings and Presentations
For details on previous meetings, please visit the Bridge Erie Meeting Archive Page.
Upcoming Meetings
Meetings are typically held online on the last Thursday of every month from 12pm-1:30pm (excluding holidays). In addition to an overview of local overdose data and trends with Data Analyst Jason Meurlin, guest speakers and interested community members are invited to participate.
August Session: Parkview Pharmacy and Community Wellness Works
LaTeesha McElrath is the Founder and Executive Director of Community Wellness Works Giving, Inc. and Founder of Community Wellness Works, LLC. This session will explore how trusted community partnerships can improve access to healthcare for underserved populations.
Justin Waclawek, PharmD, Chief Operating Officer and Kevin O’Leary, VP of Strategi Expansion/Trade Relations with Parkview Pharmacy is pleased to present to the group and share how our organization continues to support individuals, providers, and communities through specialized pharmacy services.
Jason Meurlin, Data Analyst Erie County Office of Harm Reduction with local overdose data & substance use trends.
Date and Time: August 27th, 2026 12pm-1:30pm