• Request a free training in English or Spanish
• Access training materials on our Naloxone Training Page
• View our Naloxone Administration Training Workbook

County Resource Cards

• Comprehensive resource guide for Rural Maricopa County, offering substance use treatment, opioid treatment, crisis hotlines, and community services tailored to specific areas like Buckeye, Wickenburg, and Gila Bend. Includes prevention programs, mental health support, and low-income assistance options.
• Comprehensive resource guide for Rural Pima County, offering substance use treatment, opioid treatment, crisis hotlines, and community services tailored to specific areas like Ajo, Arivaca, and Sells. Includes prevention programs, mental health support, and assistance for low-income individuals, with specific services such as naloxone distribution and access to peer-support warm lines. Find more information on resources and support options tailored for rural Pima County residents.
• Nitazenes: Overdose Risks & Harm Reduction, this resource that explains what nitazenes are, why they pose an extreme overdose risk, and how to recognize and respond to a nitazene-related overdose, including naloxone guidance and safety tips.
• OUD Resources for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) in Central Arizona, highlights available services for AI/AN communities, addressing opioid use disorder and behavioral health needs. It includes access to culturally relevant care, community prevention, and treatment programs offered by tribal and urban health centers. 

• OUD and Behavioral Health Services for American Indian/Alask (AI/AN) in Coconino County, address the disproportionate impact of overdose on AI/AN communities, this resource maps the full range of OUD, SUD, and behavioral health services across Coconino County. It offers an easy-to-use directory of tribal, federal, and rural health clinics providing treatment, prevention, peer support, and culturally rooted care.

Resources for Community Support and Overdose Prevention

• Polypharmacy in Older Adults is a quick-reference guide on polypharmacy in older adults, highlighting key risks such as drug interactions, cognitive impairment, and overdose, along with evidence-based prescribing and monitoring recommendations for healthcare providers
• Wellness Resources for Community Health Workers/Representatives offers self-care strategies for those who witness or respond to overdoses. It includes guidance on managing stress responses, building supportive networks, and accessing mental health support to promote resilience and well-being.
• Loneliness & Substance Use Disorders Toolkit for CHW/Rs, offering evidence-based insights on the loneliness–SUD connection, brief screening tools, and a ready-to-share directory of crisis lines, treatment services, and peer supports to help CHW/Rs intervene early and foster social connection. English Version. Spanish Version.
• Stimulants: Quick Reference for CHW/Rs equips frontline workers with a concise overview of stimulant substances, health effects, harm‑reduction strategies, and evidence‑based treatment pathways.
• Supporting Individuals Experiencing Perinatal Opioid Use Disorder resource equips CHW/Rs with practical, compassionate strategies to support people navigating opioid use during pregnancy and the first year postpartum. It outlines evidence-based approaches such as SBIRT, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and culturally responsive communication. The resource also highlights Arizona-specific laws, referral pathways, doula and mental health supports, and actionable steps aligned with CHW/R core competencies.
• Cochise County's Overdose Prevention Program provides vital resources, education, and support to reduce opioid-related harm and save lives.
• AHEAD offers a comprehensive directory of resources and tools to support health equity and address health disparities across Arizona. 

• Opioid Stewardship Program Site Implementation Guide, 18-month version. This is an implementation of the 2022 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain in emergency departments and acute care hospitals in rural Arizona.
  • English version
  • Spanish version
• For further reading on culturally and linguistically responsive approaches to substance use, pain, and opioid-related care, refer to the Annotated Bibliography: Pain and Addiction

• Request an OD2A-S CDC Prescribing Guidelines Training (free of cost)
• Arizona Department of Health Services, Clinical Guidelines & References - Opioid Prescribing Guidelines: A resource hub for clinicians, featuring clinical guidelines, references, and prescription guidelines to support healthcare providers in delivering evidence-based care.
• CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain: Explore comprehensive resources on the CDC’s 2022 Clinical Practice Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids. These resources offer evidence-based guidance for healthcare professionals to safely manage pain while minimizing the risks associated with opioid use.
  • CDC Clinical Guidance for Healthcare Providers
  • CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids (2022)
• Recorded Webinars
  • CDC Clinical Practice Opioid Guidelines for Pain with Dr. Mary Tulinnye
    • This training introduces the CDC Clinical Practice Guidelines for prescribing opioids for pain. Topics include an overview of the 12 recommendations for safe opioid prescribing and strategies to align with the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare’s 5 Health Equity priorities. It also helps Critical Access Hospitals meet Medicare Beneficiary Quality Improvement Project requirements, Medicare Promoting Interoperability, Safe Use of Opioids-Concurrent Prescribing, and Performance Improvement programs.
  • Treating Pain in Rural Healthcare with Dr. Zhanette Coffee
    • This training enhances equitable access to safe and effective pain management for rural patients while minimizing opioid-related risks. Learn to evaluate opioid and non-opioid treatments, implement whole-person care strategies, and align pain management with opioid safety measures.

• Recognition and Management of Opioid Overdose for Community Health Workers and Representatives naloxone training
• Rx Opioids CME course series

• Addressing Pain & Unhealthy Substance Use: Laws/ Policies, Healthcare Practice & Self-care.  Pain and unhealthy substance use continue to be urgent public health priorities. This four-part asynchronous learning activity provides learners with an overview of laws and policies caring for people who use drugs and/or are in recovery, best practices for clinical care, opportunities to practice information learned, and understanding the relevance of self-care as professionals. Duration: 3 hours. Available CE-3 credit hours: ArMA, CBRN, NASW, NCHEC, SHRM (Continuous Education Credit (CE) provided by: Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers).

2025 Arizona Center for Rural Health Webinars

• Overdose Recognition, Naloxone Administration and Us – Empowering Safety & Prevention: Training covers how to recognize the signs and symptoms of overdose, administer naloxone, and support the emotional wellbeing of those impacted. The session also emphasizes creating safe environments that promote overdose prevention and recovery.
• Overdose Prevention and Other State-Wide Resources: Arizona's Collaborative Response: Training highlights key non-Medicaid resources for SUD/OUD in Arizona, including statewide hotlines and county-specific options. It explores the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center’s opioid-related resources and best practices for disseminating information to increase public awareness and strengthen overdose response.

2026 Arizona Center for Rural Health Webinars

Coming Soon.

• ADHS Services Naloxone Resources: A comprehensive guide on Narcan (naloxone) for opioid overdose reversal, including access, training, and legal information
• Print a summary of the Good Samaritan Law in Arizona
• Check out the Opioid Resources for Providers Fact Sheet

• University of Arizona Pain and Addiction Education: Offers educational resources and training programs for healthcare providers, focusing on the intersection of pain management and addiction treatment.
• Arizona Center for Rural Health and the Comprehensive Center for Pain and Addiction Trainings: Trainings cover crucial topics such as opioid use disorder treatment, chronic pain management, integrated care models, and overdose prevention. The series includes specialized courses for healthcare providers, community health workers, and law enforcement, all aimed at enhancing knowledge and improving outcomes in pain and addiction treatment.
• Request naloxone training and supplies from Sonoran Prevention Works
• Check out state and local events listed on the AzCRH Calendar

1. AZ: Find AZ opioid use data
2. AZ: 2018 County Health Rankings Report
3. US Rural: 2018 USDA Rural America at a Glance
4. US: Search U.S. map for drug overdose deaths
5. US: Medicare Part D Opioid Prescribing Mapping Tool
6. US: Medicaid Opioid Prescribing Mapping Tool
7. US: Tackling the Opioid Crisis: What State Strategies are Working?

1. Opioid Epidemic Practical Toolkit: Helping Faith and Community Leaders Bring Hope and Healing to Our Communities
2. Construction Worker Opioid Misuse Prevention toolkit
3. Mental Health in Rural Communities Toolkit
4. Example from North Carolina: Project Lazarus Community Toolkit

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Find Help & Treatment Close to Home
A resource list for treatment in Cochise, Graham,
Santa Cruz & Pima Counties

Resources for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorders  - downloadable card of phone numbers giving first responders 24/7 access to opioid treatment providers in the area.

Getting Help for Opioid Misuse, Abuse or Dependence If you or someone you know is seeking help for opioid misuse, abuse or dependence, there are treatment options available in your area. (Maricopa, Yavapai, Gila, Mohave, Coconino, Apache, La Paz, Yuma, Pinal, Pima, Graham, Greenlee, Cochise or Santa Cruz Counties)

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Controlled Substance Prescription Monitoring Program Instructional Videos from The Arizona Board of Pharmacy

SAMHSA Handbook: Decisions in Recovery: Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

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• AZ-211
• SAMHSA Certified Opioid Treatment Program Locator
• Arizona Community Health Workers Association  
• Kratom: provides clear, evidence-based information on kratom’s effects, risks, and harm-reduction considerations, including guidance on recognizing adverse reactions. The resource also highlights naloxone use and Arizona-specific context to support safer responses in community and clinical settings.