Greencastle now has two NaloxBoxes.

The newest box is located at Robe Ann Park in Greencastle, near the entrance, at the main park storage building. The box was officially installed Thursday, March 31.

After Sheila Holloway and the Putnam County Recovery Coalition worked to get the first box installed at the Putnam County Public Library, they continued their efforts and successfully installed the second one at Robe Ann. The coalition still plans on installing another NaloxBox in Cloverdale, although that time has not been scheduled yet.

Naloxone, also referred to as Narcan, is a medication that can reverse an overdose by opioids and even prescription medications. It works by blocking the toxic effects of the overdose when given to a person showing signs of overdosing. In many cases, it is the difference between life and death.

The boxes are provided at no cost to the host and each unit will contain six to eight doses of naloxone, instructions for use, and treatment referral cards. Steps to use the medication are described as easy to understand and follow. However, educational seminar times and locations are currently being discussed. Educational seminars would include information on how to administer the medication, but also the signs to look for in case of an overdose.