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Indiana Recovery Alliance: Advocating for Community Support

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SSP Outreach Hours & Locations

Open today

05:00 pm – 07:00 pm

Monday: Shalom Community Center - 620 S Walnut St. 12-2pm 

Tuesday: IRA Office - 1710 W. 3rd St. 5-7pm

Wednesday: IRA Office 12-2pm

Thursday: IRA Office 5-7pm

Friday: Shalom Community Center 1-3, (Pending 12-3pm)

Saturday: IRA Office 12-2pm

Sunday: IRA Office 5-7pm

About Indiana Recovery Alliance

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Our Story

The Indiana Recovery Alliance is a human rights advocacy organization that operates under the philosophy of compassionate accountability. Our goal is to educate the community and promote the health and dignity of individuals affected by substance use. We respectfully collaborate with people to assist in any positive change, as defined by them, starting from their individual circumstances without any biases or condemnation for their chosen lifestyle. Our efforts advance policies, practices, and programs that address the adverse effects of drug use, including overdose, HIV, viral hepatitis, chaotic drug use, and incarceration. Additionally, we support initiatives like the needle exchange Bloomington program and the needle exchange Bloomington Indiana, which we view as essential components of harm reduction strategies.

What is harm reduction?

Compassionate accountability emphasizes tolerance and respect for the personal choices of others, while upholding human rights in the face of substance use issues. It prioritizes evidence over anecdote, courage over cowardice, and a commitment to doing what is right. Our message is clear: 'We love you and respect your dignity as a human being.' This principle drives initiatives like the Evansville Recovery Alliance, which aims to protect individual and community health, even against opposition. Programs such as the needle exchange in Bloomington, Indiana, are prime examples of our dedication to addressing viral hepatitis and supporting recovery within the communities we serve.

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Research & Evidence

At the Indiana Recovery Alliance, our efforts are deeply informed by various studies and significant historical policy changes. We invite you to explore information about the historical and social importance of harm reduction and syringe service programs, which include insights into the needle exchange in Bloomington, Indiana, and its connection to broader recovery initiatives addressing substance use and viral hepatitis.

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Current Work

The Indiana Recovery Alliance provides a needs-based needle exchange in Bloomington, Indiana, facilitating essential services such as rapid HCV and HIV testing and linking individuals to treatment options. They offer both mobile and fixed-site services, along with crucial wound care and treatment solutions. Their street outreach initiatives thrive on strong mutual aid and community collaboration. Furthermore, the group therapy efforts administered by the recovery alliance focus on harm reduction and various pathways to recovery. Advocacy efforts are vital to their mission, aligning with broader initiatives that address substance use and combat Viral Hepatitis in Bloomington, Indiana.

Additional Hours & Events

04:30 - 06:00 p.m. on Wednesdays at the IRA Office (1710 W. 3rd Street).


Our Street Outreach team and coordinators go out multiple days a week to encampments in our community. While we are not able to offer syringes, we can supply necessities such as food and hygiene supplies, and clean drug-related supplies for those who use. If you are currently in an encampment that is not currently reached and are interested in receiving supplies, please contact our primary Street Outreach Coordinator, Lauren Dunkelbarger (812 320 -3228).


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