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PHS - Mobile Needle Exchange

Offered by PHS Community Services Society

Website checked March 2026

In short

The PHS began operating the Mobile Needle Exchange in May of 2011, which aims to reduce the spread of HIV, HCV, and other illnesses by bringing harm reduction materials to people wherever they are, be that shelters, homes, apartments, or beneath the overpass.

Who it is for
Adults, Women, Men; Women, Men
What it helps with
Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Medical care, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, Making my own choices, A fresh start
Where
We Operate A Hotline (604.657.6561) And An Email Account (Needlevan@Phs.Ca) That Anyone In The City Can Contact For Our Services, Vancouver, BC
Last verified
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About this service

The PHS began operating the Mobile Needle Exchange in May of 2011, which aims to reduce the spread of HIV, HCV, and other illnesses by bringing harm reduction materials to people wherever they are, be that shelters, homes, apartments, or beneath the overpass. We aim to bring the sense of community and care that is found in the DTES to the other areas of the city, and provide thousands of referrals to health care, detox, treatment and other services per year.

Who can use it?

Anyone requiring harm reduction supplies and services

How do I get in touch?

Call (604) 657-6561, or use the website.

Phone
(604) 657-6561
Website
https://www.phs.ca/

Listed in Vancouver, British Columbia.

We Operate A Hotline (604.657.6561) And An Email Account (Needlevan@Phs.Ca) That Anyone In The City Can Contact For Our Services, Vancouver, BC

We Operate A Hotline (604.657.6561) And An Email Account (Needlevan@Phs.Ca) That Anyone In The City Can Contact For Our Services, Vancouver, BCVancouver, British Columbia

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