A Project Renewal Narcan kit saved Tony’s life
Tony’s life changed when his daughter saved him with a Narcan overdose-reversal kit that he had received from Project Renewal.
Born into a stable family in Cuba, Tony started using drugs when he moved to the United States at the age of 12. He spent time on the streets, and his friendships and family life suffered due to his addiction.
When Tony overdosed on fentanyl in 2017, his daughter Gwendolyn was able to reverse his overdose with the Narcan kit he had received at Project Renewal. “It was a huge wake-up call for me,” he recalls.
Our staff save hundreds of lives by administering Narcan and providing comprehensive treatment, recovery, housing and employment programs that give New Yorkers like Tony long-term stability.
Following treatment and on-going counseling with Project Renewal, the father of three is now thriving. He’s over 23 months sober, he has a full-time job, and he’s even inspiring others as a motivational speaker.
“The Project Renewal staff saved my life,” Tony says. “Today, I’m living my life to the fullest.”
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