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Objective
The MySafe program provides pharmaceutical-grade opioids to participants via biometric dispensing machines. This study examines program-related goals and related outcomes across time.
Findings/Key points
Our findings highlight a strong desire among study participants to be separated from the unpredictable street-drug supply. Participants reported variable success attaining their stated goals. However, our results demonstrate the need for such programs to better attend to participant goals, especially those impacted by structural vulnerability, that can be supported with wrap-around social and health care supports.
Design/methods
Longitudinal, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 29 study participants at baseline and 1-year follow-up. Interviews covered program functionality, experiences, outcomes, and reasons for enrollment and engagement. Baseline and follow-up interviews were compared to explore changes over time, including the effectiveness of the MySafe program in supporting individuals' achievement of their stated goals.
