Cochise Harm Reduction

05/31/2026

The twenty-third volume in our series of CHR Dialogue: Perspectives from the Field.
Featuring Dan Maldonado, CHR Kitchen Coordinator, and Jimbo Jordan, CHR’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year, in conversation with host and CHR Board Member Mike Thornton on KBRP Weekly Magazine .kbrp (original air date: November 28th, 2025).

In this episode, Dan talks honestly about what it feels like when people you know and care about are living outside—and when harm, illness, or loss inevitably happens. He reflects on the heartbreak and helplessness that can come with this work, and how building real, trusting relationships helps him keep showing up anyway.

Hear the full interview on our website:
https://cochiseharmreduction.org/press-appearance/vol-5-dan-jimbo-kbrp/

05/28/2026

05/25/2026

Our office is closed today, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. While we’re away recharging, please enjoy reading a book like Samuel 🤓

05/23/2026

Cochise Harm Reduction Impact Snapshot – April 2026

This was made possible by our community’s support. Here’s how we showed up last month:

Outreach Impact:
∙846 engagements
∙34 new participants welcomed
∙146 referrals to other services
∙2,701 basic needs kits distributed
∙1,456 total naloxone doses distributed
∙7 overdose reversals reported
∙34 overdose prevention trainings
∙2,100 syringes safely disposed

Peer Navigation Impact:
∙54 peer navigation engagements
∙63 peer navigation referrals
∙21 justice advocacy supports
∙7,200 lbs of pantry items distributed
∙1,545 meals served

Every number is a step toward a healthier, more connected community. Thank you for your help in making this possible! 💜

05/21/2026

CHR will be tabling at the Bisbee Community Market this Saturday from 9am-1pm at Vista Park in Bisbee! Come by for education, supplies, reverse yard sale, check out our new merch line, or just to say hi!

📍116 Vista Drive, Bisbee, AZ 85603

05/20/2026

Our amazing kitchen coordinator Dan and his team of talented volunteers create healthy, well rounded and gorgeous meals for our participants! Take a look at their creations from last week, May 11th-May 17th!

Tuesday: lasagna, sauteed herbed zuchini + yellow squash from The Local Co-Op , garlic bread, salad with local greens from Echoing Hope Ranch

Wednesday: pork carnitas, rice, beans, + tortilla, cucumber salad, fig bar from Douglas High Culinary

Friday: filet o'fish, tater tots, coleslaw, mixed veggies

05/19/2026

Thanks to a $10,000 grant from NASTAD , one of Cochise Harm Reduction’s longtime funders, we were able to invest in staff wellness and sustainability.

Between September 2025 and March 2026, 10 CHR staff members received therapeutic support through psychotherapy, acupuncture, chair massage, and ionic foot baths… many for the first time! We also hosted four in-office therapy days focused on healing, rest, and resilience.

In this line of work, self-care isn’t optional - it’s essential. We’re proud to support the wellbeing of the people who care for our community every day.

05/18/2026

The twenty-second volume in our series of CHR Dialogue: Perspectives from the Field.
Featuring Dan Maldonado, CHR Kitchen Coordinator, and Jimbo Jordan, CHR’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year, in conversation with host and CHR Board Member Mike Thornton on KBRP Weekly Magazine (original air date: November 28th, 2025).

Dan shares what it’s like delivering meals and supplies to encampments around Bisbee — especially during monsoon season, when life outside can quickly turn deadly. From water and tents to sleeping bags and community connection, Dan talks about CHR’s commitment to making sure no one is left behind, even in the toughest conditions.

Hear the full interview on our website:
https://cochiseharmreduction.org/press-appearance/vol-5-dan-jimbo-kbrp/

05/17/2026

CHR participant testimonial ❣

05/15/2026

Cochise Harm Reduction’s Executive Director, Lu Funk, was invited to speak at Arizona Complete Health's C3 Spring Event. Lu shared about CHR’s mobile harm reduction program in Cochise County and its focus on serving unsheltered folks. Thank you Arizona Complete Health for highlighting our work and continuing to be a strong partner for our work!