Talking to Kids About Hard Things

Addiction

Updated August 6th, 2026


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Dad Pod Episode 23: Info for Caregivers about OPCs

Dan Castrigano chats about Overdose Prevention Centers (OPCs) with Bella Fearn. Bella is a member of the Vermont Harm Reduction Advocates and a community organizer with the BTV Clean Up Crew.

Dan and Bella discuss the current status of an Overdose Prevention Center in Vermont, services provided by OPCs, and the community impacts of OPCs. Dan and Bella also share age-appropriate language that Dads and all caregivers can use when talking about this topic with their children.

External Resources

Articles:

Sesame Street: Explaining Addiction