Allen Public Health, Mental Health Board to offer text alerts

LIMA — The Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize and Hardin Counties announced a collaboration with Allen County Public Health to send text alerts for upcoming events, overdose spikes, resources, Narcan distribution, education and services for anyone who signs up by texting “START” to 888-701-ALRT (2578).

Anyone who signs up can set preferences and receive notifications for selected topics.