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WHAT IS HAMS?

HAMS is the pioneer alcohol harm reduction support group. The acronym HAMS stands for Harm reduction, Abstinence, and Moderation Support. HAMS is a free of charge peer-led support group for people who wish to reduce the harm in their lives associated with the use alcohol or other mood altering substances. HAMS Harm Reduction strategies are defined in the 14 elements of HAMS. HAMS offers support via a chat room, an email group, and live meetings.

HAMS supports every positive change. Whether your goal is safer use, reduced use, abstinence, or moderate use within specified guidelines, you will find a safe and supportive environment here. If you want to change your drinking, you've come to the right place.

WHAT IS HARM REDUCTION?

Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies intended to reduce the negative consequences of high risk behaviors such as overdrinking or drug use. Harm reduction is a nonjudgmental approach that attempts to meet people "where they are at" with their drinking or drug use. Instead of demanding perfect abstinence, this pragmatic approach is supportive of anyone who wishes to minimize the harm associated with a high risk behavior such as drinking or drug use. Harm reduction accepts that high risk behaviors such as overdrinking are part of our world and works to minimize their harmful effects rather than simply ignore or condemn them. Harm reduction is a compassionate approach whose primary concern is the increased well-being of its constituency. Moreover an overwhelming body of scientific evidence shows that harm reduction works!!

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HAMS is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit incorporated in the state of New York

CONTACT US:

The HAMS Harm Reduction Network, Inc.
P. O. Box 498
Prince Street Station
New York, NY 10012

Tel: 347-678-5671

Email: hams@hamshrn.org

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