Our Services
- Syringe exchange (new needles in exchange for used needles)
- STD, HIV and Hepatitis C Testing at most Needle Exchange sites
- Referrals: Mental health, detox, substance use and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV Prevention
- Opioid overdose prevention (naloxone kits and training)
- Safer sex supplies and hygiene kits
- Fentanyl test strips
Needle Exchange Hours and Locations
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, we are limiting Needle Exchange Services to the locations and hours listed below until further notice.
Monday
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Knox Avenue site: Story Road and Knox Avenue (one block west from King Road) in San Jose
Tuesday
1:00pm- 3:00pm
2nd St and 280 Site: Under the 280 overpass in San Jose (between S 1st and 2nd St)
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Crane Center site: 976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose (parking lot on the southwest side of the building)
Friday
9:30am – 11:30am
Valley Health Center site: 7475 Camino Arroyo, Gilroy
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Little Orchard site: Little Orchard St. in San Jose (midway between Curtner and San Jose Avenue)
No Exchange Services: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday and
County holidays
Frequently Asked About Health Resources
Valley Homeless Clinic at Alexian
Walk-in psychiatric and health care clinic for homeless individuals, call for hours and location.
(408) 272-6050
Homefirst Shelter Clinic (Formerly EHC)
Walk-in health care clinic for homeless individuals, call for hours and location.
(408) 510-7543
Mobile Medical Unit
Walk-in health care clinic for homeless individuals, call for location near you.
(408) 690-6180
Mobile Dental Unit
Routine and emergency dental care, call for a location near you.
(408) 568-9446
The NEX Program has been approved by the Santa Clara Board of Supervisors, as permitted by HS code 11364.7
Crane Center
976 Lenzen Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
Phone: (408) 792-3720
Fax: (408) 792-3720