El Paso's Answer to the Opioid Crisis

welcome TO:

Project Punto de Partida

We are a group of Recovery Allies taking action to help improve the quality of life for those facing substance use disorders.

As Certified Recovery Coaches, we take pride in our ability to assist those in need by providing peer recovery support services and guidance into the many pathways of recovery that are available today.
As a Non-Profit Organization, the services offered at Punto de Partida are completely free of charge and are participant centered aimed to fit the needs of those we serve.
We offer Advocacy and Support for anyone struggling with any form of substance use disorders.

Resource Connections:

  • Primary Health Care
  • Dental Care
  • Hepatitis C & HIV
  • Testing/Treatment
  • Mental Health Services
    - Counseling
    - Therapy
  • Residential Supportive Living
  • Child Care Services
  • Community Resources
    - Food Stamps
    - Food Bank
    - Housing
    - Utility Support

Street Outreach

Through Street Outreach, we continue to inform and provide individuals with the harm reduction tools and resources necessary to minimize self harm, enhance recovery, and improve quality of life.

Harm Reduction Resources
:

  • Fentanyl Test Strips
  • Narcan Distribution
  • Wound Care Kits
  • Hygiene Kits
  • Bleach Kits
  • Smoke Kits
  • Condom Kits
  • Food & Water

We foresee a community with less social harm where everyone can find hope and recovery.

Contact Us

Hours of Opertion:
Monday - Friday
8:00AM- 5:00PM

1201 E. Yandell
El Paso, TX. 79902
Office: (915) 262-0002
Fax: (915) 262-0290

24 hr. Hotline
(915) 479 - 3152

Peer Recovery Allies

The Peer Recovery Allies, at Project Punto de Partida, aim to remove barriers, smash stigma, and secure an environment where everyone has the opportunity and the ability to recover through outreach, diversion, harm reduction, and presenting a positive face and voice of recovery.

Adan Dominguez

Adan Domingez

program manager

Michael Lee

Michael Lee

Peer Recovery Ally/ Outreach Supervisor

Javier Loya

Javier Loya

Peer Recovery Ally/ PRA Supervisor

Johanna Kuehnel

Johanna Kuehnel

Peer Recovery Ally/ Project Coordinator

Christine Zimmerly

Christine Zimmerly

Peer Recovery Ally

Melissa Johnson

Melissa Johnson

Peer Recovery Ally

Jaime Diaz

Jaime Diaz

Peer Recovery Ally

John J. Aguilera

John J. Aguilera

Peer Recovery Ally

Joseph Ruger

Joseph Ruger

Peer Recovery Ally

Perla Lawrence

Perla Lawrence

Peer Recovery Ally