Rockville Goes Purple
About Rockville Goes Purple
Rockville Goes Purple is a campaign, alongside our county and state partners, that seeks to shine a spotlight on the national impact of opioid addiction and create awareness about the epidemic’s impact on our community.
Each September, Rockville Goes Purple brings our community together to remember lives lost to overdose, celebrate recovery, reduce stigma, and connect residents with prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction resources.
The Mayor and Council proclaim their support each year for September’s National Recovery Month. Lights at the following city facilities shine purple to mark the month:
- Rockville City Hall
- Rockville City Police Station
- Croydon Creek Nature Center
- Thomas Farm Community Center
- Lincoln Park Community Center
- Twinbrook Community Recreation Center
- F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Social Hall
- Rockville Swim and Fitness Center
- Rockville Senior Center
- Taft Center
From July 2025 to June 2026, Maryland had 1,263 overdose deaths, of which 951 were opioid-related. Montgomery County had 82 overdose deaths, 58 related to opioids. Visit Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response for more information.
International Overdose Awareness Day
Montgomery County hosted the International Overdose Awareness Day Run, Walk, and Roll Remembrance Event on Aug. 29, 2026. The event honored those who have died from overdose, helped raise awareness about overdose prevention, reduced stigma, and supported individuals, families, and communities affected by substance use.
Lunch and Learn
On Sept. 9, 2026, the Maryland Office of Overdose Response and the Montgomery County Overdose Prevention Team hosted a Lunch and Learn at Tree of Hope. Participants learned about overdose prevention strategies, available community resources, and ways nonprofits can support individuals and families impacted by substance use.
Community Naloxone Training
On Sept. 11 and Sept. 28, 2026, the city hosted Naloxone (Narcan) administration trainings for the community. These educational sessions taught residents how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and safely administer the medication in an emergency.
Community Film Screening and Panel Discussion
The City of Rockville hosted a community film screening and panel discussion of La Estrella on Sept. 30 2026, with an introduction provided by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller. La Estrella is a short film that explores the impact of counterfeit prescription pills on Latino families and encourages conversation about grief, love, and community healing.
Rockville 11 Presents “Tree of Hope: Where Recovery Takes Root”
Meet the people of Tree of Hope Association, where lived experience becomes purpose, and people in recovery help others find their own path forward. Discover how Tree of Hope is building connections, supporting families, breaking stigma, and showing that recovery is possible.
Get Help
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services offers a 24-hour crisis center. It provides walk-in crisis services at 1301 Piccard Drive in Rockville and telephone crisis services at 240-777-4000.
Visit the DHHS website for additional county-related resources, including substance use screening and referrals, take-back locations for safely disposing of prescription drugs, and free Narcan training.
With support from the city portion of the state’s Opioid Litigation Settlement Fund Abatement Plan, the City of Rockville Community Services Division and its community partners provide outreach, awareness, and education throughout the year to support prevention and early intervention of substance misuse. For education, information, and referral, contact the Community Services Division at 240-314-8300 or hcd@rockvillemd.gov.
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Housing and Community Development Department
Community Services Division
240-314-8300
hcd@rockvillemd.gov
Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Address
Rockville City Hall
111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850