The NØPIATES Committee is a local grassroots organization developed by dedicated community members committed to raising addiction awareness. Devoted members work towards ending the shame and stigma associated with the disease of addiction. The Committee aims to raise awareness of the opioid epidemic, provide support and advocate for those who have been affected by substance use disorders. Committee members also offer educational and memorial events that focus on prevention, awareness and support for individuals and families affected by the disease of addiction.

Mission Statement

The NØpiates Committee is made up of a dedicated local community members who are committed to raising addiction awareness while providing support and advocate for those who have been who have been affected by the disease. Additionally, they provide educational events that focus on prevention, awareness, and remembering our community members that have been lost to the disease of addiction.

Kim Murdick
Co-Executive Director 
Kim is a graduate of The College of Saint Rose with a B.S. in Psychology and currently works at the Rensselaer County Department of Mental Health as a Mental Health Care Coordinator. She volunteers as the Co-Executive Director of the NØpiates Committee, along with her husband Tim. Kim experienced first-hand the stigma and shame that is associated with disease of addiction, and how difficult it can be for people to obtain adequate and compassionate treatment in their community. Kim continues to advocate, educate, and provide support to those affected by the disease of addiction. She is committed to shattering the shame and stigma associated with addiction.

Tim Murdick
Executive Director 
Tim Murdick, is the Executive Director of the NØpiates Committee. Tim works as Dedicated Communication Specialist for the Military and Naval Affairs.  For more than twenty years Tim has volunteered with various community and charitable organizations. Tim especially enjoyed working with youth in his community through various organization such as Twin Town Little League, Pop Warner Football, High-Five Sports, which is a therapeutic sports program for individuals with special needs. As a parent, Tim experienced first hand the impact that substance use disorders have on loved ones and those who care for them. Tim’s dedication and persistence provides the NØpiates Committee with the support and guidance that will allow the committee to fulfill their goals.

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CONTACT The NØpiates Committee
518-522-2097
Post Office Box 359
West Sand Lake, NY 12196