Increasing Awareness of Opioid Overdose Risk & Treatment Resources is co-hosted by the District’s Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) and will provide participants an overview of the national opioid epidemic, how the District Government is responding to the crisis locally, and meaningful ways that nightlife business owners, staff, and patrons can help reduce risk and save lives. Register now.

Specific topics to be covered include:

Understanding the local opioid crisis

Medication that can help reverse opioid overdoses

Increasing awareness of the risk of opioid overdoses, being prepared to save a life

Protections afforded by Good Samaritan laws

Misconceptions about opioid use disorders and enforcement

Available training and resources

Local mental health and substance use treatment options

Co-Presenters:
Fred Moosally, Director of ABCA
Sari Frankel, Harm Reduction Supervisor, DBH
Katie Montgomery, Harm Reduction Coordinator, DBH

Monday, February 26, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.

Virtually hosted on Webex. Free with registration.