Welcome to the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) is dedicated to developing and sharing evidence-informed training and offering technical assistance to professionals and community members alike. Whether you are a care provider or a concerned community member, NOCE provides resources to support those affected by opioid use.
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Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:
- Expert advice
- Training
- Helpful tools or resources
- Planning strategies
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Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:
- Expert advice
- Training
- Helpful tools or resources
- Planning strategies
Who Can Request TA?
Upcoming Events
News Updates
What You Need to Know About SPICE and K2: Understanding Synthetic Cannabinoids in Today’s Drug Landscape
Synthetic cannabinoids like SPICE and K2 continue to appear in emergency departments and behavioral health conversations across Nevada. This special collaborative post from CASAT OnDemand and the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) provides an overview of what these substances are, how they differ from opioids and cannabis, and why they present ongoing risks. It’s also intended to help parents, caregivers, and community members better understand the dangers of these substances and how to respond in an emergency.
The Heart of the Work: CHWs, Stigma, and the Future of OUD Care in Nevada
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are reshaping behavioral health care in Nevada by building trust, expanding access, and strengthening support for individuals affected by opioid use disorder. Las Vegas-based advocate Alisa Howard highlights how CHWs use lived experience and community connection to enhance care and improve outcomes across the state.
Addressing ACEs and Building Resilience to Prevent Substance Use
Nevada continues to face the devastating effects of the opioid crisis, with rising overdose rates, increasing co-occurring mental health challenges, and significant health disparities across communities. The Nevada Opioid Needs Assessment and Statewide Plan identifies Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)—such as trauma, neglect, or family instability—as major risk factors for substance use, opioid use disorder (OUD), and overdose.