Mood Music Management: 6 Empowerment Habits
2025-03-22 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-29 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-04-26 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-05-03 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual Event
Join the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra and Music4Life® for a free workshop exploring how music can support emotional well-being and mental health. Led by nationally recognized music therapist, TEDx speaker, and author Judith Pinkerton, this interactive session introduces 30 therapeutic music-based activities designed to help participants navigate stress, trauma, and tough conversations.
This workshop explores how music listening habits impact the brain and behavior—especially in the context of mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention. Participants will use Judith’s Key2MEE music app and receive a manual and card set based on her curriculum, 6 Habits of Music Medicine for Highly Empowered People.
Key questions explored:

How do six goals transform habits?
What music contributes to suicide?
Where does mood music work the best?
When does music influence the body?
Why is an Emotional Profile essential?

Date & Time:Saturdays from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Choose one date)

March 22
March 29
April 26
May 3

Format:
In-person or virtual
In-person location:
Canopy Village Family Support Center1350 West Hanley Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Additional Info:

FREE to attend
CEU approved
Lunch provided for in-person attendees

Register:https://cdasymphony.org/Music4Life
Hosted by:Music4Life® in partnership with the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra

Project ECHO Pain Management
2025-04-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-04-16 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-05-07 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-05-21 08:00 - 09:00 | Zoom Meeting
First and Third Wednesdays of each month | 8–9 am

This clinic is a forum guided by a Pain Management Physician, a Pain Management Psychologist, and a Mental Health and Addiction Specialist. The clinic offers an opportunity to present and discuss patients in your clinic with pain. Learn how to assess and manage your patients with pain through a variety of non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic modalities. Learn best practice approaches to minimizing the risk of addiction.
Register Now: https://unrmed.formstack.com/forms/echo_sign_in?&title=Pain%20Management
Pain Management Case Review Form: https://redcap.unr.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RE4NYNCJHN
Presented by:

Michael J. Lewandowski, Ph.D. Dr. Lewandowski is a licensed psychologist in the State of Nevada, President of Pain Assessment Resources, and Director of Behavioral Medicine Consultants Inc. He has extensive training and experience in the application of psychological principles to problems in medicine, specifically chronic pain. His 31-years of clinical experience include his internship at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Reno Nevada and work in two CARF accredited pain management programs in northern Nevada. His pain management practice covers both Reno and Carson City.
Denis Patterson, D.O. Dr. Patterson is Board Certified in Pain Medicine as well as Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is a specialist in common and complex neurological disorders and musculoskeletal issues and is an expert in electrodiagnostics (nerve conduction studies and electromyography) which aid in the diagnosis of nerve disorders. He has been seeing and treating patients at Nevada Advanced Pain Specialists, an industry leader in pain management.
Paul Snyder, MA, LCADC, LCPC. Paul specializes in treating mental health and substance use disorders. Paul has worked in the Hazelden-Betty Ford Health Care Professional Track as well as Residential, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient treatment. Paul created and supervised a woman’s treatment program, writes a monthly health care column with a readership of 65,000, is a speaker/educator throughout the state of Nevada, has a local practice and is the primary counselor for substance use disorders for the Three Nation’s Tribal Health Center.

Disclosures: https://med.unr.edu/echo/disclosures
CME Evaluation Form: https://unrmed.formstack.com/forms/echo_evaluation?&title=Pain%20Management
To request copies of didactics and reference materials, please contact: ProjectECHO@med.unr.edu

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Accreditation
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine approves this program for 1.0 hour of nursing continuing education credit. Nevada State Board of Nursing provider number 120894-1.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is a provider of continuing education credit through the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy. This program is approved for 1 hours of continuing education credit for pharmacists.

Nevada Public Health Association Annual Conference
2025-04-08 08:00 - 2025-04-09 17:00 | Hampton Inn Tropicana, 4975 Dean Martin Dr., Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
The statewide Nevada Public Health Association (NPHA) annual conference provides an opportunity for Nevada’s public health professionals to gather together to discuss relevant public health issues, as well as a chance to network, meet, and stay connected with other professionals in Nevada. Continuing education credits are also available for several public health disciplines.
Who Should Attend

Public health professionals and students, including healthcare providers, educators, epidemiologists, other researchers, administrators, and program staff representing all sectors of the public health system, including government, academia, non-profit organizations, and private businesses.

Privacy and Confidentiality in Opioid Treatment
2025-04-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Zoom Webinar
This training will provide a comprehensive review of privacy and confidentiality laws relevant to opioid treatment providers. The session will cover federal and Nevada regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, with a focus on practical applications and compliance challenges. The presentation will also explore emerging issues related to artificial intelligence and telehealth in opioid treatment settings. Participants will gain a clear understanding of confidentiality requirements, reporting obligations, and best practices for protecting patient privacy.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this presentation participants will be able to:

Describe the key confidentiality requirements under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 and how they apply to opioid treatment providers.
Identify the necessary elements of a valid consent for the release of patient information and the appropriate response to subpoenas.
Explain the unique privacy considerations for opioid treatment programs and how they differ from general behavioral health settings.
Evaluate the role of artificial intelligence in behavioral health and its potential impact on patient privacy and confidentiality.
Recognize telehealth-specific confidentiality concerns and apply best practices to maintain compliance in remote treatment settings.
Summarize the legal and ethical requirements related to mandatory reporting of child and elder abuse and the duty to warn.

Presented by: Mark Disselkoen, MSSW, LCSW, LCADC
Mark Disselkoen, is Senior Project Manager at the Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT) at the University of Nevada, Reno since 2003. He is an LCSW and LCADC and has worked in the field of substance use and mental health treatment for over 30 years. He oversees the CCBHC project and certification and training/technical assistance contracts in Nevada and provides numerous trainings in the field of substance use and mental health treatment.
Continuing Education Units: 2 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
This training is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for the following certifications:

Peer Support Specialist (PRSS) and Peer Support Specialist Supervisor (PRSS-S)

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

The Blooming Bistro Grand Opening and Overdose Education Event
2025-04-10 14:00 - 18:00 | The Blooming Bistro, 860 S. Rancho Dr. #6, Las Vegas, NV, 89106, United States
Join NOCE at The Blooming Bistro Grand Opening and Overdose Education Event
The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) is honored to participate in the grand opening of The Blooming Bistro on Thursday, April 10, 2025, in Las Vegas.
The Blooming Bistro (TBB) is more than a restaurant—it’s a wellness and workforce training hub for disconnected youth in Las Vegas. Through hands-on culinary training, mental health education, and life skills development, TBB empowers young people facing challenges such as foster care involvement, substance use recovery, or housing instability. Supported by a team of hospitality professionals and community partners, TBB helps participants build sustainable futures grounded in connection, purpose, and healing.
This event marks the launch of a new, youth-focused wellness and workforce training restaurant that provides a safe, supportive space for learning, growth, and connection. Over 15 local organizations and community partners will be present, offering resources and support to attendees.
Event Details:Location: The Blooming Bistro, 860 S. Rancho Dr. #6, Las Vegas, NV 89106Time: 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
NOCE Overdose Education Session: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
NOCE will be offering an Overdose Education session focused on recognizing and responding to opioid overdoses. Free naloxone will be available for attendees. This is a great opportunity to learn how to respond in an emergency and connect with others working to improve community health and safety.
To learn more about NOCE and the services we offer, visit nvopioidcoe.org.To learn more about The Blooming Bistro, visit thebloomingbistro.com
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Nevada Black Maternal Health Week - Maternal Wellness Walk & Kinship Cookout
2025-04-12 08:30 - 13:00 | Aliante Nature Discovery Park, 2627 Nature Park Drive, North Las Vegas, NV, 89084, United States
Black Maternal Health Week is a national initiative to build awareness, activism, and community around Black maternal health in the US. Black women, regardless of social or economic status, are 2 to 3 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white, Hispanic, or Asian/Pacific Islander women. In Nevada, overdose is a leading cause of these deaths. Stigma, limited access to care, and systemic inequities put Black women at higher risk. Nevada Black Maternal Health Week is a chance to raise awareness, share resources, and support families.
Join us this Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Aliante Nature Discovery Park for a day of movement, food, and fellowship. The Maternal Wellness Walk will promote advocacy and community care, followed by the 2nd Annual Kinship Cookout featuring vendors, entertainment, and resources for Black maternal health and healing.
Register and learn more at https://bit.ly/NVBMHW25

SBIRT for Health Professionals ECHO Series
2025-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
Project ECHO Nevada invites you to their upcoming 6 session free series entitled SBIRT For Health Professionals ECHO Series. This will be a series of 60-minute-long teleconference sessions in which providers will have the opportunity to speak with a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts in the field of SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment health). This ECHO will provide community health professionals with the training and support they need to manage substance use issues within women’s health settings using an SBIRT model. This program will include an expert specialist team and interdisciplinary clinicians and other health professionals. The series will include six weekly tele-ECHO clinics that include a didactic presentation, combined with patient case presentations and mentoring.
If interested, please Register Here to receive more information.
Series Schedule :

April 14th 2025 : Orientation and Introduction
April 21st 2025 : Screening
April 28th 2025 : Brief Intervention and Motivational Interviewing
May 5th 2025 : Referral to Treatment
May 12th 2025 : Medication Assisted Treatment
May 19th 2025 : Implementation planning

If interested, please register here to receive more information, and find additional links below including a printable flyer.

Register for ECHO Here
SBIRT For Health Professionals 2025 Flyer

SBIRT For Health Professionals ECHO Webpage
SBIRT References and Resources Folder

* Registrations for this program will be completed through the iECHO platform which requires an account. Upon selecting the registration link you will be directed to the iECHO webpage to setup your account or login with an existing account. When setting up your account for the first time, please ensure you complete the information fields as accurately as possible, including your name, email, credential, organization name, and organization address.
*Please note that while attendance at each session is not mandatory, our ECHO team strongly recommends that you attend the majority of sessions in order to maximize your learning and collaboration during the series. If you are unable to attend any session(s) we still encourage you to join us in the next session whenever possible*
*Dates subject to change
This is a free program with CME/CEU credit available.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine approves this program for 1.00 hour of nursing continuing education credit. Nevada State Board of Nursing provider number 120894‐1.
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is a provider of continuing education credit through the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy. This program is approved for 1.00 hours of continuing education credit for pharmacists.
This program provides 1 CME credit towards the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners’ requirement for 2 hours of training related to screening, brief intervention & referral to treatment (SBIRT).

Introduction to Resiliency-Informed Substance Use Prevention, a Fireside Chat with Cammie Wolf Rice CEO & Founder of CWC Alliance and Author of The Flight
2025-04-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Outline the current state of the opioid crisis, and how it’s changed over time presenting unique challenges and opportunities.
Recognize the need for substance use prevention and resilience.
How a program with a mixed methods approach is changing how we view substance use prevention.
Demonstrate how stories of loss can mobilize communities to make an impact.

Presented by: Fabricia Prado, LCSW and Cammie Wolf Rice
Cammie Wolf Rice is a renowned author, activist, and speaker dedicated to ending the Opioid Epidemic. After the tragic loss of her son Christopher in 2016, Cammie turned her pain into purpose by founding CWC Alliance, making it her mission to raise awareness about the opioid epidemic and alternative pain management strategies. Cammie is the author of “The Flight: My Opioid Journey,” a memoir detailing her personal and transformative journey through the opioid crisis, a testament to her resilience and commitment to advocacy.
Fabricia Prado is a trilingual (Portuguese/Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia with a master’s degree in social work from Kennesaw State University and bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology from Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás, Brazil. A Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional (CATP) and ACE Interface Master Trainer through the National Hispanic and Latino PTTC, Fabricia works to raise awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their public health impact using evidence-based strategies to build resilience. She has received intensive training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and other trauma-sensitive approaches.
Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

RX and Illicit Drug Summit
2025-04-21 - 2025-04-24 | Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, United States
The Rx and Illicit Drug Summit is the largest national conference focused on addressing the opioid and addiction crisis through a multidisciplinary approach. It brings together professionals from healthcare, law enforcement, government, public health, and advocacy groups to share strategies, research, and policy updates. The summit features expert-led sessions on prevention, treatment, and recovery, as well as discussions on emerging drug threats and innovative interventions. Attendees gain valuable networking opportunities and insights to enhance their efforts in combating substance misuse and improving community health outcomes.

Preparing your Health Center for SBIRT Implementation - Extended Online Professional Learning Series
2025-04-24 08:00 - 09:30 | Zoom Meeting
Every Thursday, April 24 – June 5, 2025
8:00AM – 9:30 AM (PT)
About the training: Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is designed to provide universal screening, prevention, and early intervention and treatment within health care and community-based organizations for people who have risky or hazardous alcohol and/or drug use. This extended online learning series will use blended activities, self-study and performance feedback related to the utilization and implementation of SBIRT and expose participants to standardized SBIRT protocols. Through virtual-interactive learning, participants will receive real-time performance feedback related SBIRT implementation strategies with an emphasis on integrating brief interventions into current services and workflow. This is not a webinar series and active participant engagement to gain/improve skills are required.
This training is intended for the following audience: Community Health Workers, Medical Assistants, Nurses and Behavioral Health Providers located in Nevada. Currently using SBIRT or in the process of implementing SBIRT in a healthcare setting.
Participant Commitment & Expectations:

Access to appropriate technology to utilize Zoom videoconferencing platform (i.e., an internet connection, webcam, laptop/tablet, speakers and microphone)
Attend a live one-hour online Orientation Session on Thursday, April 24 at 8:00 am.
Commit to 6-weeks of training for 1.5 hours weekly from May 1- June 5, 2025 and complete ONE hour of weekly self-study learning activities.

Trainer/Facilitator: Christina Boyd, LSCSW, LCAC
This Series is Available to you at NO Cost. The first 35 registrants will receive a waiver that covers the entire $350 cost of participation.*Due to limited enrollment, if you cannot commit to the full participant requirements, please defer this registration opportunity to others.
Questions? Please email the Adopt SBIRT Staff at workwise@casat.org or by phone at 775-784-6265 or 866-617-2816 (toll-free). Click below to Register Now!
CONTINUING EDUCATION: This webinar has been approved for 16 continuing education hours through the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) ACEP No. 6492. Participants must attend the live event to receive continuing education credits.
This course has also been approved by CASAT, School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Reno, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 16 CEUs. NAADAC Provider #98165. CASAT is responsible for all aspects of its programming. (This event applies to the following Counselor Skill Groups as defined by NAADAC: Counseling Services, Treatment Planning, Case Management, Discharge and Continuing Care, and Legal, Ethical and Professional Development.)
This publication was supported in whole or in part by the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health Bureau of Behavioral Health, Prevention, and Wellness through funding provided by the Nevada State Opioid Response Grant [6H79TI083310-02M004 and 1H79TI08576-01] awarded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA). The opinions, findings, conclusions and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibit are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, SAMSHA or the State of Nevada.

Intro to NCLab Trainings for Behavioral Health Professionals and their Clients
2025-04-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Meeting
NCLab’s self-paced, interactive training programs provide an excellent career path solution for clients seeking stable, well-paying jobs in technology and automation. Many individuals in behavioral health programs face barriers to traditional education, but NCLab’s hands-on, supportive, structured approach ensures they can build confidence and competence in Data Analytics, Python Programming, and Automation Technology—even without prior experience.
Our Career Readiness Assessment identifies those who have the ability to succeed, and with near 100% completion rates, our programs open doors to high-demand careers. Our career package guides students to leverage AI to build algorithmically strong LinkedIn profiles, resumes, interview skills and more. We also help build “soft skills” for successful employment such as professional communication, attention to detail, problem solving, and perseverance. Further, as counselors, we keep you in the loop on your client’s progress and success. Equip your clients with the skills they need to achieve long-term career success.
To learn more, plan to attend a virtual presentation about NCLab, our partnership with UNR, and tuition funding opportunities, Thursday, April 24, 2025, 10 a.m. PST: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4iWozIgFTZOQZpzO51hGIA#/registration.

Tobacco Use and Smoking Cessation Among People with Substance Use Disorders: A Summary of the State of the Science and New Evidence from Nevada
2025-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
Over 80% of people with substance use disorders (SUDs), including opioid use disorder (OUD), smoke cigarettes. While smoking prevalence has decreased in the general population, it remains stubbornly high among people with opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders (SUDs). Evidence suggests that conventional smoking cessation treatments are not as successful for people with SUDs as they are in the general population. This training will present the most recent epidemiology on smoking and use of cessation aids among people with SUDs, summarize the state of the science concerning smoking cessation treatment in this population, and present new data from Nevada.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

Describe the prevalence of cigarette smoking and use of cessation aids among people with opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders (SUDs).
Summarize the state of the science concerning smoking cessation treatments for people with SUDs.
Weigh the pros and cons of e-cigarettes as a smoking harm minimization tool for people with opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders (SUDs).

Presented by: Jennifer Pearson, MPH, PhD
Jennifer Pearson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Behavior, Policy, and Administration Sciences in the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno. Broadly, her research focuses on how regulation of tobacco and cannabis product characteristics, packaging, and advertising affects consumer behavior and public health outcomes. Dr. Pearson has authored over 130 scientific peer-reviewed scientific articles on tobacco and cannabis policy and published in high-impact journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine, the American Journal of Public Health, and Tobacco Control. Dr. Pearson earned her doctorate in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2011, and her Master of Public Health degree from George Washington University in 2007. Dr. Pearson started her career in public health as a Tobacco Education Coordinator for the American Lung Association of Nevada and served as a US Peace Corps volunteer in Guinea from 2002-2004.
Continuing Education Units: 1 CEU
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
This training is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for the following certifications:

Peer Support Specialist (PRSS) and Peer Support Specialist Supervisor (PRSS-S)
Community Health Worker (CHW)​
Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS)

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

Extended Learning Lecture: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) 101
2025-04-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom Webinar
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Explain the ACE Study, its key findings, and the widespread impact of ACEs.
Understand how ACEs increase health risks, contribute to substance use, and affect public health.
Recognize how toxic stress shape brain development, behavior, and long-term well-being.
Recognize the four trauma responses and their impact on behavior.
Learn ways to create trauma-informed and supportive communities.
Develop hope with the introduction of the next webinar on the Community Resiliency Model (CRM) as a tool for building resilience.

Presented by: Fabricia Prado, LCSW
Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) Summit
2025-04-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Mack Auditorium at Renown Regional Medical Center, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Summit Purpose:
To bring together organizations and individuals to explore ways to strengthen behavioral health interventions and systems.
Event Details:

Date: April 25, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Mack Auditorium at Renown Regional Medical Center
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sequential-intercept-model-summit-tickets-1285116360629

Summit Objectives:
Participants will:

Gain insights into the current behavioral health landscape in Washoe County for justice-involved individuals.
Receive an update on the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) and how the Strategic Framework can enhance interventions.
Learn about best practices for reducing justice involvement for individuals with behavioral health challenges.
Network and build relationships across different systems and agencies.

Who Should Attend?

Advocates, attorneys, family members, behavioral health consumers
Judicial officers, local & state elected officials
Community behavioral health providers (public & private)
Regional Behavioral Health Boards & Coordinators
Staff from:

Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers
Child Welfare Agencies
Hospitals
Juvenile Justice Organizations
Law Enforcement & Corrections
Mobile Crisis Teams
School Districts
Specialty Courts

Download PDF Flyer
SIM Summit Save the Date

Harm Reduction Educational Symposium
2025-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Southern Nevada Health District, 280 S Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, 89107, United States
Join the Southern Nevada Health District for a full day training to discuss harm reduction and its role in working with people who use drugs.
Topics:

Harm reduction a personal safety strategy
Harm reduction as a moment
The principles of harm reduction
Risk and protective factors for substance use
Drug-related stigma
Impact of drug-related stigma on recovery
Medicated Assisted Treatment

Social Security 101 Webinar
2025-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
The Social Security Administration would like to invite you to attend a live Microsoft Teams webinar on April 29, 2025 at 10 a.m. This FREE webinar hosted by the Social Security Administration will help attendees understand basic eligibility factors and filing options for retirement, survivors and Medicare benefits. Learn more by creating your personal mySocialSecurity account today at www.ssa.gov/myaccount.

Emerging Drug Trends in Rural Settings
2025-05-01 15:00 - 16:30 | Zoom Webinar
This 90-minute webinar will provide a detailed review of emerging drugs impacting non-metropolitan rural communities across the United States. Epidemiological data on synthetic drugs, fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, xylazine, cannabis, methamphetamine, cocaine, mixed opioids/stimulants, and vaping will be presented. The presentation will define key terms, describe the major classes of emerging drugs, present available data on the extent of use, and discuss the acute and chronic effects. The presentation will conclude with a discussion on how to implement effective harm reduction approaches for synthetic drugs, and strategies for overcoming barriers to accessing treatment and harm reduction services in rural areas.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the webinar, attendees will be able to

Describe the current information on the availability and at least three (3) patterns of emerging drug trends in non-metropolitan rural communities across United States.
Identify at least three (3) key characteristics and acute and chronic effects of synthetic drugs, most notably synthetic opioids (fentanyl), xylazine, synthetic cannabinoids (spice) and synthetic cathinones (bath salts).
Explain at least two (2) strategies for communicating the dangers involved with the use of emerging drugs.

Presenter: Beth A. Rutkowski, MPH, Director of Training and Epidemiologist, UCLA Integrated Substance Use and Addiction Programs (ISAP), Division of Addiction Psychiatry
Register Now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EaKjQlhWTraAIFwiDLlBnA
Questions? Contact PS ROTA-R staff at psrotar@casat.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
This webinar has been approved for 1.5 continuing education hours through the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) ACEP No. 6492. Participants must attend the live event to receive continuing education credits.
This course has also been approved by CASAT, School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Reno, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 1.5 CEUs. NAADAC Provider #98165. CASAT is responsible for all aspects of its programming. (This event applies to the following Counselor Skill Groups as defined by NAADAC: Counseling Services, Treatment Planning, Case Management, Discharge and Continuing Care, and Legal, Ethical and Professional Development.)

Community Resiliency Model (CRM) Training - Two-Part Series
2025-05-02 11:00 - 13:30 | Zoom Meeting
This is a two-part interactive training taking place on May 2, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM PST and May 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST. Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit; partial credit will not be offered.
The Community Resiliency Model (CRM) Training is a two-part series designed to introduce participants to practical, science-backed strategies for building resilience and regulating the nervous system in response to stress and trauma. CRM is a strengths-based, mind-body approach that empowers individuals with six key wellness skills to help stabilize the nervous system and restore balance.
The two fundamental goals of CRM are to help adults and children learn to track their own nervous systems in order to bring the body, mind and spirit back into greater balance, and to encourage people to pass the skills along to family, friends and their wider community. CRM can be used as self-care for those community members who are the front-line workers, responding to crisis situations or who live in highly traumatized and/or marginalized communities.
Part 1 orients the learners to all six skills of the model. Part 2 is a practice day where all six skills are practiced in small structured groups to increase proficiency in using the skills. Day 2 also provides an opportunity for further dialogue about how to bring CRM Skills to a wider community.
IMPORTANT: This interactive series requires participants to have access to the necessary technology to use the Zoom videoconferencing platform, including a stable internet connection, a webcam, a laptop or tablet, speakers, and a microphone. Active participation is essential for developing and improving skills, so attendees should be prepared to engage fully in discussions and activities.
Part 1: Community Resiliency Model (CRM) Training
May 2, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM PST
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Describe how stress and trauma affect mental and physical health.
Learn and practice the six skills of the Community Resiliency Model (CRM).
Explore how current challenges fit into CRM’s framework for understanding stress and trauma, and its impact on mental and physical health.
Describe how CRM can protect and heal via sensory-motor awareness.
Explain how you can share CRM skills with others as a “CRM Guide.”

Part 2: CRM Extended Learning: Resiliency-Building & the Path to Holistic Prevention
May 9, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Reinforce and expand on skills learned in CRM training.
Explore how sensory awareness and resiliency building support holistic substance use prevention.
Explore the application of CRM skills in various environments and populations.
Summarize current research related to CRM and other mindfulness-based wellness practices.
Contribute to safety and wellbeing in the community

Presented by: Fabricia Prado, LCSW and CWC Alliance
Continuing Education Units: 3.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

Nevada Tribal Summit
2025-05-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Nixon, Nevada, 204 Capitol Hill, Nixon, NV, 89424, United States
NOCE staff is excited to attend the 2025 Nevada Tribal Summit, hosted by the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe’s Pesa Sooname Advisory Group and the UNR Dementia Engagement, Education, and Research (DEER) Program. This free event brings together Tribal leaders, community members, and health professionals to share knowledge and promote culturally responsive support systems.
Open to all and free to attend.
Questions? Contact Casey Venturini at Casey.V@unr.edu or (775) 682-8765.

The Vital Role Community Health Workers in Behavioral Health & Opioid Use Disorder Care
2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom Webinar
As the opioid crisis continues to impact communities across the country, there is a growing need to strengthen the network of support around individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD). One critical role in this support system is the Community Health Worker (CHW). CHWs bridge gaps between healthcare, social and human service systems and individuals in need, offering culturally appropriate education, resources, and advocacy.
This presentation will explore the essential role of CHWs in behavioral health and OUD treatment, highlighting their key responsibilities, effective interventions, and impact on patient outcomes. Participants will also gain insights into integrating CHWs into existing programs to enhance care coordination and treatment success.
Webinar Objectives
At the end of the presentation, participants will:

Gain insight into the crucial role CHWs play in supporting individuals with OUD and in the broader behavioral health space.
Learn specific interventions and strategies that CHWs can use to improve patient outcomes.
Understand how to integrate CHWs into their existing programs to enhance care coordination and treatment success.

Presented by: Alisa Howard, CHW, Community Health Worker Instructor and Owner of MHC
Alisa Howard is a Las Vegas native and Owner of Minority Health Consultants (MHC), a boutique public health, social impact and wellness firm focused on health disparities and connecting marginalized communities with vital resources, advocacy and prevention services. With over 12 years of experience, she serves on several local and national health boards, including the Nevada Certification Board and the National Association of Community Health Worker‘s Policy committee. A passionate advocate for health education, access, and policy herself, Alisa also trains Community Health Workers for over eight years, and has hosted two public health radio shows focusing on addressing health disparities. Believing firmly that public health must be shaped by the people it serves, Alisa is driven by the principle that true progress begins by involving the “community” in every aspect of our work.
Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
This training is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for the following certifications:

Community Health Workers (CHW)

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

Demystifying the Use of Medications for Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Rural Settings
2025-05-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Zoom Webinar
Join the Pacific Southwest ROTA-R for this FREE 90-minute webinar that will explore the importance of medicines as an intervention for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), especially in rural settings. The presenter will provide a brief overview of the scope of the opioid problem and its interconnection with other substances in increasing overdose deaths as well as discuss strategies overcoming stigma faced by individuals with OUD in rural settings, medical and behavioral treatment, and strategies to prevent overdoses. Recommendations for building compassion for this hard-to-reach population and creating safe, stigma-free spaces in which to receive care will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the webinar, attendees will be able to:

Identify at least three (3) key characteristics of the current opioid use epidemiology.
Define at least two (2) treatment strategies for addressing OUD in rural communities.
Describe two (2) strategies to create a stigma-free care environment for people with OUD.

Presenter: Thomas E. Freese, PhD, Director, UCLA Integrated Substance Use and Addiction Programs UCLA Integrated Substance Use and Addiction Programs (ISAP), Division of Addiction Psychiatry; Co-Director, Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center, HHS Region 9
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Questions? Contact PS ROTA-R staff at psrotar@casat.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION: This webinar has been approved for 1.5 continuing education hours through the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) ACEP No. 6492. Participants must attend the live event to receive continuing education credits.
This course has also been approved by CASAT, School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Reno, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 1.5 CEUs. NAADAC Provider #98165. CASAT is responsible for all aspects of its programming. (This event applies to the following Counselor Skill Groups as defined by NAADAC: Counseling Services, Treatment Planning, Case Management, Discharge and Continuing Care, and Legal, Ethical and Professional Development.)

Creating Community: Protective Factors & Positive Childhood Experiences
2025-05-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Identify key protective factors that reduce substance use risk and what we can do to address them.
Explore the role of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) in building resilience
Recognize current research and emerging trends on protective factors, PCEs, and the impact of resiliency building in communities
How to call your community to action

Presented by: CWC Alliance
Continuing Education Units: 1 CEU
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.

Opioid and Pain Management ECHO
2025-05-22 08:00 - 09:00 | Zoom Meeting
The ECHO Opioid and Pain Management is a program designed to provide clinicians with training on pain management, opioid prescribing risks, and overdose prevention. The program is open to doctors, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, nurses and other members of the primary care team.
This training program may be eligible for continuing education credits.
When: May 22- July 10, 2025 | Thursdays, 8:00 a.m – 9: 00 a.m PT
Who:
This program is led by University of New Mexico faculty and consultants:

Joanna Katzman, MD
Radhika Grandhe, MD
Mikiko Takeda, PharmD
Brandon Warrick, MD
Krishna Chari, Psy.D
