The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE)

Community Conversations: Preventing Opioid Overdose and Supporting Recovery
2024-11-09 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Community Youth Center, 111 N Reservation Rd., McDermitt, Nevada, 83421
This hands-on workshop is for the Fort McDermitt community, focusing on practical ways to prevent opioid overdoses, have open conversations about the risks of opioids, and provide long-term support for those in recovery. The session aims to strengthen families and empower the community to address opioid challenges together.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of overdose education and naloxone distribution (OEND) to prevent opioid fatalities.
Learn how to effectively talk to family and friends about opioids and overdose risks
Explore available long-term recovery supports for individuals affected by opioid use disorder.

Presented by: Alejandro Esquibel, LMFT; Mark Disselkoen, MSSW, LCSW, LCADC; and Jonathan Lowery
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.

Rural Nevada Community Health Fair
2024-11-01 14:00 - 18:00 | Goldfield School Gym, 233 Ramsey, Goldfield, NV, 89013, United States
Join us for a community health fair to help build community resilience by connecting people with local assistance and raising awareness about the value of preventive health.

Participating vendors:

Nevada Department of Veterans Services
Office of Suicide Prevention Nevada
Division of Public and Behavioral Health
Mobile crisis unit
Overdose Education & Naloxone Information
Mercy Air Medical Transport
MOBEX
and MORE!

Free Rides for Seniors!
If you are interested in utilizing the free services of Senior Transportation, please contact 775-485-6304 by October 25th.
Download Event Flyer: Rural Health Fair Flyer (8.5 x 11 in)

Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD): The Basics
2024-10-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
Learning Objectives:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), including their benefits and applications in treating opioid addiction.
Explore the specific medications used in MOUD, including Buprenorphine, Methadone, and Naltrexone, and how they are implemented in opioid addiction treatment.
Learn effective methods for engaging with clients about their opioid use and educating them on available treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions.
Utilize the Stages of Change framework to assess and determine client readiness for substance use treatment.
Discuss evidence-based treatment options for clients with polysubstance use disorders, focusing on substances such as alcohol and cocaine

Presented by: Krista Hales, DBH LADC-S
Krista Hales is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor / Intern Supervisor with a Doctorate Degree in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University. Krista has been working in substance use treatment since 2008 and has developed programming across multi-levels of care through integration and innovative treatment options. Establishing recovery-oriented systems of care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders has been a passion of hers since a young age. Additionally, Krista serves the Las Vegas Recovery community in numerous fashions. She is an active member of several entities throughout the state including the Nevada Governor’s Behavioral Health Planning and Advisory Council, the Southern Nevada Opioid Advisory Council (SNOAC), and Shine A Light Foundation. She is also planning committee Lead for Recovery Village at Las Vegas PRIDE and Narcan at Night. Krista is a firm believer in all individuals being given fair access to supportive services when trying to find balance in their wellness journey.
Continuing Education Units: 2 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.

Northern Nevada Rx Drug Take Back
2024-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Multiple Locations
Join Together Northern Nevada is partnering with Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Reno Police Department, Sparks Police Department, the DEA, and various community organizations to host the semi-annual Prescription Drug Take Back!
This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of any unused or expired prescription medications, including:

Prescription liquids
Pet medications
Over-the-counter pills

Please note that the Rx Drug Take Back Locations will NOT accept sharps, including epipens.
Please visit the following locations to properly dispose of your sharps:

Northern Nevada HOPES – Change Point
Washoe County Sheriffs Office

Proper disposal helps protect teens, children, pets, and the environment! Don’t miss this chance to make a positive impact on your community!
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An Overview of Opioid Use: Recent Trends, Emerging Substances and Strategies for Providers: LIVE WEBINAR
2024-10-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom Webinar
This one-hour webinar will provide an overview of emerging opioids and related substances. Communities need to be prepared for emerging substances and how they can impact the response to opioid overdose. The session will begin with a description of opioid trends and emerging substances such as xylazine and nitazines, including mechanisms of action and acute health effects when substances are combined. The presentation will incorporate a discussion on how to implement effective approaches for emerging substances and strategies for overcoming barriers.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this presentation participants should be able to:

Identify two emerging substances and their impacts on managing Opioid Use Disorders
Describe three types of harm caused by opioids and emerging substance use, both in short- and long-term contexts
Integrate three prevention tools and strategies to manage Opioid Use Disorders within participants’ communities

Presented by: Andrew Kurtz, MA, LMFT
Andrew Kurtz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been a Clinical Specialist with UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs since 2014 and is the Director of UCLA ISAP’s Pacific Mental Health Awareness Training project. Mr. Kurtz has previously served as a program director in community mental health, specializing in optimizing access to integrated services through a same-day assessment center. He has served as the lead of a nationally-recognized Trauma-Informed Care implementation that provided staff trainings and program design assistance to improve trauma services, including developing a one-of-a-kind wellness center focused on reducing barriers to accessing care for individuals exposed to traumatic events. Mr. Kurtz has been the instructor for the Fieldwork Practicum course in UCLA Extension’s Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certificate Program since 2017. Mr. Kurtz has a background in research on cognitive and behavioral interventions for the treatment of first-episode schizophrenia diagnoses.
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.

2024 Southern Nevada Diversity Summit
2024-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | In-Person & Online, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Dr., Henderson, 89002
Registration is now open for the 2024 Southern Nevada Diversity Summit to be held on Friday, October 4th at Nevada State University! The Southern Nevada Diversity Summit is a System-wide collaboration that provides annual professional development opportunities to learn about social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. This event is free of charge and all faculty, staff, students, and community sponsors are invited to attend. The event is planned by a site and liaison committee made up of members from across NSHE.
This year’s theme, Good Trouble: Advancing the Legacies of Diversity & Inclusion in an Anti-DEI Era, is an invitation to our community to have critical dialogues as we get into “good trouble, necessary trouble” for the future of diversity, equity, & inclusion work in our state and nation.
In-Person Registration: Due to limited seating, in-person registration is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis to NSHE faculty, staff, students & sponsoring community partners. Advanced registration is required. On-site/walk-up registration will not be available. Sponsoring community partners have been provided an affiliate code for registration.
Online/Virtual Registration: Featured sessions will be livestreamed online. Online registration is available to the public to participate virtually. Online registration is required to access livestreamed featured sessions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with your access code.
Visit the website for more info & to register: www.nevadastate.edu/sndiversitysummit
Participants will receive a confirmation email once they register. For questions, please email diversitysummit@nevadastate.edu.

Project ECHO Pain Management
2024-09-18 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.

Listening Session #2: Harm Reduction
2024-09-17 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom Webinar
This Listening Session shares experiences with fentanyl test strip education and distribution, preparedness for overdose emergencies; the evolution of Harm Reduction, and emerging groups of synthetic opioids.
Learning Objectives:

Attendees will develop a comprehensive understanding of overdose emergencies, including recognizing signs and symptoms associated with opioid overdose.
Participants will be able to explain the significance and application of harm reduction strategies, including fentanyl test strip education and distribution.
Participants will learn about the evolution of harm reduction practices and be introduced to emerging groups of synthetic opioids, enhancing their preparedness to address overdose emergencies within their communities.

Moderator:
Bianca D. McCall, LMFT is a retired professional women’s basketball player. She is an international TED Speaker, and renowned mental health researcher and expert. Bianca is a licensed clinical therapist, with 25 years in Behavioral Health, and 12 years as a Healthcare CEO. In recent years, she has grown significantly in the digital health space, and created a first-of-its-kind social-emotional platform, designed to improve human health span.
For more than a decade, her work and research has been dedicated to psychological (mental) injury prevention and the discovery of innovations addressing existential isolation. Bianca is passionate about leading projects which promote ongoing research in mental injury prevention, integration of technologies, data analytics, and the discovery of culturally and linguistically responsive crisis interventions. Bianca represents Nevada, on national committees and namely the Suicide Prevention Resource Center; designated by SAMHSA, and Steering Committee for the U.S. Department of Public Health and is a contributor to the National Strategies for Suicide Prevention in areas of Clinical Education, Provider Standards, and Technology. Bianca is a subject matter expert, a curriculum developer, and instructor in higher education with the Centers for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT), Region 9, housed at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Panelists:
Darcy Patterson, RN, Founder and President, Wakeupnv
Darcy Patterson is a dedicated registered nurse at Gentiva Hospice and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. More importantly, she is the proud mother of two incredible children, J.W. Patterson and Kirsten Yamaoka.In 2020, Darcy had the opportunity to contribute to Nevada’s new awareness initiative campaign by putting a face and story to the cause, leading to the formation of Wakeupnv. Passionate about the importance of preventing early drug use to save lives, she was appointed to the board of Safe Launch Healthy Futures, a vital non-profit organization.
Recently, Darcy has partnered with several forward-thinking non-profits that are making a positive impact in the community, including Black Wall Street Reno, Tu Casa Latina, Nevada Urban Indians, and USARehabCenters.org. She invites everyone to join the mission to prevent overdoses and save lives within the community.
Katarina Pulver, Health Educator II, Office of Disease Surveillance Division of Disease Surveillance and Control
Katarina Pulver is an experienced Health Educator with a strong background in training, program development, and community outreach. Currently serving as a Health Educator II at the Southern Nevada Health District, she has played a pivotal role in organizing events like the Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit and developing critical public health initiatives, such as the Fentanyl Test Strip Program. With a history of leadership roles in non-profit organizations, Katarina is committed to improving public health and supporting community wellness in the Las Vegas area.
Bethany Wilkins, Education and Advocacy Committee Chair, Northern Nevada Harm Reduction Alliance
Bethany Wilkins is a seasoned expert in rural harm reduction with over a decade of personal recovery and professional experience. She founded Nevada County’s first Syringe Service Program (SSP) in 2020 and has spent over ten years practicing harm reduction, including five years in street-based outreach and public health. Starting her Masters in Public Health in 2025, Bethany focuses on evidence-based methods to reduce the harms of substance use and improve access to care and education in underserved areas. Her work spans policy and program development, innovative treatment models, and community outreach. Bethany has also served as an advisor for Nevada County Public Health’s AOD department and Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board, and she serves as Education and Advocacy Chair for Northern Nevada Harm Reduction Alliance. Known for her dedication and advocacy, she continues to influence policy and practice, striving to create a more compassionate and practical approach to drug use.
Donald Griffin, PRSS-S, CHW II, Co-founder and Director, Black Wall Street Reno
Donald Griffin’s journey led him to the last house on Black Wall Street, a symbolic place where he began to heal from the bumps and bruises of life. Having overcome the grip of alcohol and the scars left by addiction, he found clarity and purpose as his mind and body healed.Three years into his sobriety, Donald became acutely aware of the growing issues among the youth in Reno, Nevada—rising overdoses, homelessness, school dropouts, and suicides. Reflecting on the role models and influences that shaped his life, he felt a deep sense of responsibility and fear for the future.
Seven years later, Donald’s efforts have resulted in the installation of over 20 Narcan boxes throughout the Reno-Sparks area to combat the opioid crisis. Under his leadership, a youth Peer-to-Peer program has been developed and implemented in Washoe County School District. His organization also hosts suicide prevention, “Stop the Bleed,” and Harm Reduction classes, and provides essential services such as a diaper bank, food pantry, and street outreach team. The list of their contributions continues to grow.
As the Co-founder and Director, and a parent himself, Donald is dedicated to ensuring that youth receive the education they need in self-preservation, credit building, vocational skills, home economics, leadership training, and enjoying life while learning to become productive members of society. Above all, his goal is to help them develop a sense of pride in themselves.
Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. It is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for PRSS, PRSS-S, and Prevention Specialists.
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.

Prioritizing Equity in Prevention: Exploring Health Equity among Rural Populations
2024-09-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Zoom Meeting
Join the Pacific Southwest PTTC for an engaging learning session focused on our rural and frontier communities. Delve into the complexities of substance misuse prevention in rural and frontier communities and explore their unique characteristics, emphasizing the intersection of health equity in substance misuse prevention. Participants will examine the status of these areas, considering the people, their living conditions, and geography, to understand what makes rural and frontier areas unique when considering health equity. Actionable steps and resources to address health equity in rural communities will be discussed.
This learning session will be formatted as a 45-minute presentation followed by a 45-minute facilitator-led discussion. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a critical conversation on enhancing health equity and preventing substance misuse in rural areas. Together, we can bridge gaps and build healthier, more resilient communities.
By the end of this learning session, participants will be able to:

Examine the status of rural/frontier areas: the people, their conditions, and the geography
Identify how equity impacts the health and wellness of community members in rural/frontier areas
Describe what makes rural/frontier areas unique when considering equity
Identify what actions and resources can address equity in rural/frontier communities

Who Should Participate:
Community, tribal, jurisdiction, and state-level substance misuse prevention practitioners and allied health partners located in the Pacific Southwest region, including American Samoa, Arizona, California, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Republic of Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau.
Cost: Free!
Questions?
Please email Pacific Southwest at (pspttc-info@casat.org) for any questions related to registration. For any other questions, please contact Britany Wiele (bwiele@casat.org).

Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit
2024-08-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Cox Pavilion, 4505 S Maryland Pkwy #2022, Las Vegas, NV, 89154, United States
Registration for the 5th annual Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit is now open! The summit will be on Thursday, August 1st from 8am to 5pm at the Cox Pavilion (4505 S Maryland Pkwy #2022, Las Vegas, NV 89154). Parking will be included in your registration. Registration for this event costs $25 per person, however scholarships are available. You can apply for a scholarship here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7893644/2024-SNSMOPS-Scholarship-Application. Please note, scholarships only cover the cost of registration and not travel.
It will be an amazing event with opening plenary speaker, Sam Rivera from NY’s Overdose Prevention Site and then a showing of the film “Silence In the Streets” in the afternoon, lots of swag, amazing workshops, and so much more.
Learn more and register today using the link here: https://bit.ly/SNSMOPS2024. The flyer for this event can be downloaded below as well to share with your teams.
If you have any questions, please contact Katarina Pulver at Pulver@snhd.org.

Assembly Bill 156 - Pharmacists Prescribing Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD): LIVE WEBINAR
2024-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
Nevada Assembly Bill 156 (AB156) is “an ACT relating to substance use disorders; providing for the separate accounting of certain money for the purchase of opioid antagonists; establishing the order in which a provider or program is required to prioritize persons for participation in certain publicly funded programs for the treatment of alcohol or other substance use disorders; authorizing a pharmacist to prescribe and dispense drugs for medication-assisted treatment of opioid use disorder and perform certain assessments under certain conditions; requiring certain health plans to include coverage for such drugs and assessments; prescribing certain requirements concerning the diagnosis and treatment of a patient with an opioid use disorder; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.”
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand Assembly Bill (AB) 156 and regulations promulgated by the Nevada Board of Pharmacy
Describe the process in which a pharmacist obtains authorization to prescribe MOUD

Presented by: Yenh Long, Pharm.D., BCACP, Nevada Board of Pharmacy
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.

SBIRT for Health Professionals ECHO Series
2024-07-15 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/Topics:

Monday, July 15 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Session #1: Program Orientation & Introduction
Monday, July 22 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Session #2: Screening
Monday, July 29 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pmSession #3: Brief Intervention and Motivational Interviewing
Monday, August 5 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Session #4: Implementation Planning
Monday, August 12 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Session #5: Medication-Assisted Treatment
Monday, August 19 at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Session #6:Referral to Treatment

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 S2024 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).

Community Response and Best Practices for Opioid Antagonists: LIVE WEBINAR
2024-07-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom Webinar
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this training people will know:

The history of overdose prevention and opioid antagonist distribution for community members, including available formulations of antagonists
State of the research on opioid antagonist distribution, utilization, and outcome in the community
Evidence-based practices for overdose response and opioid antagonist administration

Presenters: Karla Wagner, Ph.D., Professor, University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health and Brandon Delise, MPH, Epidemiologist, Southern Nevada Health District
Continuing Education Units: 1 CEU
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. It is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for PRSS and 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.

Good Samaritan and Drug Induced Homicide Laws in Nevada: LIVE WEBINAR
2024-06-24 15:00 - 15:30 | Zoom Webinar
The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act of 2015 (Senate Bill 459, Chapter 26, Statutes of Nevada 2015 NRS 453C.120) created various provisions addressing the opiate overdose epidemic that continues to claim over 300 lives per year in Nevada. The law prevents punitive actions against health professionals and any person who administers naloxone or calls 911 to assist someone who may be overdosing on opiates. It also provides immunity to persons seeking medical treatment for an opioid overdose for themselves or someone else.
This presentation will discuss the Good Samaritan (NRS 453.C.150) and Drug Induced Homicide (NRS 453.333) Laws in Nevada including provisions of the laws, immunity under these laws, and how they compare to other state laws, including Delaware and Rhode Island.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this presentation participants should be able to:

Understand how the Good Samaritan Law outlines immunity for certain offenses when someone provides medical assistance in the case of an overdose
List the circumstances to qualify for immunity under the Good Samaritan Law
Know what the Drug Induced Homicide Law is and how it plays into the Good Samaritan Law.

Presented by: Alissa C. Engler, Chief Deputy Attorney General, Criminal Prosecution Division, Office of the Nevada Attorney General
Continuing Education Units: 0.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. It is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for PRSS and 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.

NOCE Listening Session: Prevention & Diversion: LIVE WEBINAR
2024-06-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom Webinar
This Listening Session informs how to identify substance use disorder (SUD), changing the conversation about opioid use disorder, and offers insights into prevention strategies and diversion programs that play a crucial role in addressing substance use disorders.
Learning Objectives:

Participants will develop the skills necessary to identify early signs of substance use disorder (SUD) through the application of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) techniques.
Attendees will gain insights into effective communication strategies and community-based initiatives that contribute to changing public perceptions of opioid use disorder.
Participants will acquire a comprehensive understanding of diversion programs and the collaboration between healthcare professionals and the judicial system.

Moderator:
Bianca D. McCall, LMFT is a retired professional women’s basketball player. She is an international TED Speaker, and renowned mental health researcher and expert. Bianca is a licensed clinical therapist, with 25 years in Behavioral Health, and 12 years as a Healthcare CEO. In recent years, she has grown significantly in the digital health space, and created a first-of-its-kind social-emotional platform, designed to improve human healthspan.
For more than a decade, her work and research has been dedicated to psychological (mental) injury prevention and the discovery of innovations addressing existential isolation. Bianca is passionate about leading projects which promote ongoing research in mental injury prevention, integration of technologies, data analytics, and the discovery of culturally and linguistically responsive crisis interventions. Bianca represents Nevada, on national committees and namely the Suicide Prevention Resource Center; designated by SAMHSA, and Steering Committee for the U.S. Department of Public Health and is a contributor to the National Strategies for Suicide Prevention in areas of Clinical Education, Provider Standards, and Technology. Bianca is a subject matter expert, a curriculum developer, and instructor in higher education with the Centers for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT), Region 9, housed at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Panelists:
Angel Lash, LADC, CPC-Intern, Coordinator, Nevada 8th Judicial District Court
Angel Lash is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Intern in the state of Nevada. Angel has worked in the substance abuse and behavioral health field for over a decade. She currently works under the 8th District Court umbrella as a Specialty Court Specialty coordinating care Law Enforcement Intervention for Mental Health Addiction Diversion Program (LIMA Diversion Program) a partnership between LVMPD and the 8th Judicial District Court Program. The LIMA Diversion Program provides a voluntary pathway to recovery for individuals suffering from substance abuse issues, homelessness, and/or mental health issues. The LIMA Diversion Program helps move individuals away from the justice system without entering and works to address the individuals, addiction, and mental health challenges by connecting them to community partners to address their layers of needs. Angel and the LIMA Diversion Program has received acknowledgements from the community. In 2021 Angel Lash received an award from a local non-profit as a Community Shining Star and LVMPD Behavioral Health Unit recognized Angel’s exceptional dedication to the success of the LIMA Program. In 2022, Angel and the LIMA Program were nominated for The Is No Hero in Heroin’s community awards for several categories including, Hero of the Year, Boots on the Ground, and Crushing Stigma & Silos, and Angel won TINHIH’s Boots on the Ground Award. The LIMA Diversion Program was nominated again the following year in 2023 for the Crushing Stigma and Silos Award. In 2023, Angel Lash won Public Health Leader of the Year by Nevada’s Public Health Association.
Christina Boyd, LSCSW, LCAC, Associate Professor of Practice, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare
Christina is an Associate Professor of Practice for the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare and is the Workforce Development Coordinator, for the Center for Community Engagement and Collaboration. She is a master trainer for the ATTC network and serves as a content expert on prevention with the Opioid Response Network State Targeted Response. Christina has worked in several behavioral health settings in rural areas of the country over the last 27 years. She has participated in numerous grant projects focused on integration of behavioral health and prevention of substance use disorders. She works towards improving the delivery of integrated services in our systems of care. She resides in western Kansas and is passionate about the equity of health resources in rural areas as she continues to pursue her mission of helping people find their happy.
Jillian Anderson, MA, MFT, LADC, PMH-C, Perinatal Mental Health Program Coordinator, Quest Counseling

Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. It is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for PRSS and 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.

Project ECHO Pain Management
2024-06-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-05-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-05-01 08:00 - 09:00 | Zoom Meeting
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.

Stimulant Use Disorder ECHO Series
2024-05-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
This program aims to support healthcare and mental health providers, staff, and administrators with stimulant use disorder patient care. Sessions will be facilitated with a team from Northern Nevada HOPES and will provide a forum to discuss patient cases, address questions/concerns and collaborate regarding stimulant use disorder therapy.
Series Schedule/Topics:

Session #1: Orientation to Stimulant Use Disorder
Session #2: Neurobiology of Stimulant Use Disorders
Session #3: Medications Used in Stimulant Disorders
Session #4: Resources in Nevada
Session #5: Special Populations – How to Have the Conversation
Session #6: Flex Topic (to be determined by audience)
