“Let’s Talk 2.0” Series

2022 Opioid & Other Substance Misuse, Prevention & Treatment Educational Series

Sponsored by

Capital Area Human Services (CAHS) –

Louisiana Department of Health-Office of Public Health (LDH-OPH) –

East Baton Rouge Parish Library System

FREE, ALL-VIRTUAL SESSIONS

REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE

The opioid epidemic is impacting many individuals and families in our community. Join us for “Let’s Talk” Part 2, a series of panel discussions designed to answer your questions about:

· Fentanyl and Counterfeit Pills

· The Dark Web and Drug Paraphernalia

· The fatal impact Stigma can have

· The connection between Trauma and Drug Misuse

SESSION 1: “DRUGS…THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY”

Wednesday, September 7th, Noon -1 p.m. (targeting individuals & families impacted by opioids, stimulants and depressants)

Speakers: Dr. Leslie Faulkner, DEA; Dr. Orlando Palmer, Pharmacist; Trudy Wickham, LDH-OPH

Register online: bit.ly/goodbaduglydrugs

Drugs (medication) are helpful when used as directed by healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and pharmacists. However, even prescription drugs can be deadly if not used properly, and illicit drugs have greater risks. This session is designed to expand your knowledge of The Good like prescription medication, The Bad like counterfeit drugs, and The Ugly like highly potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl and carfentanil.

Resources are available after each session.

SESSION 2: “STIGMA KILLS… HOW TO TALK TO YOUR LOVE ONES WHO MISUSE DRUGS

Wednesday, September 21st, Noon – 1 p.m. (targeting general public, families, parents)

Speakers: Joi Plain, LCSW, CAHS; Sonya Milliman, CARP; Joshua Hill, EBRP Library System

Register online: bit.ly/stigmakills

What keeps people from treatment…STIGMA. Language is powerful and words we use can reduce the chances of someone struggling with substance use to seeking help. Learn how to check your feelings/attitudes/bias at the door. Learn what to say and what not to say to your loved one who misuse drugs.

Resources are available after each session.

SESSION 3: “TOO LIT TOO OFTEN…IS IT ADDICTION OR JUST CHILLIN’

Wednesday, September 14th, Noon -1 p.m. (targeting individuals, parents and college students)

Speakers: Rebecca Chiasson, LA State Police Crime Lab; Dawn Collins, CAHS.

Register online: bit.ly/toolitaddiction

COVID 19 is only one of the many challenges people have experienced over the past 2 years and many are looking for alternatives to dealing with life. Much too often, alcohol and drugs are sort out for a solution. This session will explore how mixing of drugs and alcohol is often the alternative to coping with life issues. Learn how drugs can be ordered as simple as ordering a pizza on the internet and the dark web.

Resources are available after each session.

SESSION 4: “SIGNS OF DRUG PROBLEM AND HOW TO SAVE A LIFE

Wednesday, September 28th Noon -1 p.m. (targeting general public and health/wellness professionals)

Speaker: Tobechukwu Udeigbo – Odyssey House, Ricki Davis CAHS

Register online: bit.ly/signsofdruguse

Engage in a presentation to learn how traumas experienced earlier in our lives can have a huge impact on whether a person may battle with substance use. Gain and understanding about Adverse Childhood Experiences and how to find your score. You can save a life! Don’t miss this opportunity for a training on Naloxone (opioid overdose reversal medication).

Resources are available after each session.