Counties across Kentucky are taking decisive action in the fight against opioid addiction, using opioid settlement funds to implement innovative overdose prevention and response strategies.
During a recent KACo webinar, several of these best practices and community-driven approaches were highlighted, including Quick Response Teams (QRTs)—multidisciplinary teams composed of law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and peer recovery specialists who follow up with individuals who have overdosed.
Speakers:
- (Moderator) Lauren Carr, KACo Opioid Settlement Advisor
- McCracken County Sheriff Ryan Norman
- Powell County Judge/Executive Eddie Barnes
- Dan Malloy, Director of Operations, Operation 2 Save Lives & QRT National
- Brandon Fitz, Director, Turning Point Recovery Community Center, Four Rivers Behavioral Health
- Crystal Sammons, QRT Peer Support Specialist, Pathways
- Rod Williamson, QRT Peer Support Specialist, Pathways
Download the presentation here.
View a recording of the webinar here.
Learn more about the opioid settlement funds, including additional training opportunities, here.
