Developing a Better System of Care for Nonfatal Overdose

Description

The high recurrence rate of nonfatal overdoses has underscored the urgent need for more effective response systems beyond emergency departments. This event will gather experts in public health, addiction medicine, and policy to examine innovative approaches to overdose care that prioritize sustained engagement and support for individuals at risk of repeat overdose. Panelists will explore various models, from stabilization centers to supervised consumption sites and outreach teams, sharing insights on these alternative approaches' key components and adoption challenges.

Join the Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy for a thought-provoking panel discussion that explores how we can advance alternative overdose response models across communities.

Panelists include:

• Muriel Bowser, mayor, District of Columbia
• [Stephen Murray](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenhrnrp/, director, SafeSpot Overdose Hotline
• Valencia Lyle, opioid crisis response program manager, City of Detroit Mayor's Office
• Divad Sanders, program director, Newark Community Street Team's Overdose Response Team & Harm Reduction Center
• Jean R. Moise, deputy director of adult services, District of Columbia, Department of Behavioral Health
• Alissa Zhu, reporter, drug overdose crisis, The Baltimore Banner (moderator)