LAKEPORT, Calif. — A community meeting this month will look at the opioid crisis in Lake County and solutions for addressing it.
Overdose Lifeline Inc., in collaboration with the city of Lakeport and the Lakeport Police Department, will host the event from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Soper Reese Theatre, 275 S. Main St. in Lakeport.
The event is free and open to the public. Dinner and beverages will be provided by the Lakeport Unified School District.
The meeting will be livestreamed on the Lakeport Police Department YouTube channel at this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCplZjUiT1RYGBIyprJbWAlA.
Overdose Lifeline Inc. is a nonprofit leader in addressing the opioid epidemic through harm reduction and educational programming.
Justin Phillips, founder of Overdose Lifeline, Inc., will be present along with staff from Lake County Behavioral Health Services and law enforcement representatives to provide information on substance use disorder services available locally.
A panel will answer questions regarding the opioid crisis and how it affects Lake County residents.
Organizers said Phillips will provide valuable insights on substance use disorder, overdose and harm reduction techniques.
The goal is to provide education and resources to those affected by the opioid crisis in Lake County.
“This multiagency involvement underscores our commitment to addressing not only the immediate concerns regarding substance use in Lake County, but also providing ongoing education and reducing the stigma attached to substance use disorder,” the city said.
During the week leading up to the main event, representatives from Overdose Lifeline Inc. will visit local schools to engage with students and educators.
The presenters and sponsors encourage everyone in the community to attend the event and participate in the collective effort to combat the opioid crisis.
“Together we can make a positive impact on the well-being of our community,” city officials said.
For additional information, contact Lakeport Police Chief Brad Rasmussen at 707-263-5491, Extension 101.
City of Lakeport to host Jan. 17 discussion on opioid crisis
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