2025 Sebastian County Opioid Task Force Summit

Friday, April 4, 2025, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, ACHE Research Institute Health and Wellness Center, Fort Smith, AR


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (2.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (2.00 hours)

The 2025 Sebastian County Opioid Task Force Summit will bring together experts from law enforcement, healthcare, and prevention fields to address the critical issue of substance use disorder and its impact on pregnancy and youth (birth to 18). Attendees will hear from a diverse group of speakers who will discuss the effects of substance use on maternal and child health, as well as effective strategies for prevention and intervention. The summit aims to foster collaboration and provide valuable insights to help combat this pressing issue within the community.

A special panel at the summit will feature representatives from key youth prevention organizations, including Restore Hope 2GEN, Shield Our Youth, The Call, Harbor House, Guidance Center, and Arkansas Children's NCOR. These experts will discuss their efforts and programs aimed at preventing substance use among youth in the community. Additionally, Lisa C. Myers, RN at Mercy Fort Smith ICU, will share a personal and impactful story shedding light on the real-life consequences of substance use disorder.

1. Analyze the Impact of Substance Use Disorder on Pregnancy and Youth
2. Evaluate Prevention Strategies for Youth
3. Synthesize Collaborative Approaches Across Sectors

Cancellation Policy

When notified in writing and timely, ACHE will issue a refund for accredited continuing education activities.

Procedures and Responsibilities

1. All cancellations and requests for a refund must be received in writing no less than 20 days before the first day of the accredited continuing education activity to receive a full refund, less a 20% administrative fee.
2. No refunds will be made on cancellations received less than 20 days of the first day of the accredited continuing education activity.
3. Cancellations and requests for a refund shall be submitted in writing to the ACHE Office of Continuing Education. If the cancellation is submitted via U.S. Mail, the envelope must be post marked by the applicable deadline above.
4. ACHE reserves the right to cancel or postpone accredited activities, if necessary.  In the event of a cancellation of an accredited activity, course fees will be fully refunded.  
5. ACHE is not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable travel expenses.
6. ACHE reserves the right to cancel or postpone accredited activities, if necessary.  In the event of a cancellation of an accredited activity, course fees will be fully refunded.  
7. ACHE is not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable travel expenses.

Accessibility Statement
 
Arkansas Colleges of Health Education is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodation, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Friday, April 4, 2025

The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education and the Sebastian County Opioid Task Force acknowledge that no commercial support was received for this activity.

 

To register a table, go to the "register" tab and select exhibitor table. You do not need to register yourself if you have registered the table. Any additional individuals that will be exhibiting at your table will need to register as an attendee.

If you wish to pay for an exhibitor table by check, please contact Andrea Williams at [email protected].

 

Exhibit at this Event

The mission of the Sebastian County Opioid Task Force is to reduce opioid addiction and prevent overdose deaths through community-driven programs and educational initiatives. This year, we are excited to shine a spotlight on opioid prevention for children and adolescents ages 0-18, which is a crucial area in our fight against the opioid epidemic. By engaging with local schools, parents, and healthcare providers, we aim to raise awareness and provide solutions to protect our younger population from the devastating effects of opioid misuse.

We would be honored to have you join us in this important cause, and we are confident your involvement will have a significant impact on the success of our event.

We look forward to your consideration and hope to partner with you to make this Summit a turning point in our efforts to fight opioid addiction and overdose in our community. If you wish to sponsor this event, please contact me directly. My contact information is below.

Katherine Krueger
DFC Program Director
Sebastian County Opioid Task Force
(479) 259-1646
[email protected]