A national education effort to prevent the
spread of opioid addiction
What Every Family Needs to Know About Opioids TV Special
WISN Channel 12
Milwaukee Virtual Town Hall on Opioid Awareness
DEA 360 Strategy and the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation, in partnership with Channel 12 WISN have come together to present a special television event, “What Every Family Needs to Know About Opioids.” Local leaders and prevention and treatment advocates from the Milwaukee area will discuss the opioid epidemic and its impact in the community and more importantly, provide insight into local resources available to help anyone dealing with any form of substance misuse. Following the television special, there will be an online discussion giving the viewing audience an opportunity to ask questions from our panel.
Program Details
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
7PM CST TV Special on WISN 12 and WISN.com
8PM CST FB LIVE DISCUSSION
Resources
Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline: Call 211 OR visit Addictionhelpwi.org
The Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline is a statewide resource for finding substance use treatment and recovery services. The helpline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Trained resource specialists will help you understand your treatment and support options.
Wisconsin Department of Public Health - dhs.wisconsin.gov/aoda
The Wisconsin Department of Public Health web site provides great information about substance use disorders, prevention information, recovery options and available community programs and services.
Dose of Reality - https://doseofrealitywi.gov
This site provides information both the local impact the opioid epidemic in Wisconsin. You can also find information about how to safely dispose of your unused prescription drugs.
Milwaukee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (MCSAP) - mcsapcoalition.org
MCSAP is a diverse coalition of Milwaukee County partners who prevent and reduce substance use and misuse. If you would like to be involved in prevention efforts in your community, contact MCSAP today.
National Resources
24/7 Peer Support Warm Line: 866-771-9276
Narcotics Anonymous Support Groups: 1-800-974-0062
Community Partners
The DEA 360 Campaign and the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation would like to the following partners for their support and partnership in this public awareness event.
