Program Webinar #1: Integrated Health Care 101

Overview: This webinar will focus on the foundational concepts of health care integration –  including physical and behavioral health – will be reviewed and discussed.  The presenters will also focus on integrating substance use disorders and reverse integration. The webinar will also feature shared successes, benefits and transferrable skills achieved through the technical assistance program. Register

Program Webinar #2: Integrated Care 101 – Part 2: Building the Business Case and Supporting Integrated Care

Overview: This webinar will focus on the benefits and outcomes of behavioral health integration and key implementation considerations. The presenters will discuss outcomes that include improving population health, patient experience, and reduced costs. The webinar will also feature key integration tips such as building internal support, warm handoffs, establishing workflows among other topics. This session […]

Partner Event 4th Annual DC PACT Valentine’s Day Speed Dating & Networking Event!

💙 💙 This event is a fun opportunity to meet and engage with individuals from organizations across the health and social sectors. Through our patented DC PACT speed dating process you will connect with professionals from across the District’s systems of care, learn and share information about services that can improve the social health and well-being of the […]

Program Webinar #3: Stigma, Myth Busters & Engagement Strategies

Overview: This webinar will describe how stigma impacts perceptions and resultant SUD care for patients and providers alike. Presenters will also share key concepts and case studies to illustrate ways to address stigma and tools that can be incorporated into their clinical practice. This session is approved by the DC Board of Social work for […]

Program Webinar #4: Screening, Assessment, & Level of Care Determination

Overview: The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has established specific criteria for patient assessments and level of care determinations pertaining to substance use disorder (SUD) – providing the underpinnings for effective treatment and recovery from addiction. This webinar will provide attendees with practical tools and tips for implementation of Screening Brief Intervention and Treatment […]

Program Webinar #5: Treatment of Patients with Opioid Use Disorder:  Understanding the Brain Changes of the Disorder

Overview: Understanding the brain chemistry associated with opioid use disorder treatment is essential. Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) restores depleted dopamine in the brain so people impacted by OUD can regain functioning. Recognizing this, therapy and support services for OUD are most effective when provided in accordance with a person's healing process and readiness to […]

Program Webinar #6: Addressing Health Equity and Providing Culturally & Linguistically Effective Services

Overview: During the webinar, the presenter will focus on ways to address health equity issues and key considerations for providing linguistically effective services. The presenter will discuss best practices and models to support patients in these challenging times. This session is approved by the American Academy of Family Physicians for up to 1 AMA Level […]