Quest Prevention Services, a program of the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama, will host the eighth annual Opioid Summit on Tuesday, July 15th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Alabama Center for the Arts located at 133 2nd Avenue, NE, Decatur, AL 35601.  


THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND THE 2025 OPIOID SUMMIT OR FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION (CE) CREDIT.  Continuing education will be provided at no-cost for Counselors, Social Workers, Nurses, Substance Abuse Professionals and Law Enforcement. CE credit is available on a first come, first served basis.  Hurry as CE slots are limited!


Presenters:

Lauren Sisler is a national award-winning sports broadcaster on ESPN and is also the author of the new book, 'Shatterproof' which tells the compelling story of losing both her parents to drug addiction. Harnessing her pain as a catalyst for growth. Lauren embraced her story, transforming her anguish and heartbreak into a source of strength and healing. She now recognizes that living courageously and authentically can unlock remarkable potential, and she embodies this truth in every aspect of her life. 


Through vibrant storytelling, Lauren connects deeply with her audience, motivating them to redefine their own stories to find peace and purpose. "Your story is significant. Learn to love it, then do something with it."


Her message is clear: confront adversity with bravery, own your story, and let if propel you towards a future filled with greater meaning and fulfillment.

  

Bobby Peavler has been working for Decatur Fire and Rescue for 17 years and has first hand experience of the overdose epidemic in our community, will explain how to look for an overdose and what to do in case of an overdose. 


He currently serves in the operations division as a Battalion Chief and oversees all 8 stations on his assigned shift. He enjoys being a public servant and helping others, quite often on their worst day in the worst of circumstances. He has only been a part of the chamber for a year, as he has recently graduated the Excellence in Leadership program.


He decided to serve as a Commodore through the chamber to educate the city about the emergency services that Decatur Fire and Rescue provides to the citizens of Decatur, while also helping to promote this wonderful city where he has had the privilege of growing up. 



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Many thanks to our friends at Athens State University and Calhoun Community College for allowing the 2025 Opioid Summit to be held at the Alabama Center for the Arts.