RCORP-ETC Event

Connections to Health: Exploring Hub and Spoke for East Tennessee

Coordination of services for those in need of immediate support can be challenging. To address this, the hub and spoke serves to enhance service coordination and expedite resource access. Speakers include Dr. John Brooklyn with the University of Vermont, Christina Cupp with Spirit Solutions, Jason Goodman with Metro Drug Coalition, and Elora Prichard with Servolution. ... Read more

RCORP-ETC OCTOBER CONSORTIUM MEETING

VIA ZOOM

The October RCORP-ETC will review the codes associated with Tenn Care billing of services related to SUD, such as screening, behavioral health support, and peer recovery coaching. Emphasis will be given to the nuances between Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers and Rural Health Clinics.  Bring your questions be hone your sustainability through billing. This meeting will ... Read more

RCORP-ETC JULY CONSORTIUM MEETING

The July RCORP-ETC meeting will be focused on the problem of adolescent vaping, including practices for prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Winter 2024 ETRHC Consortium Meeting

VIA ZOOM

Our Winter 2024 Consortium Meeting will focus on the status of the opioid abatement program and how a few local counties plan to spend their abatement dollars. More information and RSVP link may be found in the attached flyer. Winter 2024 ETRHC consortium flyer  

Training: Public Safety Responses to the Addiction Crisis: Promising Strategies for Rural Communities

Virtual

Successful strategies to creating recovery-ready communities at the local level involve the collaboration of public health and public safety. During this final session, our expert panelists will delve into various initiatives, like Crisis Intervention Training, VR de-escalation techniques, Overdose Mapping efforts and Opioid Fatality Review Boards. This session will also address the often-overlooked issue of ... Read more

Training: Thriving in Recovery: Harnessing Rural Strengths to Build Recovery-Ready Community

Virtual

Join us for an engaging conversation on how rural communities can lead the way in promoting recovery and resilience. Our panelists will share inspiring stories of progress, discuss barriers hindering recovery readiness, and outline essential steps to create inclusive environments where everyone can flourish in their recovery journey. For more information and to register click ... Read more

Training Breaking the Stigma: Addressing Bias and Promoting Understanding in Rural Tennessee

Virtual

Join us September 10, 10:00-11:30 CDT, for an impactful session focused on addressing bias and reducing stigma, with a special emphasis on insights from the Wilson County RCORP statewide stigma survey. Expert speakers will share strategies for fostering empathy, challenging stereotypes, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and support. This webinar aims to equip participants ... Read more

Training: Medication for Opioid Use Disorder: Access and Cultural Competencies in Patient Care

Virtual

Join us on September 17, 10:00-11:30 CDT, for an insightful webinar addressing the unique challenges and opportunities of implementing Medication for Opioid Use Disorders (MOUD) in rural Tennessee. Presenters will share strategies for introducing MOUD to populations seeking care, as well as the critical role of cultural competency in enhancing provider-patient care. Gain practical knowledge ... Read more