The conference is Maine's leading event for clinicians and community partners to learn about state-of-the-art practices for treating SUD and OUD. Attendees will explore effective models and low/no barrier practices to address the lethality of fentanyl and the epidemic of drug overdose deaths. The event will feature updates on illicit substances, evidence-based approaches, and principles for partnering with community collaborators. Participants will gain practical insights to integrate these methodologies into their practices.
Mental Health Conferences
Saving Lives: Working Together to Improve SUD and OUD Care & Outcomes
The ME SUD Learning Community's 2nd Annual Conference focuses on collaborative practices for treating Substance Use and Opioid Use Disorders. It will be held in Waterville, Maine, and virtually.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: March 15, 2024
Location: Thomas College
City/State: Waterville, Maine
Address: Thomas College, Waterville, Maine
Event Format: hybrid

Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Co-Occurring Collaborative Serving Maine
This is the group that put together this event.
Email: ccsme@ccsme.org
Phone: 207.878.6170
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
Cost | Type | Notes |
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$0.00 | General | Free registration for all attendees. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will take place from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, featuring various state and national experts discussing collaborative practices for SUD and OUD treatment.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Courtney Pladsen
Dr. Courtney Pladsen is the MaineCare Medical Director and a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner focused on primary care, substance use treatment, and harm reduction.
Kaley Boucher
Kaley Boucher is the program coordinator of Behavioral Health Home and Opioid Health Home Delivery System Reform.
Loretta Dutill
Loretta Dutill is the MaineCare Operations Manager, Delivery System Reform Unit.
Other Links and Information
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