On September 13th, over 260 advocates joined families of victims and survivors in recovery to support IMPACT's free and confidential services.
Higher Ground...the Opiate Epidemic was held at the Wisconsin Club and raised $45,000 for IMPACT's Critical Condition Fund.
"This epidemic is hitting our community hard. It can be difficult to determine where to go for appropriate assistance, for which services someone qualifies, and how to make the right connections," explained John Hyatt, IMPACT President & CEO. "Because we do not provide treatment services, and are not affiliated with any health care provider, our determinations are based solely on the needs of the individual. Our only objective is to save lives."
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Click to watch the video which premiered at the event |
In Southeastern Wisconsin, the first step to regain stability is dialing 2-1-1. In 2016, 60 percent of the callers seeking assistance for a substance abuse issue identified as an opiate user. IMPACT's alcohol and drug abuse professionals are able to identify the problem, assess the severity, assemble a plan of action, and connect clients with resources.
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Clockwise from top right: John Hyatt with Liza Arroyo (left) and Patricia Gutierrez (right) of IMPACT; Guests at the Community Advocates table; IMPACT Board Chair Kim Dougherty with her husband; Gail Valenti (far left) of IMPACT with New York Times best-selling author Jacqueline Mitchard (second from left), Emcee Tom Pipines (second from right) and event guests; Speaker and advocate Linda Lenz (third from right) with event guests. |
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