2025 ACA 155th Congress of Correction Denver_Planning Guide

Opioid Summit A Holistic Approach to the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 • 8–11:45 a.m.

T he Opioid Summit aims to train multidisciplinary correctional staff on opioid use disorder (OUD) and medications for OUD (MOUD), fostering a unified, evidence-based approach to treatment in jails and prisons. By educating custody, medical, mental health, reentry and leadership teams, the training reduces stigma, promotes empathy and encourages coordinated care. This cultural and operational shift enhances staff communication, improves treatment continuity and strengthens program sustainability — ultimately supporting recovery, reducing recidivism and improving outcomes for incarcerated individuals and their communities. Learn evidence-based strategies to treat opioid use disorder Reduce stigma and build a recovery-focused culture Improve teamwork, safety and continuity of care Earn CME/CEU credits and gain tools you can use right away

Overview of Topics

Define the Problem

Corrections Role in the Recovery Journey

Pay Me Now or Pay Me Later

ADA and Legal Implications and Updates

Medication Overview

Operational Challenges

Benefits of Treating OUD in Incarceration

SPEAKERS:

Kellie Wasko Secretary, SD DOC

Kathleen Maurer, MD Board Certified in Addiction Medicine

CME and CEU credits will be awarded!

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