Updated April 29, 2024

Grab your toolbox (reference from prior blog) because we are READY to add more tools!

Bloom Kentucky hosted a webinar on Wednesday, April 24th – Blooming in your Backyard: Harnessing Opioid Settlement Funds for Local Impact!

Co-hosted with the Kentucky Association of County Counties’ (KACo) Lauren Carr, Opioid Settlement Advisor, this webinar put a spotlight on the power of local action in the battle against the opioid crisis. Gain insight into the 50% of funds dedicated to empowering local efforts, ensuring that resources meet the unique needs of each Kentucky community. Learn about local usage of funds, best practices related to prevention and sustainability, and hear from community voices about their work firsthand! 

During this webinar, attendees:

  • Gain an understanding of the Opioid Settlement Fund
  • Learn more about the 50% of funds administered to local jurisdictions
  • Hear about prevention efforts that target early adversity 
  • Hear from local perspectives of use of funds

Who Should Watch?

This webinar is tailor-made for individuals at the heart of local action—community leaders, local government officials, representatives from organizations focused on child and family well-being, healthcare professionals, educators, and all stakeholders passionate about contributing to a solution-oriented approach to the opioid crisis.

Be a part of this critical conversation to ignite hope and action within your community! Watch the webinar recording to learn how we can collectively utilize opioid settlement funds to build a stronger, healthier Kentucky.