The fourth of eight events will occur Monday, November 27, 2017 at  Thomas Worthington High School (300 W. Granville Road,  Worthington, 43085) from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  

Title: NIX Opiates

Session Description:

Created by Ohio American College of Emergency Physicians, the program educates about the disease of addiction and the deadly consequences of overdose. The NIX Opiates program is suitable for all community members. Parents, this is an excellent opportunity to bring your teen(s) to get educated and start a conversation about the dangers of drug use.

Keynote Speaker:

James Chan MD is an emergency physician who practices in Columbus and throughout the state of Ohio. He graduated from The Ohio State University medical school and residency programs. He was elected fellow of the American College of
Emergency Medicine in 2015. He has been a Worthington resident for the past 12 years.

Event details:

6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Free dinner for community members (adults and youth ages 5-15) Provided by Congregation Beth Tikvah
6:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. NIX Opiates presentation
6:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Youth activity provided by Ben Wilson, Physical Education Teacher, Bluffsview Elementary

As a reminder:  Drug Safe Worthington, in collaboration with Worthington Schools, is hosting an eight part "Worthington Cares" Speaker Series for the community.  The focus of the series is on mental health, substance use, addiction, and bullying.  Participants will gain prevention strategies and resources for help in dealing with these issues.

The "Worthington Cares" speaker series is open to all members of the community.  To encourage participation, every speaker series event will include a free dinner as well as supervised activities for youth ages 5 - 15. The supervised will promote a healthy and drug free lifestyle.  The speaker portion of the event begins at 6:45 p.m. for those who cannot attend dinner.


"Worthington Cares" Speaker Series Save the Dates!  All events are from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Date                                 Location
November 27, 2017       Thomas Worthington High School
January 22, 2018           Worthington Kilbourne High School
February 26, 2018          Thomas Worthington High School
March 19, 2018              Worthington Kilbourne High School
April 23, 2018                 Thomas Worthington High School

For details on upcoming speaker series, including topics and presenters, please go to our website www.drugsafeworthington.org.

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Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 22 so we can plan food and youth activities accordingly.