Seattle Lunch and Learn: Understanding the fentanyl crisis with Valley Cities
Valley Cities hosts fentanyl crisis discussion Sept. 24 at the World Trade Center Seattle

As seen in Seattle Weekly.

The fentanyl crisis continues to impact families and communities across the Seattle area and throughout King County. To shed light on this growing community crisis, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is hosting a Lunch & Learn at the World Trade Center Seattle on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

This in-person event offers a chance to hear directly from Valley Cities’ clinical leaders about what they’re seeing on the front lines of treatment and recovery. Staff from Recovery Place Seattle and Recovery Place Kent will share their experience, highlighting both the challenges and the hope that exists when individuals and communities come together to support change.

“These conversations remind us that none of us are alone in this,” says Payton Standfill, Marketing Specialist at Valley Cities. “When people show up – whether to listen, learn, or lend their support – it sends a powerful message that our community is stronger together.”

Presenters include:

  • Richard Geiger, PhD, Chief of Inpatient and Residential Services
  • Teri Hardy, MBA, SUDP, MHP, Director of Recovery Place Kent (RPS)
  • Rose Baldridge, NCAC II, SUDP, Director of SUD Services

Lunch & Learn details: Understanding the fentanyl crisis with Valley Cities

  • Wednesday, Sept. 24 · 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
  • World Trade Center Seattle
  • Lunch includes a beverage, starter, and entrée for $24.
  • Complimentary valet parking provided.

The session will include time for audience questions, encouraging open dialogue and connection.

Attendance is capped at 15 guests. Tickets are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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“Support doesn’t always have to look like a grand gesture,” Standfill adds. “Sometimes it’s sharing what you’ve learned, connecting someone to resources, or contributing so programs like ours can continue providing care and supporting those in crisis within our community.”

To learn more about Valley Cities and their services, call 253-833-7444 or visit valleycities.org. Follow them on Facebook for news and updates.

Help support Valley Cities:

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care accepts one-time, monthly and legacy donations to help sustain and expand its services throughout King County.

If you or someone you know is currently struggling with mental health and/or addiction, contact the Valley Cities team by phone at 253-833-7444 or in person at your local Valley Cities location. You can also call the 24 hour crisis line at 206-461-3222 or toll free at 866-427-4747.

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