DROOM Theatre Company shares with us OUD, their new docudrama centered around Washington, DC's opioid epidemic. Amidst a global pandemic and social unjust, awareness and education on socioeconomic divides and environmental stressors is increasing. OUD begins to dive into the hidden truths not shared in accessible research data, the science behind addiction, the effects of environmental stress, and divulge stories of resilience and the rewarding journey of recovery. Talkback with filmmakers to follow.
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As opioid related deaths continue to rise across the nation, Washington, DC has also experienced an alarming increase in fatal opioid overdoses. Live.Long.DC. is a comprehensive, collaborative, multi-agency approach to reversing the opioid epidemic in our city.
The Potter’s House is so grateful to be partnering with DROOM Theatre Company, with support from the DC Department of Behavioral Health, to bring you these opportunities to increase opioid use awareness and build resilience in our community.
To get support for you or a loved one using opioids, you can call the 24/7 Access HelpLine: 1-888-793-4357.