# Event Details - **Event Name**: IMPACT SUD 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for IMPACT SUD 2026, InStep’s annual in-person conference focused on strengthening coordinated, community-based responses to SUD.About this EventIMPACT SUD 2026 - InStep’s annual in-person conference focused on strengthening coordinated, community-based responses to substance use disorder.InStep is a coalition of more than 200 multisector organizations across Central Indiana working together to improve communication, share best practices, and advance culturally responsive, trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches to care. Through collaboration, education, and public health leadership, we aim to reduce overdose morbidity and mortality while improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.This year’s conference will take place on July 14 at the Indianapolis Central Library and will feature a full day of learning, connection, and practical strategies for professionals across sectors. The day will open with a fireside chat featuring Dr. Jerome Adams, former Indiana State Health Commissioner and the 20th U.S. Surgeon General. Attendees will also have an opportunity to attend expert sessions on trauma-informed care, care coordination and transitions, comorbid SUD and chronic pain, updated CDC pain management guidance, suicide prevention, and more (see full schedule below).Opportunities for multisector networking will be provided prior to the beginning of the conference and during an extended lunch.We are proud to partner with the Indiana University School of Medicine to offer up to 5.5 hours of continuing education (CE) for attendees, including physicians, psychologists, nurses (including advanced practice), pharmacists, social workers, and others (professionals in peer support and public health). See https://iu.cloud-cme.com/IMPACTSUD26 for more information regarding continuing education.Registration is only $45 and includes conference admission, continuing education credits, parking, breakfast, and lunch.Register today to reserve your spot.IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR ALL ATTENDEESFree parking is available in the library garage at 841 N. Pennsylvania St., just south of 9th St. A light breakfast and boxed lunch will be provided. Please let us know during registration if you desire a vegetarian lunch. Unfortunately, while we work with our catering partner to offer a selection of menu options, we cannot guarantee the absence of specific allergens in any dish. Attendees with food allergies or dietary restrictions are responsible for reviewing ingredient information and/or making independent dining arrangements as needed.CONFERENCE SCHEDULE8:00-8:30 Vendor table set-up8:30-9:15 Registration/breakfast9:15-9:30 Opening remarks by Tammie McCaskill, MPH, CPH9:30-10:30 Opening plenary session: A Fireside Chat with Jerome Adams, MD, MPH moderated by Matthew Aalsma, PhD10:30-10:45 Break10:45-12:00 Break-out sessions:Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics: The Three Pillars of Crisis Response and Care Transition, Vanessa PatakyCurrent Drug Trends and the HIDTA-CDC Foundation Collaborative's Overdose Response Strategy Program, Kevin HunterTrauma-Informed Care, Cara Berg Raunick, DNP, CNP, CSC, IF12:00-1:15 Lunch and extended networking session1:15-2:30 Break-out sessions:Culturally Appropriate Care in Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery, Tammi Nelson, PhDThe Absolute Need for Warm Handoffs and Peer Support throughout the Recovery Process, Phil StuckyQuestion, Persuade, and Refer (QPR): A Suicide Prevention Workshop, Part 1, Sgt. Lance Dardeen and Kimble Richardson, M.S., LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAC [Must also attend Part 2]2:30-2:45 Break2:45-4:00 Break-out sessions:Managing Pain Utilizing CDC Best Practices in Patients with and without Opioid Use Disorder, Kelly Kretzer, PharmD, RPhConflict Management and Active Listening Skills, Kevin HunterQuestion, Persuade, and Refer (QPR): A Suicide Prevention Workshop, Part 2, Sgt. Lance Dardeen and Kimble Richardson, M.S., LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAC [Must also attend Part 1]4:00-4:15 Break4:15-5:00 Closing plenary session: Adolescent Substance Use - What Adults Need to Know, Zachary Adams, PhDSPONSORS AND EXHIBITORSSponsorship opportunities and exhibitor table reservations are now closed.IMPACT SUD 2026 would not be possible without our event grantor, Marion County Public Health Department, and our Premier Sponsor, The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis. Thanks for your support of this event and strong commitment to Central Indiana.We are also grateful for the substantial contributions of our event Gold Sponsors: Firefly Children & Family Alliance and United Healthcare.Additional event sponsors and exhibitors include:Sponsors:Addiction Rehab CentersAllendale TreatmentAspire Indiana HealthBowen HealthC. Todd Creations PhotographyOverdose LifelineThriveExhibitors:Addiction Rehab CentersAlkermes, Inc.Allendale TreatmentAlosa HealthAspire Indiana HealthCleanSlateCommunity Fairbanks Recovery CenterDamien CenterFirefly Children & Family AllianceHIV Modernization MovementIndiana University Department of PsychiatryIndiana University Indianapolis ECHOIndianapolis Public Library Social WorkMarion County Public Health DepartmentNuLife Behavioral HealthOverdose LifelinePinnacle TreatmentRecovery Assist PlatformSchools CareSeeds of HopeSpark RecoveryThe Health Foundation of Greater IndianapolisThriveUnited HealthcareVolunteers of America Ohio and Indiana https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/8a95a380-7d0f-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w1200-h591-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8ad28570-7d0f-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w922-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/impact-sud-2026/100001990354992361 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, business, conferences, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes - Location: Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 45, max: 5000, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Indianapolis - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library - **lat**: 39.7781645 - **long**: -86.1567697 - **full address**: Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library, 40 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: IMPACT SUD 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3af705bc7347d774acabde5689092fa1c7ead7088724a1244b432abe01fea302-rimg-w1200-h800-dc5e4d2c-gmir.jpg?v=1779812471 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is IMPACT SUD 2026 being held? - **A:** IMPACT SUD 2026 takes place on Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am to Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library, 40 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing IMPACT SUD 2026? - **A:** IMPACT SUD 2026 is organized by InStep, Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** IMPACT SUD 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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