Assembly Bill 541 – Treating Tobacco Dependence in Behavioral Health Settings

A FREE training brought to you by Alameda County Public Health and Behavioral Health Departments, in contract with Lifelong Medical Care, Tobacco Treatment Program

DATE: Friday February 24th, 2023, 10am-11am
TRAINER: Patricia Sanchez, MPH
LOCATION: Virtual (live, online webinar)
AUDIENCE: Administrative and Clinical Staff of ACBH-funded substance use treatment and mental health programs
DESCRIPTION: Participants will learn about the new Assembly Bill 541 which requires all behavioral health agencies to screen and assist clients with tobacco use disorder. Attendees will learn about the research that supports the benefits of quitting tobacco in behavioral health populations, tobacco treatment best practices and resources such as group curriculum and the Kick-It-California Helpline.

Registration is essential, deadline by Thursday February 23rd, 2023
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ab-541-treating-tobacco-dependence-in-behavioral-health-settings-virtual-tickets-482717148987

Questions? See flyer or Contact Linda Nguyen lnguyen@lifelongmedical.org