Jackson County Health Department to host screening of Tipping the Pain Scale

     The Jackson County Health Department (JACOHD) is hosting a community screening of Tipping the Pain Scale, a documentary film addressing the opioid crisis. The documentary follows six people grappling with addiction, and details how communities address the problem. 
     The screening will take place on Thursday, March 23, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at MCC – Longview in the Education Center building (500 SW Longview Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64181)
     Prior to the screening, JACOHD is hosting a resource fair featuring local mental health and behavioral health organizations. Following the documentary, a panel of local experts will share information and answer questions about the impact of the opioid crisis in our county.
     Tipping the Pain Scale, released in 2022, features a number of innovative approaches to combating the opioid crisis around the country. The film follows community outreach workers practicing harm reduction in their neighborhoods, shows elected officials using their platforms to advocate for recovery resources and funding, and highlights the stories of athletes, artists, and other individuals whose lives have been impacted by addiction and overdose. You can view the trailer and learn more about the film at tippingthepainscale.com.
     The goal for this event is to increase awareness and inspire community members to take action, as well as highlighting mental health and addiction resources in Eastern Jackson County.
     Tickets are free, but JACOHD asks that attendees reserve a seat.  Click here to sign up online!