Opioid Project

Mission Statement

The mission of Region 5 Systems’ Opioid Project is to ensure that resources from the opioid settlement funds are allocated effectively and efficiently within Region 5 Systems’ service area.

Current Events

Opioid Settlement Funds Grant

The FY 25-26 Opioid Settlement Funds Grant Cycle is now in process. To submit interest in grant funding, please see the information below.

Opioid Grant Announcement
Opioid Grant Application
Settlement Fund Budget Request
Settlement Fund Project SMART Goals

Region 5 Opioid Needs Assessment Reports

Brief Report           Full Report

New video unveiled at the 3/19/2024 Opioid Summit in Lincoln

The Region 5 Systems’ Opioid Steering Committee is proud to announce the release of our new documentary about our plans to address the opioid epidemic in Southeast Nebraska.   You can download the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWkpmm3SCts

Region 5 Systems’ Opioid Remediation Settlement Fund Blueprint

The Region 5 Systems’ Opioid Remediation Settlement Fund Blueprint is available for download.

Opioid Steering Committee

*** Effective January 2025, meetings are held every other month***