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Spokane Regional Health District is hosting a free community event“Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) invites community members of all ages to attend Healing Hands, Creative Hearts, a free event on Saturday, Aug. 29, that brings together art, music, conversation and local resources to strengthen community and recognize the impact of overdose deaths in the Spokane region.”
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The community event is named Healing Hands, Creative Hearts“Spokane Community Invited to “Healing Hands, Creative Hearts” to Honor and Remember Loved Ones Lost to Overdose Aug 25, 2026 community event, overdose awareness Media Contact Kelli Hawkins, Public Information Officer 509.324.1539 [email protected] Spokane, Wash. — Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) invites community members of all ages to attend Healing Hands, Creative Hearts, a free event on Saturday, Aug. 29, that brings together art, music, conversation and local resources to strengthen community and recognize the impact of overdose deaths in the Spokane region.”
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The event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29“The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Central Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave.”
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The event starts at 11 a.m.“The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Central Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave.”
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The event ends at 2 p.m.“The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Central Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave.”
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The event is held at the Central Spokane Library“The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Central Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave.”
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The Central Spokane Library is located at 906 W. Main Ave“The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Central Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave.”
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The event aims to honor loved ones lost to overdose“Spokane Community Invited to “Healing Hands, Creative Hearts” to Honor and Remember Loved Ones Lost to Overdose Aug 25, 2026 community event, overdose awareness Media Contact Kelli Hawkins, Public Information Officer 509.324.1539 [email protected] Spokane, Wash. — Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) invites community members of all ages to attend Healing Hands, Creative Hearts, a free event on Saturday, Aug. 29, that brings together art, music, conversation and local resources to strengthen community and recognize the impact of overdose deaths in the Spokane region.”
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The event aims to provide resources for healing“Healing Hands, Creative Hearts is designed for everyone in the community. Activities at the event will include a resource fair, live performers and fun activities. Attendees can listen to a panel of guest speakers including Gabriel’s Challenge CEO Kitara Johnson-Jones, BEAR Foundation Founder Brenton Sconce, and community members with lived experience. There will also be a chance to make memorial lanterns to honor loved ones.”
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The 2024-2025 Spokane County Community Health Needs Assessment shows overdose deaths rose from 77 in 2018 to 233 in 2023“The 2024-2025 Spokane County Community Health Needs Assessment reported that the number and rate of overdose deaths in Spokane County increased from 77 (14.8 deaths for every 100,000 people) in 2018 to 233 (42.3 deaths for every 100,000 people) in 2023.”
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Overdose death rates increased from 14.8 to 42.3 per 100,000 people“The 2024-2025 Spokane County Community Health Needs Assessment reported that the number and rate of overdose deaths in Spokane County increased from 77 (14.8 deaths for every 100,000 people) in 2018 to 233 (42.3 deaths for every 100,000 people) in 2023.”
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SRHD's Amanda Dugger is the overdose prevention coordinatorNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Amanda Dugger stated the event helps people 'gather to heal'““As somebody who has lost loved ones to overdose, I wanted to find a way people can gather to heal,” said Amanda Dugger, SRHD overdose and substance misuse prevention program coordinator.”
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Amanda Dugger stated the event shows support for those affected by overdose““As somebody who has lost loved ones to overdose, I wanted to find a way people can gather to heal,” said Amanda Dugger, SRHD overdose and substance misuse prevention program coordinator. “Conversation and creativity are ways to remind people they are not alone; there is support on their journey of recovery and healing, and their support for others is valued.””
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Activities include a resource fair“Activities at the event will include a resource fair, live performers and fun activities.”
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Activities include live performers“Activities at the event will include a resource fair, live performers and fun activities.”
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Activities include making memorial lanterns“There will also be a chance to make memorial lanterns to honor loved ones. These will be displayed at the Central Spokane Library on Overdose Awareness Day, Aug. 31.”
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Memorial lanterns will be displayed on Overdose Awareness Day“These will be displayed at the Central Spokane Library on Overdose Awareness Day, Aug. 31.”
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Overdose Awareness Day is Aug. 31“These will be displayed at the Central Spokane Library on Overdose Awareness Day, Aug. 31.”