Port Orange South Daytona Chamber Works to Combat Opioid Crisis

In the first few months of 2025 the Port Orange South Daytona Chamber of Commerce has held multiple events and initiatives as part of an effort to combat the effects of the opioid crisis within Volusia County. The Chamber has taken steps to try and utilize its strengths within the business community to address the issue where they're able.

“Our goals are clear: replace drug dealers with hope dealers, because recovery is viable," said Port Orange South Daytona Chamber President & CEO Barbara Ann Heegan. "A recovery-friendly workplace fosters a culture of support that highlights this.”

The first event was an 'Eye Opener Breakfast' held on Friday, February 21st. The breakfast featured keynote speaker Dr. James Fulcher, the Volusia County Medical Examiner. At that event Fulcher spoke to the rise of opioid fatalities and outlined actions that can curtail the trend. Also speaking was Volusia Recovery Alliance Director Karen Chrapek, plus Joe DeMore and Ashley Grimes from the Florida Recovery-Friendly Workplace Coalition.

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