International Overdose Awareness Day
Luminaries and photos framed walkways of the Newton Town Square, representing love for all who have lost someone to drug overdose and hope for those still struggling with substance use.
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Celebrate without Alcohol 2020
June is traditionally a time for celebrations and, school graduations are truly a milestone to remember! Although this year is a bit different it is still a time to celebrate. When celebrating, keep in mind that teens and even some adults might think it’s okay to include alcohol as a rite of passage.
Drop in for Recovery
Speak to a Recovery Coach for guidance and support and leave with hope and a plan. Mondays from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 4697 7580 Password: recovery
Recovery Coaching
Sussex County residents affected by substance use can connect with a Recovery Coach by calling or texting 844-SC-CLEAR (844-722-5327) 24/7. Peer-to-peer Telephone Support Service Navigation and Linkage to Treatment Recovery Planning
ACES…What should we know?
Don’t miss our series of short video clips on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) featuring a conversation with an overview about ACEs, their impact on community and relevance to substance use.
National Prevention Week
National Prevention Week (NPW) is a public education platform that promotes prevention year-round through providing ideas, capacity building, tools, and resources to help individuals and communities make substance use prevention happen every day.
2020 Alcohol Awareness Contest Winners
We are excited to announce the winners of our 2020 Alcohol Awareness PSA contest “I Can Be Anything I Want to Be … Alcohol-Free!”, where 10 Sussex County schools had winning entries! With over 150 submissions, these entries truly stood out.
Tackling Opioids Through Prevention for Athletes (TOP) Toolkit
Tackling Opioids Through Prevention for Athletes (TOP) Toolkit is intended to help guide and raise awareness of opioid use and abuse among young student athletes and to provide evidence-based recommendations and information that will encourage and promote policy and practice changes that will strengthen schools, athletic departments and community based athletic programs.