Category: Prevention Education
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Family Recovery Coach Alicia Peterson, RSS, writes about the correlation between substance use disorder and domestic violence (DV).
Suicide Prevention Month
In an ongoing effort to save lives, Donna Bielefield, BA, a member of McCall’s Prevention Services team, wants everyone to know about McCall’s FREE QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training.
Healing Forces
A Message from Maria Coutant Skinner, President & CEO – With August marking Overdose Awareness Month and September observing both Recovery Month and Suicide Awareness Month, there is a wearisome intensity to this time of the year. However, finding inspiration and renewal is vital even when you are weary.
Family in Recovery Newsletter – National Recovery Month
Helping a loved one transition home after treatment – Since 1989, September has been recognized as National Recovery Month, an observance that promotes and supports new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, honors the country’s strong and proud recovery community, and salutes the dedication of service providers and community members who make recovery in all its…
Overdose Awareness
August 25 through August 31 marked Overdose Awareness Week, with International Overdose Awareness Day being observed on August 31. This year’s theme, “Together We Can,” highlights the power of our community when we all stand together.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – with Prevention Facilitators Chelsea Kapitancek, BA, and Joshua Licursi, MPH
When Does Gambling Become a Problem?
April 5th, 2024 It’s March – a time of basketball, brackets and, sometimes, betting. For some people, gambling can get out of control. Thanks to apps and the internet, the opportunity to gamble is greater than ever. If gambling is disrupting your life or the life of a loved one, the McCall Behavioral Health Network…