For teens: NIDA's National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, Jan. 22-28 National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW) counteracts myths about drugs and alcohol that teens get from the Internet, social media, TV, movies, music or friends. It was launched by scientists at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) to encourage educational events in communities so teens can learn what science has taught us about drug use and addiction.  The 11th annual Drugs & Alcohol Chat Day will be held during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week on Jan. 22, 2018. At this live, online chat held between high school students and NIDA scientists, students from around the country ask the questions they most want the answers to about drugs and drug misuse, including drug effects, how to help friends or family who misuse drugs and what causes addiction. Learn more about National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, Jan. 22-28 Learn more about Chat Day, Jan. 22

You are not alone: Youth Suicide Prevention resources Resources, talking points and shareable downloads are available to help spread the word about youth suicide prevention and to begin conversations with young people in your life. What can you do?   Talk with your family and friends about suicide. Contrary to myth, talking about suicide does not give someone the idea. Spread the word. Help is available. No one needs to feel they are alone. Know the warning signs. Suicide can be prevented. Learn more about what you can do

HOPE Awards: Make your nomination today! Do you know someone making a difference in our community? Presented annually, the HOPE Awards honor people and organizations who are making strides and influencing change to advance behavioral health right here in Stark County. The HOPE Awards honor people and organizations within the five following categories. Community Champion Advocate of the Year Young Advocate of the Year Professional of the Year Innovation Award Learn more and submit a nomination for HOPE Awards!

New CIT Awards: Nominate a law enforcement officer or champion today! The new Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Awards honor people who are advancing best practice in encounters involving people who may be struggling with substance abuse and/or a mental illness. The CIT awards recognize those who are making a significant positive impact in Stark County efforts to use de-escalation techniques in crisis situations improving the safety of the officer, consumer and family. Make your nomination today for: Stark County CIT Officer of the Year Nominees for this award are not only exceptional law enforcement professionals, they exemplify compassion, kindness and demonstrate the values of Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training. The Stark County CIT Officer of the Year will automatically be nominated for Ohio CIT Officer of the Year. CIT Champion of the Year Nominees for this award are dedicated, persuasive and compassionate advocates for the Stark County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) program. The Stark County CIT Champion of the Year will automatically be nominated for Ohio CIT Champion of the Year. Learn more and submit a nomination for CIT Awards!

We're hiring! Click below to learn more about current job openings at StarkMHAR! Electronic Health Record (EHR) Specialist

Don't miss these January 2018 trainings! Learn more about upcoming trainings from the StarkMHAR Training Center! Visit the Training Center

Save these 2018 dates! January 22–28: National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW). Learn more » March 12-13: Youth Mental Health First Aid. Register today » March 15: Cultural Influences in the LGBTQ Culture and Community April 2: Author Sam Quinones (Dreamland) at Palace Theatre. RSVP today » April TBD: Leadership Breakfast 2018 April 9-10: PartnerSolutions Informatics Forum May 15: Clinical Day 2018 May 22: Stark County Coloring Day June 21: Cultural Influences in the Faith-Based Culture and Community September 20: Cultural Influences in the Amish Culture and Community December 20: Cultural Perspectives on Trauma

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