NATIONAL PREVENTION WEEK | MAY 7-13, 2023 |
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National Prevention Week (NPW) is a national public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance misuse prevention and positive mental health.
Three ways to get involved:
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Host a Community Event - During National Prevention Week and year-round, thousands of organizations and individuals across the country host health fairs, block parties, educational assemblies, town hall meetings, memorial walks, social media campaigns, outdoor events, and more. These community events help raise awareness about the importance of preventing substance misuse and promoting mental health in a fun and engaging way.
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Share your #MyPreventionStory - #MyPreventionStory captures the vast array of prevention experiences and stories. We want to grow this online conversation to reinforce why prevention is important and celebrate all that it has to offer! Share your unique perspective by using the #MyPreventionStory hashtag across social media.
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Use the Planning Toolkit - The National Prevention Week Toolkit can help you host a successful event that connects your community’s efforts to the national observance. The Toolkit has tips on choosing an event topic, hosting logistics, partnership ideas, promotional strategies, and more. Download the Toolkit.
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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH | MAY |
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Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. In May, ODP joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. Here are some resources to help you get involved: |
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Idaho H.O.P.E. Week | May 8-12 |
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In celebration of H.O.P.E Week from May 8-12, the Idaho Resiliency Project will be providing HOPE Kits with everything you'll need to make the week a success. From drawstring backpacks to training guides, frisbees, jump ropes, and stickers - they've got you covered! Visit idahohopeweek.com to learn how you can get involved and make a difference. Be a part of spreading resilience and hope in your community.
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Empower Idaho| 2023 Idaho Mental Health Month Toolkit
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Empower Idaho joyfully presents the 2023 Idaho Mental Health Month: Together in Story Toolkit. This toolkit was designed for use by all with the intention to change the conversation about mental health in Idaho to one of compassion, understanding and advocacy.
Their toolkit contains information and resources to help you as an individual, or your organization, celebrate Mental Health Month, through tools such as pre-made social media posts featuring work by local artist Bobby Gaytan, avenues to advocate for mental health in your community, and mental health resources.
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Convo Cards - New Design! |
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Use these free conversation starters to connect with each other over the dinner table, in the car, or at bedtime. You’re sure to learn things you didn’t know about each other and solidify your family bonds.
These cards come in two sets: questions for parents to ask kids, and questions for kids to ask parents
Cards feature artwork by local artist, Bobby Gaytan.
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FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray |
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On March 29, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Narcan, 4 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription, use – the first naloxone product approved for use without a prescription. Naloxone is a medication that rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose and is the standard treatment for opioid overdose.
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Community Resilience Initiative (CRI) |
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Lewis-Clark State College
CEU's Eligible Training
APRIL 25, 26, & 27
Afternoon Sessions: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Evening Sessions: 6 PM - 8 PM
- Three - Two Hour Zoom Sessions
- Certificate of Completion
- 6-hours of training
Required Registration Now Open
- Email Ginny Foote at:
- ginny@footelong.com
- Information needed
- Name
- Email
- What session you will attend
- Afternoon or Evening Session
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NEW TOOLKIT | FENTANYL: ALL IT TAKES IS EVERYTHING |
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Digital Engagement, Media Outreach, and Advocacy Toolkit |
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The Governor’s Office, working with law enforcement, behavioral health professionals, policymakers, tribes, and the public, has identified a need to significantly boost awareness around the dangers of fentanyl. In January of 2023, the state launched a statewide multi-media campaign, Fentanyl: All It Takes Is Everything, and the more people who are exposed to this message, the more lives can be saved.
The horrors of fentanyl can reach anyone, so we want our message to reach everyone.
We have developed this toolkit to help our partners and fellow Idahoans share the message out to all corners of the state.
Use the Media Outreach and Digital Engagement resources in this toolkit to share information about fentanyl and the campaign with your friends, family, and community.
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NEWS STORIES & REPORTS | UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Local News
National News Stories
Research
Reports
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Observances
Webinar & Training Opportunities
- April 25 - 27: Community Resiliency Initiative (CRI) Training. Learn more.
- May 9, 11, 16, and 18: Prevention Ethics, an Enhanced Prevention Learning Series. Learn more.
- May 17: Prevention Spotlight: What Does & Does Not Work in Prevention. Learn more.
- June 20 - 23: SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST). Learn more.
- June 26 - 30: Youth in Custody Certificate Program. Learn more.
Next Month...
- May is Mental Health Month. Learn more.
- May 7 - 13: National Prevention Week. Learn more.
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May 11: National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Learn more.
- May 14: Mother's Day
- May 29: Memorial Day
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We envision a safe and healthy Idaho free from the devastating impact of substance use on youth, families, and communities. |
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