With the increase of COVID-19 across the commonwealth, first responders may become stretched thin and could be slow to respond to an emergency.
If you or a loved one is at risk of an overdose, be sure to keep naloxone handy.
Contact Sage’s Army!
Contact the Westmoreland Drug Overdose Task Force!
You can make a big impact by being there for someone struggling with a substance use disorder, especially during COVID-19 and isolation periods. Conversation starters from SAMHSA ⤵️
Help is available 24/7 ⏰, 365 📅 by calling 1-800-622-HELP.
The following webpage on the PA.gov site has COVID-19-related Information and resources for individuals, families and businesses in Pennsylvania.
Unfortunately, there are many Pennsylvanians that are dependent on alcohol. Therefore, it is important for all of us to be aware of and vigilant of alcohol withdrawal symptoms. There are people and places that can help. If you or a loved one is experiencing withdrawal from alcohol or any other substance, please utilize the resources available. Click on the flyer to the left and see the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal as well as phone numbers of people that can help.
Scroll down to check out these exciting events that are coming up in Westmoreland County…
Each one of the webinars in our series has been recorded and posted to our Webinar page. So, check them out!
With much deliberation we have decided to cancel our Mon Valley Opioid Coalition’s National Night out event that was originally slated for August 13th. We hoped to move it to October but with the uncertainty of events of this size we made the decision as a group to hold off this year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions an event of this size is not possible at this time. ANY person can celebrate a first responder any day of the week so make sure that you get to know your home town Police and EMS. Also thank you to all our community providers and agencies who participate in planning this was not an easy decision to make. See everyone for National Night Out in 2021.
Join us for our 2020 Drug and Alcohol Prevention Conference
Parents-For more information on how to talk with your teens about drugs and alcohol, click on the link below for free resources from SAMHSA or check out our Prevention Page:
Drug and Alcohol Case Management helps individuals with substance abuse problems access treatment services which includes detoxification, residential, halfway house, and all levels of outpatient services; partial, intensive outpatient and traditional outpatient.
The Thomas Nega Drug Free Lifestyle grants are made available by WeDAC in an effort to recognize and reward Westmoreland County grass roots organizations and community or school groups that have recently demonstrated their commitment to the promotion of drug-free lifestyles. The recipients propose to implement various activities and services that include family fun nights, installing vaping detectors, purchasing underage drinking educational materials, adding to faith-based recovery-friendly curriculum, social norming campaigns and so much more!!
The Mon Valley Opioid Coalition (MVOC) coalition was formed to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic in the Mon Valley area. Colleen Hughes, Executive Director of Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission and Monessen Police Chief Jim Smith co-chair the coalition. The coalition, whose vision statement is “Uniting the Mon Valley to ensure the long-term health, safety and well-being of individuals in the region,” meets monthly at Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission’s office building’s training room in Monessen.
The Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission, Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission and Fayette County Drug and Alcohol Commission work together to guide the efforts of the coalition. MVOC is data based, utilizing data in real time to determine what is most effective in combating opioid use overdoses. The University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Pennsylvania Opioid Overdose Reduction Technical Assistance Center, provides “concierge technical assistance” for the coalition.
You have the courage to make the call. Admitting you have a substance abuse problem is a difficult step. It’s also the first step on your road to recovery.
You have the courage to make the call. It’s also the first step on your loved one’s road to recovery.
Friday July 31, 2020 from 10 AM to 4 PM at Sage’s Army-Greensburg. Free HEP C and HIV Testing.
For more information contact Nakkia at 724-467-1922
Check out the Saint Vincent College Prevention Projects updates in the May/June 2020 Newsletter!
Save the date for the 14th Annual Ray of Hope Walk at Twin Lakes Park!
September 12, 2020
For more information:
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT SAGE’S ARMY, INC. IN OUR MISSION TO COMBAT ISSUES RELATING TO SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER BY PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SUPPORT TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES BY RAISING AWARENESS ONE PERSON AT A TIME.
