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. Get yours: bit.ly/2Mdns9W
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.
Due to the requirements of Social Distancing, Sage’s Army will be holding meetings via Zoom. Zoom is a video conferencing app. The dates and times are on the flyer or just go to Sage’s Army website for more information.
Every Monday-Friday at 8:00 AM
Hosted by Adam Daykon from Sage’s Army on Zoom
Zoom Meeting ID: 896-909-7174
For more information go to www.sagesarmy.com
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…
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW), an annual health observance week, connects teens with experts to SHATTER THE MYTHS® about drugs and alcohol, with more than 2000 local events every year. National Drugs & Alcohol Chat Day, held during NDAFW, provides an online opportunity for thousands of students from around the country to communicate directly with NIDA scientists in a Web Chat, asking questions about drugs and alcohol. Click below to checkout our Prevention Page to take the NIDA’s National Drug & Alcohol IQ Challenge as well as get facts and other drug and alcohol awareness and prevention information from March 30-April 5, 2020.
Save the Date —August 13, 2020
Join us for the 4th Annual Mon Valley National Night Out…Food, Family, Free Bike Raffle for all kids. Get to know your first responders.
CSAY and the Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission are hosting a Prevention Conference on Friday, May 22, 2020 from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM at the Westmoreland County Community College-Student Achievement Center! Some of the topics include: Vaping, Compassion Satisfaction-Avoiding Burnout, Trauma & Addiction-Impact on the brain, and how prevention and recovery work together. The event is free and lunch will be provided.
Free vendor spaces available!
Credits available!
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 would like to hear your thoughts on substance abuse in our community, please take a moment and complete our survey.
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.
Check out the Saint Vincent College Prevention Projects updates in the March 2020 Newsletter!
Save the date for the 14th Annual Ray of Hope Walk at Twin Lakes Park!
September 12, 2020
For more information:
1 in 5 youth are affected by a mental health disorder. Stigma
associated with mental health creates an environment of
shame, and fear and silences students from speaking up and
getting help. It is our goal to STOMP OUT STIGMA,
EDUCATE the public and offer HOPE and SUPPORT to those
struggling alone in mental un-wellness.
Saturday April 25, 2020
Registration begins at 9am followed by the walk at 10am
Twin Lakes Park (Lower Lake), Greensburg
Outside In will be holding their 15th Annual Golf Outing at Champion Lakes Golf Resort in Bolivar, PA. The day begins with registration at 9:00 AM. The event is in a Scramble format with a Shotgun start at 10:00 AM. Mulligans will be available for your team to purchase. There will be some skill contests included as part of the registration fee, and 2 “chance at the green” holes that you will have the opportunity to try. Chinese Auction items will be available for bid and a 50/50 raffle will be held.
Lunch will be provided at the turn.
Water and assorted soft drinks will be provided throughout the day!
After your round of golf is complete, dinner will be provided and prizes, Chinese Auction items, and the 50/50 prize will be awarded.
Any questions regarding the golf outing can be submitted to us through email at:
[email protected]
Click the link below to check out the Certified Recovery Specialist Training offered at FAVOR~Western PA in Bolivar.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
A revolutionary training, developed by Lost Dreams Awakening, that explores the latest neurobiology of addiction and recovery. Discover what leading *researchers, *scientist, and *experts with lived experience, have learned about the Science of Addiction and Recovery.
DATE: APRIL 1, 2020
TIME: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
LOCATION: LDA @ 408 8th St., Rear, New Kensington, PA 15068 (Free parking in the rear)
TRAINING FEE: $20
This training is open to every person interested in learning about the basics of the Science of Addiction & Recovery. Registration is limited to 40 participants. Registration can be done online at: www.recoverysupportservices.net or by Email at: [email protected]. A Training Certificate will be issued to all participants who complete the entire six (6) hours of the training.
Lost Dreams Awakening (LDA), a registered 501(c) 3 Non-Profit, Recovery Community Organization empowers Volunteers to provide FREE Recovery Support Services to individuals, families, and partners, who are in or seeking recovery from a substance use disorder. LDA is honored to host the largest FAMILY RECOVERY event statewide and we invite you to be a participant in the 8th Annual “Recovery – It’s A Family Affair” Fashion Show & Luncheon, being held on Saturday, April 4, 2020, at the Quality Inn Grand Ballroom, New Kensington, PA.
Please contact Laurie @ 724-594-7903 for any additional information needed to participate in this Annual Family Recovery Event. Thank you in advance for your consideration to participate in Recovery – It’s A Family Affair!
This LDA training is one is a series offered by LDA: “Building Family Recovery Capital Series” Lost Dreams Awakneing has developed a Family Recovery Training Series entitled: “Building Family Recovery Capital”. Family Recovery Pathways & Mutual Aid training takes a deep look into the dynamics of various Recovery Pathways and Mutual Aid supports avaialbe to the Family seeking recovery for themselves, while supporting a loved one with Substance Use Disorder. This training equips participants to immediately share training information with others.
DATE: APRIL 18, 2020
TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION: LDA @ 408 8th St., Rear, New Kensington, PA 15068 (Free parking in the rear)
TRAINING FEE: $20
Registration can be done online at: www.recoverysupportservices.net or by Email at: [email protected].
