Community Based Prevention Services-Cleveland County

🌍 National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) is more than awareness—it’s about empowering our entire community with knowledge, connection, and action.

Substance use impacts individuals, families, workplaces, and neighborhoods—but so does prevention, education, and support. This week is a reminder that we all play a role in building healthier, safer communities.

💡 Why this matters for all of us:

Substance misuse doesn’t happen in isolation—it affects families, schools, businesses, and public safety.

Many people struggle silently. Awareness helps reduce stigma and opens the door for support.

Accurate information helps replace myths, misinformation, and harmful assumptions.

🧠 Let’s focus on facts, not fear:

Substance use can impact brain health, decision-making, relationships, and long-term well-being.

Early education and prevention can significantly reduce risk.

Recovery is possible—and support makes a difference.

🤝 What can YOU do this week?
✔ Start conversations with family, friends, and coworkers
✔ Share credible information and resources
✔ Support local prevention and recovery programs
✔ Check in on someone—you never know who may need it
✔ Encourage youth to ask questions and seek facts

🏡 Community starts with connection
Whether you’re a parent, educator, employer, faith leader, or neighbor—your influence matters. When we work together, we create environments where people feel informed, supported, and empowered to make healthy choices.

❤️ Let’s replace stigma with support.
Let’s replace silence with conversation.
Let’s replace myths with facts.

Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents, They’re Listening — Even When It Doesn’t Seem Like It! 👂💬

Talking with your kids about alcohol and other drugs can feel uncomfortable… but those conversations matter more than you think. That’s why the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign is here—to give parents and caregivers the tools, confidence, and support to start these important chats early.

✨ Kids who learn about the risks of substance use from their parents are far less likely to try it.

You don’t need the “perfect moment” — just small, everyday conversations can make a BIG difference.

Let’s work together to guide them, support them, and help them make healthy choices. 💙

👉 Learn more and get free conversation starters, tips, and resources: [insert local or campaign link]

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