Dry January
January is seen as a time for abstaining from alcohol and other substances for the first month of the year to promote healthy activities and a fresh start. This works well for those who are interested in seeing how taking a break from substances impacts their lives.
Reaching Rural Initiative
On behalf of the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA); the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; the State Justice Institute; and the National Association of Counties, the Institute for Intergovernmental Research is excited to share with you a new initiative, Reaching Rural: Advancing Collaborative Solutions. This new initiative is grounded in … Read more
National Friendship Day
Friends – the family that we choose – is celebrated on National Friendship Day on August 7. While friendships are important to all of us, close and supportive friends can be especially crucial to those in recovery. This is a day to celebrate and reflect on those relationships that often provide a foundation for those … Read more
International Never Give Up Day
August 18th is International Never Give Up Day. This day is a global celebration of cultivating a mindset of determination. Our experiences working and living with people affected by the opioid epidemic brings us into daily contact with those who “never give up.” This is a day to celebrate them! Go to https://www.nevergiveupday.com/10-best-things-to-do/ for some … Read more
National Parents Day (July 24th)
July 24th is National Parents Day. It is meant to recognize “outstanding parents, celebrate the teamwork in raising children, and support the role of parental guidance in building a strong, stable society.” Those involved in work with substance use disorders know that parenting with an SUD is difficult for the entire family. In 2017, there … Read more