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Do you know any youth looking to make a change in their community? This event is for them! During the youth leadership event, participants will learn how to empower their friends and classmates to make safe, healthy decisions about not using alcohol and other drugs.

Be confident in yourself. Tell yourself you can do it and that you are capable. Your brain is a powerful part of your body. #destressmonday #destress #mentalhealth

Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools. Tips can be submitted at any time during any day. Learn more here: michigan.gov/ok2say/ #prevention #ok2say #coaltions

Before dropping off any of your children at a party, talk to them. Let them know you will pick them up if they make a mistake or help them create a plan if they start to feel uncomfortable at the party. For more information, visit, underagedrinking.samhsa.gov

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! On March 31st, we are hosting a youth leadership event! This event will empower youth to make safe, healthy decisions about not using alcohol and other drugs. We are looking for youth in grades 8th-11th to join us! Scan the QR code to register!

Happy 1st work anniversary to our Harm Reduction/Recovery Support Director, Steve Norris! Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication over the past year!

Planning ahead helps you know what you have going on for the upcoming week. It can help prioritize your projects, so you can boost your level of productivity. #timemanagment #destress #prevention #preventionworks

TODAY! Please join the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities for a FREE virtual Naloxone/Narcan training. Visit achcmi.org/training/narca… for the Zoom link!

Stress can affect everyone differently. This Monday, focus on what type of stress relief works best for you. Some stress relief options include mindfulness, deep breathing, movement, self-care, and positivity.

Did you receive Narcan in the past 2 years from the Alliance? Please check to see if it has expired. For a refill, go to: tinyurl.com/RefillNarcan

Anyone can be someone's support in a crisis. Read over these 5 steps to be prepared to help. #988 #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealth #prevention

Have you heard of risk factors before? Risk factors can vary between everyone, but they are important to keep an eye out for. #prevention #riskfactors #substanceuse

You are more likely to stay focused and complete your tasks when you are organized. Staying organzied will also help you reduce stress and sleep better. #timemanagment #organization #prevention #destress

Marijuana IS an addictive substance. The earlier you start using marijuana, the more likely you are to become addicted. #mj #prevention #preventionworks

You can eliminate distractions by finding a spot to work where other people won't interrupt you, putting your phone on silent and away where you can't see it, and focusing on one task at a time. #timemanagment #destress

Happy Presidents Day!

Parenting is hard. Parent Guidance is here for you. They offer educational courses, therapeutic support, parent coaches, and much more! Check out the website here: parentguidance.org

Not only will 7-8 hours of sleep make you feel awake the next day, but it can also reduce stress, improve your mood, and help you focus more clearly at work or school. #timemanagment #stressless #mentalhealth

This is a reminder that your teen’s brain is still developing, and they are still learning! Now is an important time to discuss drugs and alcohol and how they can affect their developing brain. #prevention #preventionworks #drugprevention #UAD

When making a listing or using your planner, prioritize which tasks are urgent and need to get done soon and which tasks can wait. This way, you won't miss any deadlines and will stay on track to achieving your goals. #timemanagment #prioritize #stressless