PreventEd

If you're looking for support and guidance for substance misuse or a substance use disorder, we've got you. Whether it be resources, counseling, or a peer specialist, we offer it all. Click this link to explore your options: prevented.org

#Moleg Advocacy Day with students from St. Louis County and @Prevent_Ed. These young leaders are saving lives through substance abuse prevention — honored to recognize them in the Senate chamber.

“It’s here, it’s open, and it’s available as a space to use ... This is a space where you can be (you) and be safe.” Read more from our recent feature in @myleaderpaper: bit.ly/3MyNMzN

As interest in psychedelics grows, so do important questions about safety, access, and prevention. Join us for a virtual discussion breaking down the science and public health considerations substance use professionals need to know. 💻 Register now: prevented.org/event/open-min…

Hear from Missouri's elected officials on their substance use policies during our annual Legislative Forum! You'll get to ask your own questions and learn more about the state's policy priorities. 🏛️ Sign up now and submit your questions in advance: prevented.org/event/12th-ann…

Media plays a major role in determining what the general public is talking about. Learn how media campaigns are a powerful tool in shaping youth attitudes toward substance use at our presentation with Ashley Johnson, MONG Counter Drug-DDRO. Register here: bit.ly/3Lzyo5Q

Save the date! 📆 PreventEd’s 52nd Annual Spring Awards Luncheon is coming up. Join us for lunch, awards, and a celebration of the people and partners helping prevent and reduce the harms of substance use in our community. Purchase your ticket now: wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblin…

Spread the word! Our Warming Unit is open this weekend to provide support during extreme cold. 📍 1601 Telegraph Rd, Lemay, MO 🕙 Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM ❄️ Monday and into next week: hours as needed based on weather

Parents ands teachers! 🗣️ Our Hear Us program is an incredible way for teens to get involved in hands-on policy and advocacy efforts as early as high school. Training workshops officially kick off on Sunday, so make sure to register your teen ASAP! prevented.org/event/hear-us-…

Heard we were reminiscing on 2016... 10 years later and our mission is still the same, led by many of the same incredible staff members. Except maybe with better style now 😎

An update on funding: Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. We couldn't do this work without you. prevented.org/donate/

A statement from our Executive Director, Jenny Armbruster.

We're keeping the community cozy to kick off 2026! 🪵🔥 PreventEd was happy to partner with @CAAStLouis through a coat donation this winter. ❤️

Executive Director Jenny Armbruster caught up with Megan Lynch this morning on @KMOX Total Information A.M. to discuss the growing accessibility of testing kits and how they can save lives. 🎙️Listen now: bit.ly/3ZcdRHs

Hear us out—you don't wanna miss out on this year's Hear Us program! 👂 Students get the opportunity to travel to the Missouri State Capitol to talk with lawmakers and create real change in their communities. Interested participants can register now: prevented.org/programs/hear-…

We're here to guide people to recovery one step at a time. Whatever their unique path looks like, we have experts dedicated to meeting clients where they're at and finding what best fits their needs. Schedule a screening and referral on our website: prevented.org/adult-assessme…

Our goals remain clear despite the changing world around us. 🌎 See where we stand on the biggest topics in the field as we approach and treat substance misuse as a public health concern in St. Louis.

It's a new year and a new day but GuidEd's still the same: Supportive, nonjudgmental and caring. Take a look at what some of our GuidEd participants, both adolescents and parents, had to say about their experience. 🧑‍🧒 💬

Get those creative ideas flowing! 💡 Our Cannabis Prevention Poster Contest opens January 30. 🎨 High school students: design a poster that uses credible facts and inspires healthy, informed choices. 📥 Download the flyer for full details: prevented.org/intheweeds

Happy New Year from PreventEd! 🎆 🪩 Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2026.

Something about night changes... Thanks for helping us celebrate a wonderful 60th year as an agency! Here's to even more! 🩵