Red Ribbon Week
Oct
23
to Oct 31

Red Ribbon Week

Every choice we make is a piece of the bigger picture. Living drug-free helps build a strong, brighter future - one piece at a time.

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Mental Illness Awareness Week “Community”
Oct
6
to Oct 12

Mental Illness Awareness Week “Community”

This #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek is the perfect opportunity to promote the importance of mental well-being, reduce stigma, and inspire action. Let’s celebrate the strength of togetherness, break the silence around mental health, and create inclusive, supportive environments. 

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National Substance Use Prevention Month
Oct
1
to Oct 31

National Substance Use Prevention Month

This month presents an opportunity to engage communities in the effort to reduce substance use, while also highlighting the powerful impact and importance of prevention. Let’s continue to work collaboratively to raise awareness, share resources, and make prevention a priority- because every step we take today, builds a healthier tomorrow. 

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International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)
Aug
31

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)

On this day, the campaign aims to:

  • Increase understanding of overdose

  • Reduce the stigma associated with drug-related deaths

  • Promote changes that reduce the harms of drug use

Let's come together to support those affected by overdose and work towards greater understanding, compassion, and positive change.

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National Senior Citizens Day
Aug
21

National Senior Citizens Day

National Senior Citizens Day

National Senior Citizens Day recognizes older adults for their achievements and contributions to society. On this day, people are encouraged to spend time with senior citizens, volunteer at retirement homes, and recognize the valuable role seniors play in our community. 

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Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition
Aug
14

Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition

Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition

The next Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition meeting will be held virtually on the ZOOM platform. Registration will be required in order to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting. Please join us!

Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Location: Virtually via Zoom

Register in advance for this meeting.

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Family Day @Safetyville USA
Jun
21

Family Day @Safetyville USA

Family Day @Safetyville USA is back! This free event designed to give families valuable information & access to community resources in the Sacramento area all while including fun activities.

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How Drugs Harm Healthy Lifestyles & Healthy Lifestyles Prevent Drug Use: Free Webinar
May
21

How Drugs Harm Healthy Lifestyles & Healthy Lifestyles Prevent Drug Use: Free Webinar

Session Objectives

  1. Describe common healthy lifestyle behavior problems among youth.

  2. Identify why healthy lifestyle behaviors are critical for youth mental and physical wellbeing, performance and happiness.

  3. Describe how healthy lifestyles protect against alcohol and drug use and how substance use harms developing and maintaining healthy lifestyle behaviors.

  4. List 4 strategies for increasing healthy lifestyle behaviors among youth.

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Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition
May
15

Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition

Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition

The next Sacramento County Methamphetamine Coalition meeting will be held virtually on the ZOOM platform. Registration will be required in order to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Location: Virtually via ZOOM

Register in advance for this meeting.

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May
5
to May 11

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental health is very important- especially for children, who are still developing the tools they need to process emotions, cope with stress, and build resilience. Let’s all foster environments where children and youth can thrive and be their best selves. 

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May
1
to May 31

National Foster Care Month

There are over 368,000 children and youth in foster care (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). Approximately 18,500 youth are emancipated from foster care without a permanent family. National Foster Care Month is an important opportunity to spread awareness of issues related to foster care and acknowledge the parents, family members, foster parents, child welfare and related professionals, mentors, policy makers, and other members of the community who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections. 

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May
1
to May 31

National Treatment Court Month

Treatment Courts are problem-solving courts that promote accountability by combining judicial supervision with rigorously monitored rehabilitation and treatment services in lieu of detention. Currently, approximately 4,000 treatment courts across the nation are now considered the most successful justice intervention in our nation’s history. Sacramento County has several robust Treatment Courts. Learn more.

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May
1
to May 31

Older Americans Month

Join us in recognizing the contributions of older adults in our community and reaffirming our commitment to serving older adults with respect, compassion, and integrity. 

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National Fentanyl Awareness Day (NFAD)
Apr
29

National Fentanyl Awareness Day (NFAD)

NFAD brings together several organizations nationwide to take action to protect young lives from deadly fentanyl and fake prescription pills. While recent data shows progress in reducing overdose deaths from record highs, nearly half of teens still don’t know that counterfeit prescription pills often contain lethal amounts of fentanyl.

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