Walk for Lives
Walk for Lives is a community awareness event focused on fentanyl prevention, education, mental health, recovery, and supporting families impacted by substance use. The event is being organized in partnership with United Against Fentanyl, with support from the DEA, and will bring together community members, advocates, healthcare providers, and organizations committed to saving lives.
Free online training: Therapeutic Approaches for Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure
This program will address the evidence-based treatment approaches that appear to improve the developmental trajectory for individuals with prenatal substance exposure.
BHC Crisis and Justice Involved Continuum Committee
BHC Crisis and Justice Involved Continuum Committee. (2nd Thursday monthly @ 4:00 PM)
2026 Fentanyl and Beyond: A Community Response Summit
2026 Fentanyl and Beyond: A Community Response Summit
Mental Health Awareness Month: More Good Days, Together
When stigma, discrimination, and shame are removed from the equation, people living with mental illness may feel supported in enjoying everyday activities, seeking treatment, and achieving recovery.
Older Americans Month: Champion Your Health
Champion Your Health, underscores prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstone of healthy aging. Learn more about substance use and mental health struggles in older adults.
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. Sacramento County has several robust Treatment Courts.
National Prescription Take Back Day
A nationwide event that provides safe disposal of unused or expired prescription medications.
Community Conversation - District 1
Connect with Supervisor Serna and Sacramento County partners to discuss the impact of substances on our community and learn about available resources.
BHC Adult Prevention and Treatment Committee
BHC Adult Prevention and Treatment Committee (2nd Monday monthly @ 6:00 PM)
BHC Crisis and Justice Involved Continuum Committee
BHC Crisis and Justice Involved Continuum Committee (2nd Thursday monthly @ 4:00 PM)
BHC Youth Prevention and Treatment Committee
BHC Youth Prevention and Treatment Committee (1st Monday monthly @ 6:00 PM)
National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week
This annual observance focuses on the science of drug use and addiction that educates and empowers youth to make informed decisions about substance use and their health.
BHC General Meeting
Reviews, evaluates, and advises the Board of Supervisors regarding the community's public behavioral health needs and services.
Free Online Training: Building Stronger Bonds: Enhancing Parent-Child Attunement
For children to succeed and learn over the long term, they rely on a positive nurturing relationship with key adults in their lives. This session will address parent-child attunement, which is the ability to recognize, interpret, and respond to a child's needs in a sensitive and consistent manner and is essential for children who struggle with self-regulation as they attempt to process the world around them.
BHC Crisis and Justice Involved Continuum Committee
Examining and monitoring the community's public behavioral health needs, services, facilities, and special problems in any facility within the county where mental health or substance use disorder evaluations or services are being provided, with a focus on the crisis and justice-involved population.
BHC Adult Prevention and Treatment Committee
Examining and monitoring the community's public behavioral health needs, services, facilities, and special problems in any facility within the county where mental health or substance use disorder evaluations or services are being provided, with a focus on adults and older adults.
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day
This day is dedicated to increasing awareness about the dangers of methamphetamine use and the devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities.
National Prescription Take Back Day
Help make our communities safer and healthier by providing safe and convenient means of properly disposing of unneeded prescription medications.
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.
Behavioral Health Commission
Time: 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Click here for meeting details
World Mental Health Day
Join the movement to promote mental well-being, support those living with mental health conditions, and encourage open conversations to reduce stigma.
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.
Sacramento County Coalition for Youth (SCCY)
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Location: SCOE (Mather Room)
Future Forward Youth Listening Circle
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.
Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit
Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit
Join us to confront fentanyl by coming together, embracing solutions, and strengthening our response.
Location: Citrus Heights Event Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr.
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.