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Learn2Cope

Learn to Cope is a non-profit support network that offers education, resources, peer support and hope for parents and family members coping with a loved one addicted to opiates or other drugs.

Recovery-TreatmentSupport Group, Massachusetts
Botivin LifeSkills Training PreventionPrevention, Evidence-Based
Marijuana Anonymous Recovery-TreatmentSupport Group, National
ACE Suicide Prevention Program Info- Veterans and Family

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Brochure
The purpose of ACE is to help Veterans, their family members and friends. Learn that they can take the necessary steps to get help.

The acronym ACE (Ask, Care, Escort) summarizes the steps needed to take an active and valuable role in suicide prevention.The purpose of ACE is to help Veterans, their family members and friends. Learn that they can take the necessary steps to get help.
 

PreventionSuicide, Veteran
VA Mental Health

Your mental health is a critical component to your overall wellness. If you are experiencing mental health challenges, or suspect a family member would benefit from talking to a mental health provider, VA offers ways to help. Veterans and their family members can connect with support through in-person appointments at local VA facilities, telehealth sessions, and online resources. Learn more about how you or someone you care about can find help, either in your local community or online.

Veteran, Mental Health
mentalhealthfirstaid.org

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use problem, there are several resources available to find out more information or get connected with help. Check out some mental health resources... to include Support Groups.

Resources2019 Summit, Mental Health
Veteran Move Program

Welcome to the MOVE! Weight Management Program, supported by VA's National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (NCP). We at NCP are proud to make this program available to our Veterans. Now in its second decade, MOVE! includes the most up-to-date approaches for weight management. Please explore our website to learn more about MOVE!

Veteran
FL Families Baker Act

The Baker Act encourages the voluntary admission of persons for psychiatriccare, but only when they are able to understand the decision and its consequences and are able to fully exercise their rights for themselves. When this is not possible due to the severity of the person’s condition, the law requires that the person be extended the due process rights assured under the involuntary provisions of the Baker Act. Florida citizens who might harm themselves or others may be held involuntarily for assessment up to 72 hours. The statute for mental illness is called a Baker Act.  Background      FORMS

Community Resources, Recovery-Treatment, ResourcesCrisis, Baker Act, Florida, Tampa Bay
FL Family- Machman Act

Marchman Act Question and Answers and Forms.   Florida citizens who might harm themselves or others may be held involuntarily for assessment up to 72 hours. Background and detail information

ResourcesCrisis, Marchman Act, FL Family
nami.org

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.   Today, we are an association of more than 500 local affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need. Educate, Advocate, Listen and Lead     Warning Signs
Hillsborough

Resources2019 Summit, Mental Health, Duel Diagnosis
Nar Anon

The Nar-Anon Family Groups is primarily for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction problem of someone very near to you. We have traveled that unhappy road too, and found the answer with serenity and peace of mind.
When you come into the family group, you are no longer alone, but among true friends who understand your problem as few others could. We respect your confidence and anonymity as we know you will respect ours. We hope to give you the assurance that no situation is too difficult and no unhappiness is too great to be overcome.

Recovery-TreatmentSupport Group, National
National Council on Aging ResourcesElderly
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism AddictionPublications, Research, Grants, Alcoholism, addiction resources
Operation Prevention

The DEA has joined forces with Discovery Education to provide no-cost online tools that support every member of the community with the power of prevention. Help kickstart life-saving conversations today with standards-aligned English & Spanish-language resources for students in grades 3-12, plus additional resources designed for educators, families, and professionals.

ResourcesPrevention, Parents, Education Program
Operation Prevention

The DEA has joined forces with Discovery Education to create comprehensive, NO-COST digital curriculum tools to combat opioid misuse – available TODAY in every school, home, and state in the nation. With Virtual Field Trips, English & Spanish language standards-aligned K-12 curriculum resources, a parent toolkit, and a national peer-to-peer video challenge, look no further to kick-start life-saving actions today.

PreventionPrevention, DEA, Toolkits, Educators, Parents, Modules
Police Athletic League- Tampa

This is Tampa Bay's information... check your local area for something similar.

Registered Non-Profit

The Police Athletic League (PAL) is a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated to providing affordable after school, summer and athletic opportunities to more than 500 Tampa Bay youth.

Tampa Police Partnership

The Tampa Police Athletic League (PAL) partners with the Tampa Police Department to provide a safe, healthy environment for our community’s children and teens.

Tampa Police officers are assigned to PAL full-time to serve as coaches and mentors who teach campers safety and good decision making skills. PAL also  partners with a number of community organizations to provide athletic, educational and recreational development.

Community ResourcesTeens, After-School, Youth Opportunties, Prevention
PTSD: National Center for PTSD

We are the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.

PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments.

 

Veteran, PTSD
Real Recovery Community and Environment

Our mission is to provide a safe and stable recovery environment with strong community support system to help men to successfully transition in the real world.
We provide our residents with the opportunity to create a solid foundation for their recovery. Our program provides the accountability and community support that is essential for long term sobriety.

Recovery-TreatmentTransitional Housing, Community Living, Tampa Bay
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

There's far more to health than what happens in the doctor's office. Across the nation, RWJF supports programs which help communities to identify critical gaps in health, and advance policy and system changes aimed at preventing illness and increasing opportunity for better health for all.

PreventionPrevention
Success 4 Kids & Families

We support individuals and families coping with behavioral, emotional or mental health challenges, as well as pregnant women and their families through our Healthy Start Program. We offer a wide range of services to lend a helping hand to the families, children, youth and young adults in our community. We begin with a comprehensive assessment as to which service(s) will best meet the needs...and then we help navigate those services.  

Community ResourcesMental Health, juvenile justice system, Nuturing Parent Programs
samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Facility Locator and National Helpline
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Information- 

SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357) 

 

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

Recovery-Treatment2019 Summit
Take 12 Recovery Radio

Take 12 Recovery Radio and KHLT Recovery Broadcasting is a Faith-Based Recovery Talk and Positive Music Internet Radio Station.

The world's oldest recovery radio station broadcasting recovery talk and positive music 24 hours a day with a unique recovery focused show updated weekly. In addition to our weekly shows we have recovery workshops and special broadcast that air monthly.

Recovery-TreatmentRecovery, Radio, Support Group
timothyinitiative.org

The Timothy Initiative exists for broken men. That is our purpose and our calling. We welcome those that society rejects. In the face of addiction, homelessness, depression, and incarceration, we see men restored and healed through the power and love of Jesus Christ.

Recovery-Treatment2019 Summit, Recovery Programs
tinatalkstruth.com

Tina brings all the elements that you look for in a humorous motivational speaker: high energy, laughter, interaction, customization, and surprises around every turn with relevant content you can use to transform  your life!  

While customizing presentations for your Corporate Companies, Social Service Agencies and Schools, Tina will help:

Increase your Communication with Team Building Skills; Improve your Professional Effectiveness; Learn Components to Emotional Intelligence;Increase your Employee Productivity;Increase your Employee Retention.

Community Resources, Recovery-Treatment2019 Summit
Tina Talks Truth Ministry- books

Today, I have over 21 years sober and clean from drugs and alcohol. I am a woman in long term recovery. I have healed from my hurts, habits and hangups as learned in Celebrate Recovery and the 12 steps.
Author, Inspirational Speaker... Voice of Hope

Recovery-TreatmentBook, Speaker, Recovery
VA Choice Program

The new Veteran Community Care program provides Veterans with a greater choice over their health care, and allows VA to deliver world-class, seamless customer service either through a VA facility or community provider. There are a variety of improvements under the VA MISSION Act of 2018 that make community care work better for Veterans:

Community ResourcesVeteran
Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)

Vet Centers are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans, active duty service members, including National Guard and Reserve components, and their families. Readjustment counseling is offered to make a successful transition from military to civilian life or after a traumatic event experienced in the military. 

Veteran
Veteran Crisis Line

Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responderswith the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.

Veteran
VetRide

Providing safe and reliable transportation to all veterans requiring assistance traveling to and from VA health care facility and authorized non-VA health care appointments. This program offers these services at little or no cost to eligible veterans.
DAV transport: 844-842-6040

Veteran
VA Sunshine Healthcare Network

New Urgent Care Benefit Information

To find an urgent care center and pharmacy near you in our network, please visit Urgent Care Benefit website for important information about this new benefit.

Office of National Drug Control Policy ResourcesGrants, Policy, Research
DFAF- The Truth About Marijuana Addiction, ResourcesMarijuana, Pathway, Heroin, Video
The Human Brain: Major Structures and Functions AddictionVideo, Brain, NIDA
Colorado Opioid Deaths have increased since legalization of marijuana

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DrugsOpioid
Pathway to Heroin

STUDY:  Nonmedical prescription opioids and pathways of drug involvement in the US: Generational differences.      PDF form

The graph and report reflect no matter which generation heroin addiction does not begin by using heroin but other drugs.  The three  drugs that "prime" the brain and often lead to harder drugs are cigarettes, alcohol and marijuana.  We need prevention funding to help educate our children, parents and community leaders develop the skills and strategies to avoid drug abuse.   ADDICTION IS A PREVENTABLE DISEASE. 

Drugs, ResourcesOpioid, Pathway

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