Upcoming Events
December 2: The Power of Connection: A Parent’s Greatest Protective Tool
Parent-child connection is key to healthy development and family wellbeing. Susan Caso will share how genuine connectedness protects kids from mental health challenges, substance use, and the pressures of growing up in a digital world. Learn practical ways to foster open communication, build trust, and strengthen bonds so children feel safe, seen, and supported. Register now.
January 13: Growing Minds and Modern Highs: THC, Hemp & Kratom
Explore the latest youth substances, including high-potency THC, hemp products, kratom, and psilocybin, and their effects on developing brains and mental health. Julie Dreifaldt shares the science, product insights, and practical strategies to help parents, educators, and adults guide youth safely. Register now.
Weekly Spotlight Family Support Groups
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard holds weekly Spotlight Family Support Groups, held virtually every Tuesday and Wednesday via Zoom. Spotlight on Recovery is a Family Educational and Support Group for families struggling with a loved one misusing substances. For more information click here.
NAMI Westchester
The families and members of NAMI Westchester are here to help! They offer understanding to anyone concerned about mental illnesses and the treatment of mental illness. To view their calendar, click here.
Virtual Naloxone Training
Naloxone is a prescription medicine that reverses an overdose by blocking heroin or other opioids in the nervous system for 30-90 minutes. Naloxone is administered by injection or intranasal. Following training, participants receive a kit by mail. Presented by our partners at Drug Crisis in Our Backyard. Please inquire about setting up a virtual training by contacting Susan Salomone at ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com.
Other Parents Like Me
An online parent to parent support community designed for parents of teens and young adults struggling with mental health issues. Learn more.
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance
Provides free mental health education opportunities to the public through webinars on a wide variety of mental health topics. Webinars are hosted every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. View their calendar of events here.