Upcoming Events

​October 7 - Driving It Home
Driving is often the first big test where freedom and responsibility meet, but the foundation is built long before a license. Through modeling, mentorship, and open conversations, adults can equip young people to make thoughtful decisions not just on the road, but also in the everyday challenges they face with friendships, technology, mental health, and substance use. Register now.

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October 16 - Virtual Overdose Prevention Training
Virtual Zoom training on the third Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Free training: Following training, participants receive a kit by mail. Register now: ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com

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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.​

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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.

 

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.