SAMHSA, August 2023 According to the latest provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 110,000 lives were lost to overdose in the 12-months ending in March 2023, with fentanyl and other synthetic opioids as the main...
Prevention Websites
SAMHSA Suicide and Suicidal Behavior Webpage
SAMHSA, September 2023 September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Visit SAMHSA's Suicide and Suicidal Behavior Webpage to learn how to recognize the warning signs when someone’s at risk and what action steps you can take. To access this webpage, click here.
SAMHSA’s Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC)
SAMHSA, September 2023 The SAMHSA Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC) helps states, U.S. territories, tribes, and local providers plan for and respond to mental health and substance use–related needs after a disaster. Visit the DTAC webpage to learn more...
Back to School and Mental Health: Supporting Our Children for a Successful Year Ahead (SAMSHA Blog)
SAMHSA, August 2023 Check out this blog post from SAMHSA to access resources on wellness and encouragement and learn strategies to support children as they begin the school year. To access this post, click here.
The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity
The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity provides behavioral health practitioners with vital information on supporting the population of people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, two-spirit, and other...
Rhode Island Local Tobacco Control Ordinances and Policies
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 This archive contains city and town ordinances from around Rhode Island organized by policy topic and is in chronological order from oldest to newest dates. These are valuable resources for assessing the status of tobacco policies in...
Rhode Island Tobacco 21 Public Awareness Campaign
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 This Campaign was designed by Tobacco Free Rhode Island. It includes free resources for community partners to educate retailers about the tobacco sales age increase and resources for retailers to educate consumers. To access this...
Alternative to Suspension Program: INDEPTH Intervention for Nicotine Dependence: Education, Prevention, Tobacco and Health
American Lung Association, 2022 INDEPTH™ is a free, convenient, alternative to suspension or citation program that helps schools and communities address the teen vaping problem in a more supportive way. Instead of solely focusing on punitive measures, INDEPTH™ is an...
Drug Take Back
RI Regional Coalitions and BHDDH, October 2022 Drop off medications from 10:00 - 2:00 PM at local police stations around the state. Find a location by clicking here.
My Life My Quit
My Life, My Quit is the free and confidential way to quit smoking or vaping. Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or access the website to chat with a Coach for free, non-judgmental support. My Life, My Quit is here for you every step of the way. It's YOUR LIFE and My Life,...