Strengthening Families Program

YP IN COMMUNITY- The Yputh prevention team shared resources at the “Homeless resource fair” at the Longview Exhibit Center where the East Texas community came together to provide needed resources.

YP CELEBRATES: YP completes another cycle of the CBSG program. Congratulations BRAMLETTE Elementary School and the graduating students!

Al acercamos a la que puede ser la época más atareada del año, es importante recordar tomarse un tiempo para recargar energías.
📍Este fin de semana quédate en casa para descansar con tu libro, programa de televisión o pódcast favorito. 🎧
📍Rodéate de la naturaleza dando un paseo relajante
📍¿Te sientes deprimido y necesitas ayuda? Analiza cómo te sientes y encuentra recursos

As we approach what can be the busiest time of year, it’s important to remember to take some time for yourself to recharge.
📍Stay in this weekend and take some time to rest with your favorite, book, TV show or podcast 🎧
📍Surround yourself in nature by taking a leisurely walk at a local park or trail 🍂
📍Feeling down and need some help? Check in on yourself and find resources by using the Check-In at TurnToSupportsTX.org

Knowing how to seek help for substance use disorder—and where to find treatment—can help put you, or a family member or friend, on the path to recovery and a better quality of life. Find substance use disorder resources near you: Va.gov/directory/guide/SUD

Todos sabemos cómo se siente no tener a alguien en quien apoyarnos cuando enfrentamos problemas. Es posible que algunos amigos no te pidan ayuda cuando la necesitan. Habla con tus amigos y seres queridos hoy mismo.

We can all relate to the feeling of not knowing exactly who to turn to when we’re struggling. And some friends may not reach out when they need support. Reach out to your friends and loved ones today. Find additional resources: TurnToSupportsTX.org

Connection and friendship are important themes for this season. Sometimes it's the little things that are the most important. What are you grateful for?

Fall-elujah, it's fall! 🍁 🎃
Times can be tough and we could all use a reason to step away from the stress of the day-to-day and just relax. Take some time to connect with loved ones. Looking for an idea to celebrate the season? these festivities:
📍 Take some cute pictures and pick your favorite pumpkin at []
📍 Get lost in a corn maze at []
📍 Catch up with a friend over a pumpkin spice latte or apple cider at []
📍 Go for a hay ride at []

LET'S CELEBRATE VETERANS ALL MONTH - Learn about VA resources for family members who are supporting a Veteran with a mental health condition: Mentalhealth.va.gov/families/index.asp

TODAY IS WORLD KIDNESS DAY- A small act of kindness can have a significant impact on someone's day, and that's what World Kindness Day is all about.

Holding the door open, offering a compliment, paying for someone's coffee, or handing someone a flower just because you can, World Kindness Day celebrates acts of kindness big and small.

The international day highlights the good deeds done in communities across the globe and has been celebrated for nearly 30 years.

Do the youth in your community know that most of their peers don’t use substances? Check out SAMHSA's stats. Learn about social norms: www.hidta.org/adapt/prevention-intervention-resource-center