Archived News
ADAMH and AVITA Partner to Prevent Drug Misuse
BUCYRUS / GALION / CRESTLINE – August 27, 2020 – The Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board and Avita Health System are working together to prevent drug misuse in Crawford County with the help of Deterra® Drug Deactivation System. Deterra uses pouches that are activated by carbon to permanently destroy prescription and over-the-counter pills, patches, liquids, creams, and films. They are available in various sizes and each pouch can destroy dozens of
Gambling Support Group Meets Monthly in Marion
A support group for individuals struggling with gambling, as well as their family members, is being offered on the third Thursday of the month from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Marion Public Library, 445 East Church Street. These are open format meetings, not a 12-step program. For details, contact Michele Miley-Scott at 937-644-2838, ext. 277.
Free Suicide Prevention Movie Screenings in Bucyrus and Galion
As the holidays approach, many individuals find it difficult to celebrate because they have lost a loved one to suicide or may be struggling with suicidal thoughts themselves. In an effort to help those who are hurting know they are not alone, the ADAMH Board, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Marion and Crawford Counties (NAMI), Community Counseling Services (CCS), and the Crawford County Suicide Prevention Coalition are sponsoring
MCADAMH Partners With Operation Hope For Street Recovery Event
Operation Hope: Together We Hurt, Together We Heal, has partnered with the Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board to sponsor Street Recovery, a FREE faith-based event on September 14 from 12-6 pm at Schines Art Park in Bucyrus. Individuals in recovery or seeking recovery from addiction, as well as their loved ones, and anyone wanting to join our community in the battle against addiction should attend. There will be free food, lots
Street Recovery
Operation Hope, Together We Hurt, Together We Heal, and the Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board are sponsoring Street Recovery, a fun FREE faith-based event on September 14 from 12-6 pm at Schines Art Park in Bucyrus. There will be free food, lots of activities for kids, resources and giveaways, wellness screenings, naloxone trainings, and recovery coaches available. Individuals in recovery or seeking recovery from addiction, as well as their loved ones,
StreetSmart Ohio Drug Education Program
Join us for this FREE, eye-opening drug education program designed specifically for adults. Presented by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Street Smart Ohio is perfect for parents, teachers, social workers, pastors, youth leaders, community partners, or anyone who works with young people. You'll learn about current drug trends, terminology, paraphernalia, and influences of the drug culture on children. The training will be held October 10 from 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Naloxone Training Crawford Public Health
Naloxone Training Crawford Public Health Are you worried about a family member or friend taking opiates? Join us for a training on how and when to give Naloxone and receive a free Naloxone kit to carry with you. For more information contact : Crawford-Marion ADAMH at 419-562-7288 Crawford County Public Health at 419-562-5871
Americorps – Addressing Crawford-Marion’s Opioid Epidemic
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8th Annual Community Care March
Support Addiction Recovery by attending this event in Galion with guest speaker, Sarah Thompson of Ohio Citizen Advocates for Addition Recovery. DOWNLOAD THIS POSTER Click on Link Below: 8th annual community care march
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at thousands of locations across the country, including a new venue in Marion County. Residents may now drive up to the Blue Entrance at the OhioHealth Marion Medical Campus, 1050 Delaware Avenue, and drop off their medications. Expired or unused prescription and over-the-counter drugs, including pills, liquids, and syringes, are accepted. Law enforcement
Marion Area Counseling Center Hosts Local ‘Youth Mental Health First Aid’ Training
Similar to ‘First Aid’ and CPR, ‘Youth Mental Health First Aid’ teaches individuals how to help adolescents experiencing mental health challenges or crises WHO: Members of the local community who interact regularly with young people. Teachers, coaches, school staff, parents, family members, caregivers, health and human services workers, volunteers, and other caring citizens who want to learn how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a