Abilene Recovery Council

04/13/2026

Bring your lunch and join the conversation.

On April 20th, from 12:00 - 1:00 PM, we’re hosting a Fentanyl Awareness Training at Texas State Technical College (Campus Room # 125). Learn directly from Cindy Frazier of Abilene Recovery Council about the realities of fentanyl and how to stay informed.

Your awareness matters.

04/07/2026

Strong families aren’t built overnight—they’re built piece by piece. 💛

PADRES is here to walk alongside caregivers every step of the way with support, education, and resources to help families thrive.

Support. Educate. Empower.

Contact: Region2Padres@abirecovery.org

04/04/2026

Healing starts at home—and no one has to do it alone. 💛

PADRES supports caregivers in building strong, healthy families through education, connection, and access to resources.

Seen. Heard. Supported.

👉 Serving families who are expecting or have a child under age 6.
Contact: Region2Padres@abirecovery.org

04/02/2026

Bring your lunch and join the conversation.

On April 7th, from 12:00 - 1:00 PM, we’re hosting a Fentanyl Awareness Training at Texas State Technical College (Room #103). Learn directly from Cindy Frazier of Abilene Recovery Council about the realities of fentanyl and how to stay informed.

Your awareness matters.

04/02/2026

Did you know? 💛
The PADRES Program offers virtual services across 30 counties, along with two office locations for in-person support.

We’re here to help caregivers strengthen their families through parenting support, substance use education, and connections to essential resources.

Our program is available for those who are expecting or caring for a child under age 6.

For more information, please email: Region2Padres@abirecovery.org

04/01/2026

Medicine storage safety tips:

- Keep medicines in a safe location that is too high for young children to reach or see.

- Never leave medicines or supplements out on a kitchen counter or at a sick child's bedside, even if you must give the medicine again in a few hours.

- Always relock the safety cap on a medicine bottle. If it has a locking cap that turns, twist it until you can't twist anymore or until you hear the "click."

- Tell children what medicine is and why you or another trusted caregiver must be the one to give it to them.

- Never tell children medicine is candy, even if they don't like to take their medicine.

- Remind babysitters, houseguests, and visitors to keep purses, bags, or coats that have medicines in them up and away and out of sight when they're in your home.

- Call Poison Help at 800.222.1222 right away if you think your child might have gotten into a medicine, vitamin, or other supplement (including those in gummy form) even if you are not completely sure.

04/01/2026

Many medicines and supplements can look like candy. It can be difficult for young children (and even adults) to tell the difference. Each day, approximately 100 young children are brought to the emergency room because they got into medicines or supplements left within reach. Protect your child by keeping all medicines, vitamins, and other supplements (including those in gummy form) up and away, out of reach and sight.

To learn more visit:
https://upandaway.org/en/



SOURCE:
https://www.cdc.gov/medication-safety/php/toolkit/index.html

04/01/2026

Ever wonder what might be hiding in plain sight? 👀

Join us for The Mock Room Event!!, a free, interactive experience where parents, caregivers, and community members can walk through a realistic teen bedroom setup and learn where substances may be hidden and what warning signs to look for. Knowledge is prevention, and this hands-on event is designed to help you stay informed and confident in protecting the youth in your life.

📅 April 23
⏰ 5:00 to 6:30 PM
📍 MLK Center, 1100 Smith St., Wichita Falls, TX

Come curious, leave empowered.

03/30/2026

Have you heard about PAC??? This council will be made up of individuals with lived experience in recovery, coming together to share their voices, provide feedback, and help strengthen the services and support systems available to those we serve.

Everyone is welcome. We would love for you to gather a few of your peers and join us in this effort. Our goal is to help bridge the gaps that so many individuals in recovery face—whether that be access to resources, community connection, or ongoing support.

Please contact Recovery Coach Jemae Hinson for more information.

03/30/2026

Bring your lunch and join the conversation.

On April 8th, from 12:00 - 1:00 PM, we’re hosting a Fentanyl Awareness Training at Texas State Technical College (Room #122). Learn directly from Cindy Frazier of Abilene Recovery Council about the realities of fentanyl and how to stay informed.

Your awareness matters.

03/21/2026

03/21/2026

Come see us at 500 Broad St at 1PM today!!