PreventionFirst

11/06/2025

It was great to host our friends from Cincinnati Headstart today!

11/06/2025

https://preventionactionalliance.org/event/ohio-prevention-conference-2025/

Our PreventionFRIST! team is registered and looking forward to attending! Join us and prevention professionals from across the state to learn, connect, and collaborate. There's still time to register!

Register for the 2025 Ohio Prevention Conference focused on Advancing Prevention Through Integrated Approaches.

10/29/2025

https://pausebeforeyouplay.org/2025/09/whats-an-emerging-adult-and-what-do-they-have-to-do-with-gambling/

You may have heard the term “emerging adult.” Though there are different definitions based on age, the term most often refers to young people who are generally considered adults but […]

10/27/2025

The difference between 988 and 911.

💙 Know the Difference: 988 vs 911 ❤️⁠
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The Talbert House team in Hamilton County proudly operates the 988 Crisis Hotline and serves as the Ohio Backup line —offering immediate, compassionate support for anyone facing a mental health crisis.⁠
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Our dedicated team is passionate about helping individuals through psychological emergencies, relationship conflicts, grief, and other personal challenges. Trained in su***de prevention, they provide emotional support, crisis de-escalation, and connections to local resources across Talbert House.⁠
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👉 Call 988 for behavioral health or emotional crises.⁠
👉 Call 911 for medical, fire, or police emergencies.⁠
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You are not alone. Help is just three digits away. 💙⁠
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10/27/2025

Teaching faith leaders to lead in prevention. Cameron Foster of Addiction Services Council and Amanda Conn Starner of PF! led this training this morning at the Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services. This educational opportunity was provided by Hamilton County Office of Addiction Response.

10/24/2025

Gambling Disorder, also known as problem gambling or gambling addiction, is a pattern of gambling behaviors that occurs when a person’s gambling goes beyond entertainment to become a preoccupation and disrupt their personal, family, or work life. Like other kinds of addiction, gambling disorder is considered a diagnosable and treatable condition.

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10/24/2025

For our partners in the social work field…

The NASW Ohio Annual Statewide Social Work Conference brings together 400+ social workers and related behavioral health professionals and 60+ sponsoring organizations from around the state of Ohio for two days of learning, resource sharing, and connection. Attendees can earn up to 30+ Social Work CE...

10/23/2025

Today it was a privilege to attend our partner Prevention Action Alliance’s annual fundraiser which was held at the wild venue of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! PF! Chief Program Officer Amanda Conn Starner, PF! President/CEO Nicole Schiesler and PF! Sr. Director Data Integration Sarah Sawmiller were able to network with incredible prevention leaders, Former Ohio First Lady/PF! Founder Hope Taft and Keynote Speaker/Former Member of Congress Mary Bono. KM Clark Consulting Group

10/20/2025

https://www.prevention-first.org/traininghub/event/prevention-basics-faith-based-grass-root-organizations/2025-10-31?cd=all&sd=all

This Prevention Basics training provides an overview of vital substance use and misuse prevention concepts. Participants will be introduced to the public health approach to prevention, the continuum of care, and the role of coalitions and providers in community-based prevention efforts. These concep...

10/18/2025

Are you new to prevention? Sign up for this 8-part series and receive 24 CEUs that you can use for the OCPSA! There are 4 different series: Fall, winter, spring and summer. Choose which one fits your schedule the best!

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10/17/2025

Every great bed starts with a plan. To learn how you can pause before you play to keep your gambling responsible, visit PauseBeforeYouPlay.org

10/12/2025

Youth gambling can show up where you least expect it. Be aware, check for risks, and guide their choices.

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