Partnership for a Drug-Free Community

12/15/2025

WEEK CHALLENGE: Spread awareness, save lives! 💪

This week, we're challenging our community to help us reach more families who need our services. Here's how YOU can make a difference:

🔄 SHARE this post to spread awareness about PDFC's free services
📱 TAG 3 friends who work with families, teens, or in healthcare
💬 COMMENT below with one thing you've learned about addiction recovery
❤️ REACT to show your support for our mission

Did you know? Many families don't know that ALL of our services are completely free – from prevention education to recovery assessments to peer support. Your shares could be the bridge between someone's struggle and their solution.

Let's make this week count! The more people who know about our programs, the more lives we can impact together.

Ready to take the challenge? Start by sharing this post right now! 👆

12/13/2025

As dangerously cold temperatures move in, our facility will open as an overnight warming center to ensure everyone in our community has a safe, warm place to sleep. If you know anyone in need, please share the word! Hours: Doors open Sunday, Dec 14 at 4:00 PM Close Monday, Dec 15 at 12:00 PM Our fac...

12/13/2025

Missy Hanks from ELM Foundation posted the following bulletin message:

"The City of Huntsville, along with several community organizations, will be opening warming centers this weekend due to frigid temperatures.

With dangerously cold temperatures expected over the weekend, warming centers will be open for community members on Sunday, December 14, at 4 p.m.

Warming Centers:
Community Warming Center - The Livin' Room
2820 Governors Drive SW
Open Sunday, Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. to Monday, Dec. 15 at noon
Call Community Development at 256-427-5400 or email Rosie Veal-Eby, Church of the Nativity, at rvealeby@nativity-hsv.org

First Stop
206 Stokes St.
Open overnight on Sunday night, in addition to regular hours Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Call 256-533-3391

Downtown Rescue Mission
1400 Evangel Drive NW
Open 24/7
Call 256-536-2441
Salvation Army
305 Seminole Dr. SW
Open Monday-Sunday, 6 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Call 256-536-9147

The Huntsville Police Department will also transport individuals to the warming centers outside of Huntsville Transit operating hours. To request a ride, please call HPD's non-emergency phone number, (256)-722-7100."

12/09/2025

Conference table for sale!
Solid wood - 7 1/2ft x 3 1/2ft. Includes solid metal table legs (photo 2) and 6 chairs. $150. Must pick up at 2608 Artie Street SW.

12/08/2025

QUESTION FOR OUR COMMUNITY: What does "prevention" mean to you? 🤔

At PDFC, we believe prevention is more than just saying no to drugs – it's about building strong communities, supporting families, and empowering young people with knowledge and confidence.

Prevention looks like:
📚 Evidence-based education in classrooms
🗣️ Peer advocates inspiring their friends
👮‍♂️ Community partnerships keeping neighborhoods safe
🏠 Families equipped with resources and support

But we want to hear from YOU! Whether you're a parent, educator, community leader, or someone who's been touched by our programs – what does prevention mean in your life?

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Let's start a conversation about how we can strengthen prevention efforts together.

Tag a friend who's passionate about keeping our community healthy and drug-free! 👇

12/05/2025

37 Years of Preventing Tomorrow's Crisis Today 🌟

When PDFC was founded in 1988, our mission was simple but powerful: prevent substance abuse before it starts. Nearly four decades later, that mission has never been more critical—or more successful.

Here's what 37 years of community partnership has accomplished:

Thousands of youth educated through evidence-based prevention programs
Hundreds of families connected to free recovery resources annually
Countless crises prevented through early intervention and community education

But behind every statistic is a real story. A teenager who learned to say no before peer pressure became overwhelming. A parent who found hope when addiction felt impossible to overcome. A family restored because community support was there when they needed it most.

Prevention isn't just more cost-effective than treatment—it's more heart-effective too.

This December, as we prepare for another year of service, we're reminded that every prevention success story means a family that never has to experience the heartbreak of addiction.

Thank you for being part of this 37-year journey of hope, healing, and community partnership. Together, we're creating the drug-free communities our children deserve.

Click here to learn more: https://thepdfc.org/

12/02/2025

Today is —a day when our entire community comes together to create lasting change! 💙

For 37 years, PDFC has been Northern Alabama's trusted partner in preventing addiction and supporting recovery. But here's what makes today special: every dollar you give directly funds FREE services for families who need them most.

Your Giving Tuesday donation immediately supports:

✨ Youth prevention programs reaching 1,000+ students annually
✨ Professional recovery assessments at zero cost
✨ Peer support specialists guiding families through their hardest moments
✨ Community education preventing tomorrow's crisis today

This Giving Tuesday, choose prevention over crisis. Choose hope over heartbreak.

When you donate today, you're not just giving money—you're investing in a drug-free future for Huntsville, Madison, and Madison County. Every success story starts with community support like yours.

Will you be someone's hope today?

Click here to donate. https://thepdfc.org/

Every gift, no matter the size, creates ripples of healing throughout our community.

12/02/2025

Holiday months often bring more than celebration — they can also bring an increase in substance use.
Recovery experts warn that this time of year can be especially tough for individuals struggling with addiction or maintaining sobriety.

🎄 Why the holidays are high-risk:
• Stress, financial strain, and family pressures
• Loneliness or grief that feels heavier this time of year
• More events centered around alcohol
• Disrupted routines and emotional triggers

💛 How you can support someone:
• Check in on loved ones
• Encourage healthy coping and sober-friendly activities
• Offer grace, patience, and understanding
• Remind them that boundaries are healthy

Let’s make the holidays about connection, compassion, and support.
No one has to navigate this season alone.

🔗 Read more:

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Experts warn that substance abuse can increase during the holidays because of several factors: celebrating the season, stress from family events, and feeling alone or isol…

12/01/2025

🌟 Join us for the Mental Wellness Resource Fair! 🌟
The holiday season can be stressful, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Come learn practical coping skills and connect with community resources that support mental wellness.

🗓 Monday, December 8
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Huntsville Center for Technology
2601 N. Memorial Parkway, Huntsville, AL 35810

🎤 Featured Speaker:
Meesha Emmett with the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention
📣 Presentation begins at 6:00 PM

✔️ Free event
✔️ Refreshments provided
✔️ Open to parents, teachers & high school students
✔️ Resource tables available from 5–7 PM

Hosted by Huntsville City Schools in partnership with State House Representative Marilyn Lands, District 10.

Let’s come together to prioritize mental wellness this holiday season. 💙❄️

12/01/2025

✨ New Support Groups at Partnership for a Drug-Free Community! ✨
We’re excited to offer two weekly groups designed to support our community through the holidays and beyond.

🎄 Holiday Fix
Learn about holiday stressors, coping strategies, and prevention skills during one of the most challenging times of the year.
🗓 Mondays | 9:30–10:30 AM
📍 2608 Artie St. SW, Suite 1
Facilitated by Julia Barham, BA, CRSS
⭐ Starts December 2nd!
To RSVP: Call 256-539-7339 or email info@thedfc.org

💙 SMART Recovery
A stigma-free, evidence-informed program that helps individuals build motivation, manage cravings, and live a balanced life.
🗓 Tuesdays | 5–7 PM
📍 Partnership for a Drug-Free Community, 2608 Artie St. SW
Facilitated by Amberlyn Haden, CRSS, CPS-A, CHW, MHFA

These groups are open to anyone seeking support, tools, and community. Share with someone who may benefit! 💛

11/24/2025

Partnership will be closed Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Please leave us a message at 256.539.7339 if you need assistance.