Substance and Addiction Intervention Services for the Deaf - SAISD

05/11/2026

Congratulations on your graduation! Graduation is just the beginning. Stay mindful of your well-being, make healthy choices, and build the life you deserve.

05/07/2026

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Addiction In the Deaf Community – What You Need to Know, presented by Keven Poore, M.A., CASAC II, CDI, at the 58th Biennial National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Conference. Image includes a presenter headshot with NAD and RID/ACET logos. Visit nad.org/sf26/workshops for full listings and CEU details.

04/13/2026

Did you know? Cannabis can be highly addictive for some individuals. Regular or heavy use may lead to dependence, which can affect mental health, daily functioning, relationships, and decision-making.If you know someone who may be affected, share this information and save this post—it could make a real difference.

04/09/2026

Did you know today is National Alcohol Screening Day? Do you wonder if you may be at risk for serious alcohol use problems? Check out this screening tool and find out. Feel free to reach out to SAISD if you have further questions at saisd@rit.edu.

https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/checkyourdrinking/index.html

04/06/2026

National Alcohol Screening Day is coming up on April 9th from 12–2 PM at SDC Street A. We will be offering screenings, and you can learn more about National Alcohol Screening Day!

03/26/2026

SAISD and the RIT/NTID Cross-Registered Student Advisory Board (XSAB) hosted a workshop on Opioid Overdose Prevention last night! 40 folks were in attendance and learned the basics of administering Narcan (naloxone). Life-saving skills that matter!

03/20/2026

Hello, March! 🌷 It’s a new season and a fresh start. Spring has arrived! Here are 50 fun, active, alcohol and drug-free ways to celebrate the season with friends, family, or on your own. Let’s make this spring bright, healthy, and full of joy and fresh beginnings. Share, repost, and save these activities! 😊

03/12/2026

Did you know? 🎲 Gambling can be highly addictive. What starts as fun or ‘just one more try’ can quickly become a serious problem. Gambling addiction can impact mental health, finances, and relationships. 💔
If you know someone affected, share this, repost, and save this info—it could make a real difference!

03/04/2026

SAISD counselors put their talents together and provided drug and alcohol information to young students at St. Mary’s School for the Deaf in person and virtually! Building students’ skills to make informed decisions about substance use is highly rewarding.

02/12/2026

01/12/2026

Did you know? 🤔
There’s a difference between substances and non-substances!
Check it out in our video and don’t forget to share.