ASAP - Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention

07/24/2025

Happy 🌿 Taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Mental health starts with small, consistent acts of self-kindness.

💬 What’s your favorite way to practice self-care?
👇 Tell us below!

07/22/2025

Grab your clubs—it’s tee time for a cause! ⛳️
Join us for the Trumbull County Mental Health & Recovery Board’s 27th Annual Golf Outing on Friday, August 1, 2025 at Old Avalon Golf Course!

🏌️‍♀️ 4-Person Scramble
🕗 Registration: 8:15 AM | Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM
💰 $80 per golfer | $300 per four-person team

Ticket Includes:
🥐 Continental breakfast
🍽️ Catered lunch
🥤 Beverages & snacks on course
⛳️ 18 holes with a cart

All proceeds help support mental health and recovery efforts in Trumbull County.
📞 Call 330-675-2765 for details and to register!

07/17/2025

This past Saturday, our very own Lauren Thorp (TCMHRB Associate Director & ASAP Project Director) and Corrie Darocha (ASAP Coalition Coordinator) attended and represented at the Barber Open House & Community Resource Fair in Niles! ✂️🎧

With barber battles, food trucks, and a live DJ, the energy was high — and so was the opportunity to connect with community members about mental health, substance use prevention, and local resources.

We’re proud to show up, share support, and spread awareness. 💛
Thanks to everyone who stopped by our table and to the organizers for creating a space where community and care go hand in hand.

07/14/2025

Both Corrie and Lauren from ASAP attended Raphael's School of Beauty Culture's Barbering Open House and Community Resources Event on Saturday.

It was amazing to meet so many people in our community and give out resources in case they ever need them.

07/12/2025

🧠You can’t heal what you don’t face — and it starts with your mind. Mental health and substance use are deeply connected. Often, what looks like a drug issue is really an attempt to cope with pain, anxiety, or trauma beneath the surface.

If you or someone you love is struggling, help is just one call away.

📞 Call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7 support for mental health and substance use challenges.

Healing starts with reaching out.

07/11/2025

At ASAP, we know that taking the first step can be the hardest — but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re looking for prevention programs, treatment options, or local support services, 211 is your 24/7 connection to trusted, confidential help.

✅ Free
✅ Available anytime
✅ Tailored to your needs

Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to find resources right here in Trumbull County.

Help is just three numbers away. 💙

07/04/2025

The Fourth of July should be a celebration — not a setback.
Holidays can stir up tough emotions and put recovery to the test. But if cravings hit, remember: you have tools, choices, and a community behind you.

Here’s how to stay grounded when the pressure is on:
🛑 IF YOU FEEL TEMPTED...
🔍 HALT Check-In
Before reacting, ask yourself: Am I Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired? These common states can intensify cravings. Take care of your basic needs first — sometimes that’s all it takes.

📞 Reach Out Immediately
Don’t wait. Call or text someone in your recovery network — a sponsor, a trusted friend, or someone who “gets it.” You can also turn to a recovery app or helpline to feel less alone in the moment.

🧠 Visualize the Consequences
Pause and think: What would relapse cost me? Your progress, your health, your peace, your relationships — it’s not worth the temporary relief. Reconnect with your “why.”

❤️ TRY THESE SOBER ACTIVITIES INSTEAD:
✔️ Host a sober BBQ or picnic
✔️ Watch fireworks with non-using friends or family
✔️ Spend the day outdoors — go hiking, hit the beach, or take a nature walk
✔️ Volunteer at a local event or with a recovery group

🎇 Your recovery deserves to be celebrated — not compromised. You’ve come too far to turn back now.

Need additional support? Visit aayaig.org/meetings to find a meeting near you.

07/04/2025

🎆 Staying sober on July 4th starts with a plan.
For individuals in recovery, holidays can bring a unique set of challenges: parties centered around alcohol, emotional triggers, and pressure to "just have one." But with preparation and support, you can protect your progress and enjoy the holiday on your terms.

🧠 BEFORE THE HOLIDAY: PLAN AHEAD
✔️ Know your triggers – Whether it’s a specific person, place, or feeling, being aware helps you stay in control.
✔️ Make a plan (and a backup) – Decide ahead of time where you’ll go, who you’ll be with, and how you’ll leave if needed. Always have your own transportation.
✔️ Bring your own drinks – Pack your favorite non-alcoholic beverages to avoid temptation and awkward moments.
✔️ Attend a meeting – Start the day grounded and supported by joining a recovery group (AA, NA, SMART Recovery)—many offer special holiday sessions. Visit aayaig.org/meetings to find your next meeting!

👥 DURING THE DAY: STAY CONNECTED

Stay rooted in your support system.
✔️ Stick with sober friends or attend a sober-friendly gathering.
✔️ Keep in touch with a sponsor or recovery buddy and check in regularly.
✔️ Leave if the environment becomes uncomfortable—your health comes first.
✔️ Use grounding techniques or coping tools (like a coin, bracelet, or breathing exercise) to calm anxiety and reinforce your commitment.
✔️ Stay busy—help out with food, games, or setup to keep your mind active and engaged.

🌙 AFTER THE DAY: REFLECT & RECHARGE
Your effort deserves to be honored.
✔️ Talk with someone in your support circle about how the day went—celebrate what worked and learn from what didn’t.
✔️ Reward yourself with something positive and meaningful.
✔️ Journal your experience to solidify your growth and remind yourself of how far you've come.

💬 Recovery is a daily choice—and you don’t have to make it alone. Let this July 4th be a celebration of freedom and your continued strength.

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06/27/2025

🚨 REMINDER: District 6 Annual AA Picnic is TOMORROW!!! 🚨

📍 Willow Lake Campground | 6863 Mahoning Ave, Warren, OH 44481
🗓️ Saturday, June 28, 2025
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM (and then some!)

Join us for a full day of fun, food, and fellowship—rain or shine! 🌞🎉

Here’s what’s in store:
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle
🏐 Volleyball
🏊 Swimming
🎯 Co****le
🎁 Chinese Auction
🙏 12 PM Gratitude Discussion
🍽️ 2 PM DINING — PLEASE bring a covered dish if you can!
We’re covering hot dogs and burgers, but sides, salads, desserts, etc., make this meal a family-style feast! 🥗🍰
🗣️ 4 PM Lead by Roosevelt McNeil from Akron, OH
🪑 Don’t forget your lawn chair or blanket for the lead!

🎟️ Tickets are ALMOST GONE!
See a Sahara Club II board member to get yours ASAP!
• Adults: $8
• Kids under 12: $5
‼️ Advance purchase only — Gate prices are higher and do not support the event.

👉 Let’s make memories together, and don’t forget to tag your sober squad when you share this post! See less

06/25/2025

Members of the ASAP Faith Based Subcommittee recently attended a training in Columbus. PreventionFirst in collaboration with TTJ Group, LLC Global Health Education And Development - GHEAD and Addiction Services Council hosted a Faith-Based Community Training at the Embassy Suites in Columbus on June 17th. This training was designed to assist faith leaders in helping the faith community better understand behavioral health prevention, reduce stigma and better connect people to treatment and resources. Everything learned will go to helping even more individuals connect to the treatment and services they need.

The event was sponsored by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services

06/16/2025

While this won't bring back those who lost their lives to the opioid epidemic, this settlement is a large step towards bringing communities the resources they need to start healing.

Members of the family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion in a new settlement to lawsuits over the toll of the prescription painkiller.