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02/12/2026

www.acteonlineHappy 🎉 Career & Technical Education prepares the workforce across a wide range of industries — including Healthcare & Human Services.

As highlighted in this graphic, CTE helps learners earn industry certifications and build skills that lead to high-demand careers. Community Health Worker (CHW) is one of those pathways.

ASPIN's CHW training prepares learners across middle school, high school, postsecondary, and adult education for high-demand careers — gaining real-world skills and a credential that opens doors in healthcare and community-based services. Certified CHWs can also continue into ASPIN’s Registered Apprenticeship Program, combining paid, on-the-job learning with continued education. For more info, please visit www.aspinchw.org

CTE builds the foundation. CHW pathways build the workforce! www.ctemonth.org

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

Our amazing partners at Life Treatment Centers are hosting Break the Ice on Stigma, a free evening at Howard Park centered on connection, support, and coming together as a community. This is a recovery-focused community event — and everyone is welcome 💙❄️

The night includes ice skating, music, warm drinks, and space to connect in a relaxed, welcoming environment. It’s open to individuals in recovery, those who support recovery, and community members who believe in inclusive, stigma-free spaces. Skating not required. See below and view the flyer for more details:

📍 Howard Park | South Bend
🗓 Sunday, February 15
⏰ 8:00–10:00 PM
💙 Free & open to the public

Recovery looks different for everyone — sometimes it looks like showing up and sharing a moment together!

02/04/2026

Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for su***de, especially if their behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change.

02/03/2026

Happy Career & Technical Education Month! 🎓

Career & Technical Education (CTE) helps learners gain the skills, confidence, and credentials needed to pursue high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand careers. Through hands-on training and real-world learning, CTE prepares individuals to enter the workforce sooner, advance in their careers, and build long-term economic stability.

Throughout CTE Month, we’ll be sharing more about the benefits of Career & Technical Education and highlighting how ASPIN supports CTE pathways across Indiana. Learn more and explore opportunities to support CTE: ctemonth.org

01/30/2026

As we close out SUD Treatment Month, remember: You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Peer-based recovery support & community centers connect people who get it—sharing stories, hope, and recovery. Don't be afraid to reach out for support. SAMHSA has resources to help: samhsa.gov/substa

Adding your voice to a recovery advocacy organization could help you find community that strengthens your recovery—and could help you play a role in strengthening someone else’s.

You can learn about training opportunities available to earn a dual certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW)/Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) certification at www.aspinchw.org

01/28/2026

❓ Do you think someone in your life is struggling with substance use disorder? Are you looking for ways to help and support them but are not sure how or where to begin? Learn how to start the conversation with your loved ones, and find resources to help: samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

Substance use disorder can affect anyone. Let’s foster a community of support and understanding! To learn more about trainings and certifications to better support your community, visit www.aspin.org

01/23/2026

PLEASE SHARE: Warming shelters and centers are open across Indiana for any Hoosier who needs to get out of the cold.

Shelters are a safe place for anyone needing to get out of the cold for a few hours or to stay overnight. Hoosiers who need additional assistance can call 2-1-1.

DHS warming center map: https://bit.ly/4pw3tWu
Indiana 211 warming center map: https://bit.ly/3ME79qG

NOTE: Not all centers are shown on this map, please click the links above for more details.

01/23/2026

This week is going to be a cold one! ❄️ Indy Parks welcomes the community to utilize our family centers as a place to get a break from the cold during normal operating hours. You can view warming center hours at parks.indy.gov/extremeweather/

01/23/2026

Get connected to warming centers and warming shelters near you.
*Dial 2-1-1 or 1-866-211-9966
*Text zip code to 898-211
*Go to IN211.org and click "Warming Centers" on menu bar

01/23/2026

This January, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has lead a nationwide push to help Americans learn about the importance of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment—with the observance of SUD Treatment Month.

ℹ️ According to SAMHSA’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 48.4 million people 12 or older (or 16.8%) had a substance use disorder (SUD) in the past year; 27.9 million had an alcohol use disorder (AUD); and 28.2 million had a drug use disorder (DUD); and 7.7 million people had both an AUD and a DUD. The data also show that, among people 12 or older in 2024 who were classified as needing substance use treatment in the past year, only about 1 in 5 (19.3% or 10.2 million people) received substance use treatment in the past year.

SUD Treatment Month serves to support:
•People contemplating or seeking help for their substance use
•Practitioners treating or considering treating substance use disorder
•Friends, family, and loved ones of those with substance use

By raising awareness of treatment, including medications to treat substance use disorders, SAMHSA seeks to:
•Break down barriers that keep people from seeking help
•Encourage those on their treatment and recovery journey
•Promote best practices such as screening, intervention, and treatment of substance use disorders by health care providers

SAMHSA has resources to help. Visit: samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment

01/20/2026

Treatment works. 💜

As we continue observing Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, it’s important to emphasize that evidence-based treatment improves health outcomes and supports long-term recovery.

Evidence-based treatment helps people reduce or stop substance use, improve their health and well-being, and rebuild stability in their lives. Recovery is not one-size-fits-all, and effective care often includes a combination of medical, behavioral, and community-based supports.

Access to quality treatment and sustained support strengthens not only individual recovery, but families, workplaces, and communities! Check out SAMHSA's toolkit: www.samhsa.gov/treatment