Regional Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention

03/31/2026

Substance misuse doesn’t just affect individuals—it impacts entire families. It can increase stress, disrupt stability, and raise the risk of child abuse and neglect.

During Child Abuse Prevention Month (April), it’s important to recognize how prevention, early support, and access to resources can make a difference for families and children.

Watch this video from the Child Welfare Network to learn more about the connection and why it matters. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available.

Learn more and get involved locally: rasap.org



https://youtu.be/evRD414WLz4?si=9-pZmOAkOWqF539U

What Is Substance Abuse And How Does It Affect Families? Substance abuse significantly impacts families, creating challenges that can affect everyone involve...

03/29/2026

📣 Virginia Young Adults (18–25) — Your Voice Matters!

If you live in Virginia and are between the ages of 18–25, we invite you to take a quick, anonymous survey to help shape substance use prevention and mental health efforts in your community.

🕒 Takes about 15 minutes
🔒 Completely anonymous
📍 You’ll need to know your Virginia county/locality
📱 Text Virginia to 844-484-7601

Your input helps inform real prevention work across the Commonwealth. Thank you for being part of the solution!

03/28/2026

Even the teddy knows to buckle up. 🧸💺

Seat belts aren’t optional — they protect what matters most. Every ride. Every seat. Every time.

Before the car moves, click it.
Arrive Alive.

Virginia ABC Education and Prevention

03/27/2026

New research out of Australia reinforces other research from across the globe.

Medicinal cannabinoids show little strong evidence of helping mental health or substance use disorders, University of Sydney researchers concluded in a major review.

03/27/2026

💊 Take Back Day is coming up — and it’s more than just disposal.

Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026 for DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and safely dispose of unused or expired medications at one of four convenient locations, in partnership with the DEA, Danville Police Department, Danville Sheriff’s Office, and Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

🚨 At each location, you can participate in RAPID REVIVE Narcan Training!
• Takes just 10 minutes
• Learn how to recognize an overdose and administer Narcan
• Receive FREE Narcan (while supplies last)

This is a simple way to help protect your home and your community.

📍 Multiple locations across Danville & Pittsylvania County
🕙 Times vary by location (see flyer for details)

Together, we can prevent misuse, save lives, and make our community safer. 💙

03/23/2026

That front seat isn’t “safer” without a seat belt.

Whether you’re driving or riding shotgun, buckling up is one of the simplest ways to protect your life. It takes two seconds — and it makes a lifelong difference.

No excuses. No short trips without it.
Buckle up for life. Arrive Alive.

Virginia ABC Education and Prevention

03/15/2026

Prom. Graduation. Late-night drives with friends.
Make the memory — not the mistake.

If you’ve been drinking, don’t drive.
If you’re distracted, put the phone down.

One decision can change everything.
Arrive Alive.

Virginia ABC Education and Prevention

03/13/2026

In Virginia last year, roughly 1 person was killed and 11 more were injured every single day in crashes where alcohol was involved — and many of those involve drivers or passengers just like you.

You don’t have to feel fine to be impaired — even a little alcohol can slow your reaction time and decision-making behind the wheel.

Before you head out with friends:
Plan your ride. Stay sober. Look out for each other.
Arrive Alive.

Virginia ABC Education and Prevention