Community Drug Coalition of Lea County

02/20/2026

Positive Parenting Starts with Showing Up

Fatherhood is not about being perfect — it is about being present.

For fathers navigating substance use recovery, parenting can feel overwhelming. There may be guilt, missed moments, or difficult conversations. But positive parenting is built on what you do today — not who you were yesterday.

Through the 24/7 Dads program offered by the Community Drug Coalition, we continue to have real conversations about growth, responsibility, and leadership in the home. This week, we discussed what it truly means to be a man. Being a man is not about pride, control, or avoiding emotion. It’s about responsibility, integrity, accountability, and protecting and providing — emotionally and physically — for your family. True strength is shown in self-control, growth, and the willingness to change.

Here are a few principles that matter:

• Consistency builds trust. Small, reliable actions — a phone call, attending a game, keeping your word — rebuild connection.
• Emotional regulation matters. Children learn how to handle stress by watching how you handle yours. Recovery tools strengthen both sobriety and parenting.
• Accountability models strength. Owning mistakes and making amends teaches resilience and responsibility.
• Quality over perfection. Ten intentional minutes of focused time can mean more than hours of distracted presence.

Substance use does not define your ability to be a loving, effective father. Growth does. Healing does. Showing up does.

At the Community Drug Coalition, we believe strong fathers build strong families, and strong families build strong communities.

If you’re a dad doing the work — keep going. Your presence matters more than you know.

02/18/2026

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02/12/2026

Today, the Community Drug Coalition had the honor of volunteering at Isaiah’s Soup Kitchen, helping prepare food boxes for individuals and families in need within our community.

Giving back is a powerful reminder that recovery, service, and compassion go hand in hand. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support our neighbors; and for organizations like Isaiah’s Soup Kitchen that continue to make a real difference every day.

Thank you to all the volunteers who showed up with heart and purpose. Together, we are stronger. ❤️

02/08/2026

Game day doesn't require a drink in hand to be a good time. 🏈

Whether you're hosting or heading to a watch party, you can enjoy every moment without alcohol. Swipe for tips on creating new traditions that prioritize your sobriety and still bring all the excitement.

📞 Need support? Call us: 888-506-5107

02/06/2026

Fatherhood in Focus: The Pursuit of Happiness

This week in 24/7 Dads® class, we watched The Pursuit of Happiness as part of the course. Chris Gardner’s struggle shows the true impact of fatherhood showing up, staying present, and never giving up.

See these lessons in action through our 24/7 Dads® classes, offered Thursday evenings from 6–8 PM @ Community Drug Coalition, which is part of our TRE Foundation Programming, and National Fatherhood Initiative®.

02/04/2026

Inspired by the principles of the twelve steps, today was a reminder that service before self is where healing, connection, and purpose truly begin. 💙 Isaiah's Soup Kitchen thanks for letting us support you ❤️

02/03/2026

🚨 Struggling with Anger? You’re Not Alone. 🚨
Anger Management Class for Women.

Anger doesn’t just “show up.” It builds in the body, in our thoughts, in our emotions, and in our behaviors. In our Anger Management class, we break it down so it can be managed before it takes control.

This week participants learned to:
✔ Identify real-life events that trigger anger
✔ Recognize the four key warning signs of anger:
• Physical cues
• Behavioral cues
• Emotional cues
• Cognitive (thinking) cues
✔ Use a weekly anger check-in process to track patterns and increase self-control

This class isn’t about punishment or blame! It’s about awareness, accountability, and learning tools that actually work.

Change starts when we pay attention. If anger is affecting your relationships, work, or peace of mind, this class may be the next step.

📅 Mondays | 5:00–6:00 PM

02/03/2026

🎓 IOP GRADUATION DAY 🎓

We are celebrating three incredible individuals who completed 16 weeks of hard work, growth, and commitment to themselves and their recovery.

Over the last four months, they showed up—even on the hard days. They learned how to use planners to structure their days, practiced tools to build a strong recovery toolbox, and most importantly, learned how to take care of themselves.

This wasn’t easy work. It required honesty, consistency, accountability, and courage. And they did it. 💪

Graduation doesn’t mean the journey is over—it means they are walking forward better equipped, more self-aware, and more confident in their ability to handle life one day at a time.

We are so proud of each of you and honored to be part of your journey. Keep going. You are worth it. 🌱

👏 Congratulations to our IOP graduates! 👏

01/28/2026

01/26/2026

Please stay safe everyone!!!!