Council On Substance Abuse-NCADD

04/22/2026

Know the FACTS about alcohol use and misuse:
❌Excessive alcohol use can have immediate and long-term effects.

⬇Short-term effects of alcohol use:
- Injuries (e.g., falls, drownings, burns, and motor vehicle crashes)
- Violence (e.g., homicide, su***de, sexual violence, intimate partner violence)
- Alcohol poisoning –(when high blood alcohol levels affect body functions like breathing and heart rate)
- Overdose
- Sexually transmitted infections or unplanned pregnancy
- Miscarriage, stillbirth or fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

⬇Long-term effects of alcohol use:
- Drinking alcoholic beverages can lead to cancer.
- More than 20,000 people die from alcohol-related cancers each year in the United States.
- Excessive alcohol use can also lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, stroke, digestive problems, and a weaker immune system.

✅FOR MORE INFO VISIT: samhsa.gov/find-help

04/21/2026

🧡 Hands that heal. Knowledge that saves lives. 🧡

Our Healing Hands event brought the community together for a powerful purpose of equipping everyday people with the tools and confidence to respond in an emergency. Through this FREE Narcan training, participants didn’t just learn…they stepped into the role of lifesavers.

Every face in these moments represents someone ready to make a difference. Thank you to everyone who showed up, leaned in, and are committed to protecting our community.

Join the next Healing Hands NARCAN training happening today: https://cosancadd.org/event/healing-hands-outreach-free-narcan-training-2-2/

04/20/2026

🌞It is possible to live a healthy and productive life🌞

Spread the word this 📢 Prevention works. Treatment is effective. for everyone. If you or someone you know needs support for alcohol misuse, help is available at samhsa.gov/find-help

04/18/2026

Last weekend in Perry County, community came FIRST.

On April 11th, COSA was proud to stand as a sponsor for Family Fun & Resource Day. It was a day filled with connection, laughter, and access to valuable resources for families across the community.

There were many fun-filled moments and meaningful conversations. Events like this remind us that when we show up together, we build stronger, healthier communities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, connected with COSA, and made the day so impactful!

04/17/2026

✨ Relax. Relate. Release. ✨

Our Parent Night was all about creating space to pause, connect, and recharge. There was meaningful conversations and moments of laughter and reflection, it was a powerful reminder that taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of others.

Thank you to all the parents and caregivers who showed up, shared, and supported one another. Your presence made the night truly special.

04/13/2026

Impaired driving is a serious danger, especially with underage drinking. As a parent or caregiver, it’s important to be able to answer our kid’s tough questions. Talk openly with your child about the risks of impaired driving, and set clear expectations.

Let’s work together to keep our kids safe. Learn how: samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you

04/06/2026

—a time to learn about the risks of alcohol misuse & its impact on individuals & communities. Whether it’s recognizing signs of drinking too much, preventing underage drinking, or knowing where to find support, resources are at are available: samhsa.gov/alcohol

04/03/2026

We’re excited to see WSFA-TV 12 News highlighting the impact of our “Talk It Out: Va**ng Laws & Mental Health Forum”. These forums are creating space for real conversations that educate, empower, and protect our community.

At COSA, we believe awareness and open dialogue are key to prevention, especially as va**ng continues to impact youth and mental health. This forum brought together voices committed to making a difference and equipping families with the knowledge and resources they need.

A special shoutout to Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist, Na'Sha McFarley, for representing this work and helping lead meaningful conversations that matter.

🎥 Watch the full story!

Leaders say one of the most effective ways to curb va**ng is by creating a village for kids to feel supported.

04/01/2026

We’re excited to see our “Talk It Out” event in Prattville highlighted by WSFA-TV 12 News! 🎥

Creating safe spaces for real conversations matters and this event did just that. We are encouraging youth to speak out against va**ng by connecting the community through positive experiences and we’re proud of the impact being made.

Check out the full story and see how we’re continuing to show up for our community 💬👇
https://www.wsfa.com/video/2026/03/28/cosa-holds-talk-it-out-event-prattville/



For upcoming forums and community events please visit the COSA calendar online at cosancadd.org/events

Kids were challenged to create a TikTok against va**ng and in return, COSA gifted each person with a free ticket to the trampoline park.

04/01/2026

FREE EVENT!!
Saturday, April 11th
11AM-2PM

Join the COSA team at the Perry County Courthouse Square for Family Fun & Resource Day! This is event is open to public and there will be onsite information & services available.

03/31/2026

Behind every prevention effort is a woman with a story, a purpose, and a passion to make a difference. As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that this work doesn’t stop. It lives on in every conversation, every connection, and every community we serve.

The women of COSA continue to lead, uplift, and redefine what prevention looks like...EVERY single day. We honor the past, stand strong in the present, and build a future that’s better because of the work we do TOGETHER.

This is more than a moment…this is a legacy. And the legacy continue because we do.