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ASAP - Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention

ASAP is a coalition that engages strategic partnerships to solve our community's substance abuse problems. Join us! SE Warren, OH 44484

We meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Building, 4076 Youngstown Warren Rd.

03/07/2026

No matter where you are in your journey, support is always available.

AA groups in the Youngstown area offer a welcoming community where you can connect, share, and find strength together. Whether it’s your first meeting or a return visit, you don’t have to face it alone.

Find meetings and resources here: https://aayaig.org/meetings/ 💛

03/07/2026

Problem gambling (sometimes called “gambling addiction” or “gambling disorder”) is a pattern of gambling that can harm you or your loved ones, affecting daily life, relationships, and even your career. Anyone who gambles can be at risk, and gambling disorder is a recognized mental health diagnosis.

Some warning signs include:

💙 Constantly thinking about gambling
💙 Feeling the need to bet more money or more often
💙 “Chasing losses” to win back money
💙 Feeling restless or irritable when trying to stop
💙 Feeling out of control
💙 Continuing to gamble despite negative consequences

In severe cases, problem gambling can lead to financial struggles, legal issues, lost jobs or relationships, and even thoughts of su***de.

Recognizing the signs early is key, and support is available.

Learn more at https://www.ncpgambling.org/help-treatment/faqs-what-is-problem-gambling/

03/01/2026

When you don’t know where to turn… start with three simple numbers: 2-1-1. ☎️💙

Recovery can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone. 211 connects individuals and families to local support, including addiction recovery resources, treatment options, housing assistance, mental health services, and more.

Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or someone you love, compassionate support is just one call away — 24/7, free, and confidential.

✨ Hope starts with reaching out.
✨ Support starts with connection.
✨ Recovery starts with one step.

📞 Call 211 to get connected to resources near you.
You are not alone — help is here when you’re ready.

02/27/2026

Recovery and career success can go hand in hand — and A Good Start Program through Goodwill is helping individuals take that next step toward stability, confidence, and meaningful employment. 💼✨

This three-phase program is designed for individuals navigating mental health or substance use recovery, using evidence-based practices to build real-world skills and long-term career opportunities.

✅ Phase 1: Professionalism & Soft Skills Training
Participants develop essential workplace skills like communication, conflict resolution, financial literacy, resume building, and interview preparation — creating a strong foundation for success.

✅ Phase 2: Learn & Earn
Participants gain paid, hands-on job experience with coaching and support while building confidence, teamwork, and customer service skills in a real work environment.

✅ Phase 3: Career Placement & Training
From full-time employment opportunities to continued workforce training, Goodwill’s Career Services team provides personalized guidance and ongoing support for long-term career growth.

Participants may also qualify for flexible employment opportunities at Goodwill locations while continuing their recovery journey.

🌱 Recovery is about rebuilding — skills, confidence, and purpose. Programs like A Good Start help make that possible.

📞 Get connected today:
Roger Beltz, Goodwill Career Services Manager
📧 r.beltz@goodwillyoungstown.org
📱 (330) 759-7921 Ext. 1234

02/22/2026

February is often about love, connection, and new beginnings — but it can also be a season of transition, reflection, and quiet challenges.
We want you to know this: we believe in you.

Healing isn’t a straight line. Progress isn’t always loud. Sometimes strength is simply taking the next breath, showing up for one more day, or choosing to reach out instead of pulling away. That counts.

Whether you’re navigating recovery, supporting someone you care about, or just trying to get through this season — you are not alone.
Support is here. Connection is here. Hope is here.

And even on the days it doesn’t feel like it… you are worthy of love and belonging. 💛

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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02/20/2026

Va**ng can feel confusing and overwhelming for parents and caregivers — but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Ni****ne is especially harmful to developing teen brains, affecting attention, mood, impulse control, and increasing the risk of addiction. The good news? Conversations matter. And how you start them makes all the difference.

This helpful video breaks down:
✔️ Why ni****ne impacts teens differently
✔️ How to start calm, judgment-free conversations
✔️ What actually helps teens cut back or quit
You don’t need to have all the answers — just the willingness to listen and the right support.

🎥 Watch here:
https://bit.ly/3Mp0qkW

📚 Explore additional resources for parents and caregivers:
https://bit.ly/4rxahV5

Please consider sharing this with other parents or caregivers who may need it. A simple conversation could make a lifelong difference. 💙

02/14/2026

HEARTS OF HOPE 💛 This Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing something sweeter than candy — reminders that truly matter. ✨

🩵 Take a Breath
💚 U R Strong
💜 You Got This
💛 Be Kind
🤍 Self Love
🩵 U R Enough

Sometimes the most powerful words are the simplest ones. A kind reminder can steady someone’s thoughts, soften a hard day, or spark hope when it’s needed most.

Today isn’t just about romantic love — it’s about compassion, encouragement, recovery, resilience, and caring for ourselves and each other. 💛

So pass it on. Share a heart. Send a text. Check in on someone. And don’t forget to speak gently to yourself, too.

You are worthy. You are valued. You are never alone. 💌

02/13/2026

Free Housing & Treatment Seminars! Spots Still Available!

Ohio Recovery Housing is hosting two upcoming FREE in-person trainings to help recovery housing operators better understand standards and best practices when offering both housing and treatment services.

If your recovery home is certified by Ohio Recovery Housing, this training is for you. 👇

📍 Cleveland Area Seminar
🗓 Thursday, February 26
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m.
📌 Cuyahoga Library – Strongsville Branch
18700 Westwood Dr., Strongsville, OH
👥 Limited to 63 participants
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5qS1cennGPhC2-0beExNG-r_4D0m1lCUC88R2U7y3eZCZqg/viewform

📍 Warren Seminar
🗓 Friday, February 27
⏰ 1:00–2:30 p.m.
📌 Trumbull County Mental Health & Recovery Board
4076 Youngstown Rd. SE, Suite 201, Warren, OH
👥 Limited to 25 participants
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3WkmUlcq4xFkFfZM19Ah33BpN93_AcP826C2pYX5x-gtr8g/viewform

Purpose: Clarify ORH/NARR guidance on the intersection of housing and treatment.

Each participant must register individually.

Interested but too far away? Email danielle@ohiorecoveryhousing.org to express interest in future locations.

Need disability accommodations? Contact justin@ohiorecoveryhousing.org by February 19 (Cleveland) or February 20 (Warren).

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your knowledge, ensure compliance, and support quality recovery housing in our communities.

02/07/2026

Become a Peer Recovery Supporter 🌟 Are you in recovery from a mental health or substance use challenge and interested in supporting others on their recovery journey?

Consider becoming a Certified Peer Recovery Supporter through the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services – approved training hosted by Flying HIGH Inc., in partnership with Area County Mental Health & Recovery Boards.

📍 Trumbull County Training – Warren, Ohio
📅 March 23–27, 2026
⏰ Monday–Friday | 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📌 In-person training

Peer Recovery Supporters use lived experience to offer hope, connection, and support to individuals navigating recovery. This training is an important step toward making a meaningful impact in your community.

Take the next step in your recovery—and help others take theirs. 💙

02/06/2026

Save the Dates: 2026 Community Events 📅

Join TCMHRB, ASAP Trumbull County, and Su***de Prevention Coalition, for a year of impactful events focused on prevention, education, recovery, and community care.

Here’s what’s coming up:

💊 May 3 | Operation: EMPTY Medicine Cabinet
🕘 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District
5138 Enterprise Dr. NW, Warren
Safely dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused prescription medications with an easy drive-up drop-off. Law enforcement will collect and destroy medications—please keep them in original containers (containers will be recycled).

🧠 May 15 | ASAP Drug Summit
🕗 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
📍 Kent State University–Trumbull, Classroom Building
4314 Mahoning Ave., Warren
A professional development event offering updated addiction education and evidence-based strategies to support individuals with substance use disorder. CEUs available. Cost is $75, with breakfast and lunch included.

💜 August 31 | Overdose Awareness Day
FREE Narcan will be distributed throughout Trumbull County by ASAP and partner organizations. Exact locations and times will be shared closer to the event on the ASAP page.

🎉 September 19 | Rally for Recovery
🕚 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Eastwood Field, Home of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers
111 Eastwood Mall Blvd., Niles
Celebrate recovery during National Recovery Month with family-friendly activities, music, a picnic lunch, a resource fair, and a recovery walk. Free and open to the public.

We hope you’ll join us throughout the year as we work together to strengthen prevention efforts, support recovery, and build a healthier Trumbull County. 💙

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01/30/2026

As a business, you can improve the well-being and productivity of your staff by making your company a champion of recovery with the Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace Program.

When you sign up to become a designated Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, the program will help you:

♥️ Assist employees with mental health or substance use disorders to seek recovery.
♥️ Expand and retain your workforce.
♥️ Highlight your status as a recovery friendly business to the community.
♥️ Remove barriers and stigma for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
♥️ Maintain connections with workers.

Get started today at:
https://dbh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs-and-services/ohio-recovery-friendly-workplace/get-designated/get-designated

01/28/2026

Treatment and recovery don’t happen in isolation—they happen in community. 🤝

Whether you’re supporting someone you love or walking your own recovery journey, knowing how to start the conversation matters. Listening without judgment, offering encouragement, and sharing resources can make a life-changing difference.

💬 If you’re not sure how to talk to a loved one about substance use, SAMHSA offers guidance to help you begin with care and compassion:
🔗 samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

Address

4076 Youngstown Road SE
Warren, OH
44484

Telephone

+13306752765

Website

http://www.trumbullmhrb.org/

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