NE Prevention Resource Center, Human Service Agency

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from The Prevention League!
The Creator, The Laminator, The Justifier, and The Educator.

10/30/2025

We trained 39 Watertown Middle School students in Natural Helpers this week!

If you would like information on training students in your school or organization, please reach out to us at neprc@humanserviceagency.org.

10/24/2025

At least we can agree PREVENTION ROCKS!!

10/24/2025

Through the SD Behavioral Health Notes to Self Campaign, join their weekly affirmation campaign. To sign up for weekly affirmations, reminders and positive notes to self from South Dakota Behavioral Health, click here: https://sdbehavioralhealth.gov/sms-sign-up.

10/22/2025

NEPRC hosted a SD Peer Leadership training on October 15 in Aberdeen. Featured speaker was Alison Kuch from Northern State University.

Schools in attendance were: Clark School, Langford School, Enemy Swim Day School, Aberdeen Central, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Aberdeen Simmons and Aberdeen Roncalli. There were 91 participants.

10/22/2025

Thanks Watertown SD Police Department for chatting with us today!

10/16/2025

Here is the link to the October Prevention Newslinkhttps://www.humanserviceagency.org/NEPrevention/newslinks/October2025PreventionNewslink.pdf

Page 1 - National Prescription Drug Take Back
Page 2 - Upcoming Events/Trainings /Campaigns & Prevention Specialist Book Review
Page 3 - Helpline - Seasonal Affective Disorder
Page 4 - SD To***co Control - GASO & Smoke Free SD
Page 5 - Lost & Found - Peer2Peer Mentoring
Page 6 - SD Su***de Prevention - Su***de Prevention in the Workplace/2025 Outcomes Executive Summary/Veteran Buddy Checks

10/10/2025

NEPRC hosted the first of two SD Peer Leadership trainings on October 1 in Watertown. Featured speakers were Dot McAreavey from Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Stephanie Kinnander from Human Service Agency and Don Johnson.

Schools in attendance were: Hamlin High School, Sisseton Middle School, Summit High School, Watertown Middle School and Watertown High School. There were just over 70 participants.

Coming up next week is SD Peer Leadership training in Aberdeen, SD.

10/08/2025

Hunting season is a cherished time of year for many South Dakotans. It offers an opportunity to connect with nature and others. As we enter the season, it’s important to keep mental health and safety in mind. Securely storing your guns can make a crucial difference in preventing su***de and protecting your loved ones.
Order free gun locks today at http://sdsu***deprevention.org/.../order-prevention...
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Hunting season is a cherished time of year for many South Dakotans. It offers an opportunity to connect with nature and others. As we enter the season, it’s important to keep mental health and safety in mind. Securely storing your guns can make a crucial difference in preventing su***de and protecting your loved ones.

Order free gun locks today at sdsu***deprevention.org/action/order-prevention-resources

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10/08/2025

October is National Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month — a reminder that preventing substance use starts with awareness, action and positive attitudes.

It only takes small steps — like locking up medications, having open conversations with your kids or supporting local prevention programs — to make a big difference. Let’s all work together to support a stronger, safer, healthier South Dakota.

Find more ways to help: https://letsbeclearsd.com/prevention/starting-the-conversation

10/01/2025

Natural Helpers training was held for 27 students from Mickelson Middle School in Brookings. This two day training was facilitated by Stephanie Kinnander and Dodi Haug.
If you would like information on training students in Natural Helpers for your school or organization, reach out to us at neprc@humanserviceagency.org.

09/18/2025

Too Good For Drugs is off to a great start in our area. Madison is currently going into Henry School District, Estelline Schools, and Castlewood School. Let us know if your school or youth organization is interested in learning more about prevention curriculum options through our resource center by sending an email to neprc@humanserviceagency.org.