SAFEforLakeCounty

We are Supporting Addiction Free Environments for Lake County. For Life

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SAFE for Lake County has a monthly e-newsletter! Sign up at https://t.co/yKFNcgy8oP to receive yours!

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SAFE for Lake County is honored to have the Lake County Prosecutor's Office as part of their membership roster. Bernard A. Carter is sworn to seek justice and to uphold the safety of the citizens of Lake County through integrity, professionalism, and fairness.

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This is National Eating Disorder Awareness week. This annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders also aims to provide hope, support, and visibility to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Visit: https://t.co/BzDrccNiLF today

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Your doctor prescribed your opioids to YOU.
Keep them to yourself.

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Story time.

A great time to talk to your kids about the drugs and alcohol.

Visit https://t.co/qRdyvSfK43 for tips on how to start the conversation.

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Nothing says "I love you," like caring for your sweetie's needs. On Valentine's Day give the gift of a Deterra drug disposal pouch. Allow your special someone to safely get rid of old medications in an environmentally sound way. Receive yours by going to https://t.co/lhUiY88vIJ.

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An independent survey of NWI young adults revealed that 86% think marijuana is wrong to use while driving…and they're correct. Marijuana significantly impairs judgment, motor coordination, and reaction time. Want more information? Visit https://t.co/NWwhu6hYsb.

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This is Quitting, created by @truthinitiative, is an anonymous text message program designed to help teens and young adults quit vaping.
Access this program by texting DitchJUUL” to 88-709 and get immediate help. Parents can get support at https://t.co/lmNIj8eTEl

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There is no health without mental health! Mental health is just as important as physical health, and asking for help is a normal part of life. You should never feel like you have to take on the world alone. https://t.co/0vJ4GLlYke

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The first Friday in February (February 4) is National Wear Red Day. Don the color red in order to raise and spread awareness in hopes to help eradicate heart disease and stroke in millions of women all over the nation. So put on your reddest red today!

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February is American Hearth Month

Heart disease it affects all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and excessive alcohol use.
This is a great chance to start some heart-healthy habits!

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There are many legal substances that are not safe, especially when they're used in excess. We encourage everyone to think before they indulge in these things. SAFEty is our priority and educating the public is how we hope to succeed in our goal.

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Congratulations to our new Executive Board!
Chair - Paul Sines
Vice-chair - Stephanie Shostok
Secretary - Debbie Matthys
Law Enforcement Chair - Scott Sefton
Prevention Chair - Irene Boone-Phillips
Treatment Chair - Lauren Peterson

We look forward to an amazing 2022!

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E-cigarette aerosol is NOT harmless "water vapor." The inhaled and exhaled aerosol contains nicotine, cancer-causing chemicals, heavy metals such as nickel, tin, and lead, and volatile organic compounds. It is not safer than a regular cigarette - for you or those around you.

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Using prescription pills that weren't prescribed to you can be deadly.
In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in the amount of fake prescription pills containing fentanyl or methamphetamine. Don't take prescriptions not prescribed to you!

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
SAMHSA's National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990
Behavioral Health Treatment Service Locator
https://t.co/ptsdK2lSMK

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Indiana Prevention Resource Center is part of the Applied Health Science Dept at Indiana University, they are also proud members of SAFE. Their monthly newsletter can be found on their Facebook page @preventioninsights. We're so glad to have their resources and their support.

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The new @SAMHSAgov #TalkTheyHearYou mobile app is here to help you talk with your kids about alcohol and other drugs.⠀
Download it today at https://t.co/qRdyvSfK43.

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The Deterra Deactivation System is the only at-home safe medication disposal pouch that has been comprehensively tested. It's a safe & environmentally sound solution for the permanent destruction of drugs. We will send you your own FREE pouches visit https://t.co/lhUiY88vIJ.

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What is Dry January? It’s a simple concept: No alcohol for one whole month. In many ways it’s a nice respite from the frequently boozy holidays, and a way to jump-start your New Year health and wellness goals.