10/22/2026
“We meet people where they are, not where we wish they were. We believe that one moment of hope can change a lifetime. No matter your story, your past does not define your future.”
Contact the BEAR Program for general resource or referral assistance. 📱 405-247-2425
We apologize for the late post, we are catching up with getting back into the office from some of the staff being out last week. We are already being booked for next month but that’s a good thing that’s what we want for our community, our schools, our churches, our surrounding areas or whomever wants us to come through that’s why we are here. To educate, to listen, to help, to lend a helping hand. Here is our post for the day so share away if you wish.
HELP IS NOT RESERVED FOR ROCK BOTTOM
You do not have to lose everything before asking for help.
Concern may begin when alcohol or another substance starts affecting:
* Sleep or mood
* Physical health
* Money
* Work or school
* Relationships
* Court or program responsibilities
* The ability to stop or cut back
You do not need to diagnose yourself or disclose anything publicly.
Start with four steps:
NOTICE: Identify one specific change.
ASK: Prepare one honest question.
CONNECT: Find one qualified person or reliable resource.
BEGIN: Take one manageable step today.
Try saying:
“I do not know what kind of help I need, but something has changed and I have questions.”
Families can begin with:
“I care about you. I have noticed some changes, and I would like us to speak privately about what support may be available.”
Find treatment resources at FindTreatment.gov or call SAMHSA’s confidential National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Today’s B.E.A.R. schedule includes Drug Court work from 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and community outreach from 1:00–4:00 p.m. Contact our team privately for general resource or referral assistance.
We meet people where they are, not where we wish they were. We believe that one moment of hope can change a lifetime. No matter your story, your past does not define your future.
