Council on Alcoholism and Addictions of the Finger Lakes

08/29/2026

Recognizing an opioid overdose can be difficult. If you aren't sure, it is best to treat the situation like an overdose—you could save a life.

Administer naloxone or another opioid overdose reversal medication (if available) and then call 911.
Try to keep the person awake and breathing and lay the person on their side to prevent choking.
Do not leave the person alone.
Signs of an overdose may include:
Unconsciousness or inability to awaken
Slow or shallow breathing or difficulty breathing such as choking sounds or gurgling/snoring noise from a person who cannot be awakened
Discolored skin (especially in nails or lips)
Small, constricted "pinpoint pupils" that don't react to light

08/28/2026

Happening Monday at Oak Island in Waterloo, see you there!?🎨

08/28/2026

Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. This International Overdose Awareness Day help protect your community by learning how to use naloxone and keeping it with you and at home. Call us to get lifesaving medication at no cost to you 315-789-0310 CDC

08/28/2026

What Happens When Ma*****na Goes Legal? THC INC examines how the shift from cannabis prohibition to legalization is impacting young people. Through a public health lens, the film explores increased youth exposure, marketing concerns, and the need for policies that protect children while moving beyond criminalization. Watch it for free:

THC INC examines how the shift from cannabis prohibition to legaliz...

08/27/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31. In 2026, IOAD marks 25 years of global remembrance and action. This year's theme is "25 Years On. Still Needed". The theme reminds us that overdose affects people from every walk of life and that overdose prevention remains an urgent need. 💜 https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/php/toolkits/ioad.html CDC

08/26/2026

Hello from Seneca Falls on with a reminder to VOTE!

08/26/2026

National Dog Day honors family dogs and dogs that work selflessly to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort. Social isolation can be a major risk factor for both mental health challenges and substance use disorder, so the social benefits of dog ownership are not to be underestimated. 🐾https://www.mobilizerecovery.org/a_helping_paw_the_unexpected_power_of_dogs_in_mental_health_and_recovery

08/25/2026

It's National Financial Awareness Day and NYS OASAS has resources oasas.ny.gov/gambling Did you know the signs of problem gambling may include borrowing or stealing money to gamble, going back to try and win money you lost, being dishonest about how much you are spending, exaggerating wins and minimizing losses, and using money that is meant to pay bills to gamble instead. Confidential help and support are available for anyone affected by gambling harms, including family members and friends regardless of ability to pay. Call 1-877-846-7369 (HOPENY) or text 467369 available 24/7/365

08/25/2026

How do I know if my drinking is a problem?
Your drinking may have become a concern if you:

- Try unsuccessfully to cut back
- Experience strong cravings
- Drink more than intended
- Continue drinking despite problems at home, work, school or in relationships
- Wake up and need a drink to control your shaking or calm your nerves
- Blackouts (a period of memory loss caused by alcohol use), withdrawal symptoms and increasing tolerance can also be signs that it's time to seek professional guidance.

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
hazeldenbettyford.org/addiction-guides/alcohol-use-disorder

08/25/2026

Join us in raising awareness for Recovery Month, when we celebrate individuals and families in recovery. Every conversation, every connection can make a difference. Follow throughout the month of September for resources and ways to connect, support, and prevent: samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/recovery-month/toolkit
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