Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

Every 11 minutes represents more than a statistic, it represents a life, a family, and a community forever changed by su***de.

Su***de prevention is something we can all be part of.
Check in with the people around you.
Take concerns seriously.
Listen with compassion.
And never be afraid to help someone connect with support.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988.

You don't have to face a difficult moment alone.

09/01/2026

Behind every statistic is a person - a friend, coworker, neighbor, or loved one who may be carrying more than we realize.

Thoughts of su***de can affect anyone, and too often, people struggle in silence.
A simple check-in, a listening ear, or a reminder that someone matters can open the door to hope and support.

We don't have to have the right words.
We just have to be willing to reach out.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Help is available 24/7.

09/01/2026

Sometimes, making a difference starts with something as simple as a conversation.

Check in. Speak up. Listen without judgement.
Remind someone they matter. Your words and your willingness to connect may have more impact than you realize.

Your voice matters—and so does theirs.
Start the conversation. Be the difference.

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

09/01/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Throughout the month, each day here on the Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health page, you will see a reminder: a promise of hope. Please help us flood social media throughout the month by sharing each post. 💜💙

08/31/2026

Who Is Narcan For?

Opioid overdoses can impact people from all walks of life, often in ways we don't expect. That's why carrying Narcan isn't about assumptions or judgment. It's about being prepared to help someone in a critical moment.

This Opioid Awareness Day, let's replace stigma with compassion, education, and action. You never know whose life could depend on someone having Narcan nearby.

💜 Awareness saves lives. Compassion saves lives. Narcan saves lives.

To contact the Recovery Is Possible Project for FREE Narcan, email [email protected].

08/31/2026

National Overdose Awareness Day:

Each year on August 31st, we remember those we have lost to overdose, empathize with survivors, and stand with individuals and families affected by substance use. Every conversation about prevention, treatment, and recovery could make a difference in someone’s life.

The drug supply has become increasingly dangerous and unpredictable. Illicit fentanyl is being mixed with other powerful substances, making overdose risks higher than ever. Many of these substances cannot be seen, tasted, or smelled, and a single pill or powder can contain a deadly combination.

• Learn the facts- Visit VOID raises awareness of the dangers of illicit fentanyl.
• Carry naloxone and know how to use it- Contact your local health department, pharmacy, tribal clinic or the Recovery is Possible Team to acquire free naloxone
• Reduce stigma by supporting those seeking help
• Share accurate information with your community
• Remember that recovery is possible

On this National Overdose Awareness Day, let's turn awareness into action. Together, we can save lives through education, prevention, compassion, and hope. 💜

To contact the Recovery Is Possible Project, email [email protected]

08/03/2026

🌿 Recovery is stronger in community.

Chahta Recovery Circle is an adult group focused on integrating culture in healing. The group supports recovery with a talking circle and group led activities. Please, join us this month on August 11 and August 25 at Durant Windhorse, 816 W Evergreen, at 5pm

📅 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
🕔 5 p.m.
📍 Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health – Windhorse
816 W. Evergreen St., Durant, OK 74701

For more information, call (580) 916-9238. We hope to see you there! 🤎

07/29/2026

Come see our staff today at the Talihina Health Fair located at the community center. They are providing valuable education on Behavioral Health services, su***de prevention and substance use prevention! We look forward to seeing you there!!

07/20/2026

🌟 Light Up the Night for Recovery—1980s Style! 🌟

Join the Recovery Is Possible Project on September 26, 2026, for a neon-filled evening celebrating hope, healing, and the power of recovery!

👟 Race begins: 8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Carl Albert Community College, Hoffman-Wilson Building
1507 S. McKenna Street, Poteau, OK
📝 Race-day registration: 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Come dressed in your best 1980s-inspired neon attire for a chance to win the costume contest! Categories are available for children, teens, adults, and groups of up to three people.

The first 200 participants to pre-register by August 20 will receive a FREE event T-shirt! Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot.

This will be a timed event.

Let’s come together, light up the night, and show our community that recovery is possible! 💙🩷💛