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The Yuma CARES Coalition unites community partners, prevention leaders, and mental health
professionals to promote wellness, resilience, and recovery across Yuma County. Our plan of action is to:
*Prevent access to and the misuse of substances.
*Educate every segment of our community to understand the consequences of the misuse and abuse of substances.
*Provide resources for treatment or treatm

ent protocols for users.
*Commit to continued enforcement of laws to reduce the misuse and abuse and availability of substances.
*Eliminate the victimization caused by misuse and abuse of users to our community’s children and families

08/13/2026

🎙️ NEW CONNECTION PODCAST EPISODE

On this episode of the Connection Podcast, Ginny Legros, Executive Director of the Yuma County Mental Health Coalition, sits down with Joanne Fiser, Executive Director of the Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition (YCADC), to talk about the power of connection and collaboration throughout Yuma County.

Joanne shares how YCADC and its incredible community partners are working together to expand prevention efforts, strengthen community connections, and create lasting impact. Hear success stories, the difference these partnerships are making, and some exciting efforts still to come!

🎧 Have a listen and learn how connection is making a difference in Yuma County.

Connection is Prevention. ❤️

Catch up on all episodes of The Connection Podcast on our Youtube page, you can also find us on Spotify!
Youtube: https://youtu.be/YXD9aRf4jNU
Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/zOIs5fyEz5b

08/13/2026

🎙️ NEW CONNECTION PODCAST EPISODE

On this episode of the Connection Podcast, Ginny Legros, Executive Director of the Yuma County Mental Health Coalition, sits down with Joanne Fiser, Executive Director of the Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition (YCADC), to talk about the power of connection and collaboration throughout Yuma County.

Joanne shares how YCADC and its incredible community partners are working together to expand prevention efforts, strengthen community connections, and create lasting impact. Hear success stories, the difference these partnerships are making, and some exciting efforts still to come!

🎧 Have a listen and learn how connection is making a difference in Yuma County.

Connection is Prevention. ❤️

Catch up on all of our episodes on our Youtube or Spotify pages!
Youtube: https://youtu.be/YXD9aRf4jNU
Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/zOIs5fyEz5b

08/12/2026

💜 Knowledge can save lives.
Understanding opioid overdose, recognizing warning signs, and knowing how to respond are important steps in protecting our families and community.
As part of our commitment to prevention and education, YCADC is sharing evidence-based opioid overdose resources designed for community members, educators, healthcare professionals, parents, and anyone who wants to learn more. These tools provide trusted information and practical strategies that can help prevent overdose and support healthier outcomes.
Visit our website to access these free resources and learn how evidence-based approaches are helping communities address overdose prevention and save lives.
🔗 Resource Link: https://yumacountyantidrugcoalition.org/overdose-awareness-month-1
Together, through education, awareness, and action, we can build a safer and healthier Yuma County.

08/11/2026

🎉 RECORD-BREAKING ATTENDANCE! 🎉

Today’s Yuma CARES ❤️ Coalition meeting was over the top! We are incredibly grateful to all of our Community Champions who showed up, connected, and helped make this such a powerful meeting.

A special thank you to the Co-Responder Unit – City of Yuma Fire Department - Yuma Police Department and Yuma County Public Health Services District for presenting and sharing. Our hope is everyone understands that Naloxone saves lives—and it belongs in everyone’s first aid kit. ❤️

Every person in the room today represents another connection, another resource, and another opportunity to make a difference throughout Yuma County.

Thank you to our Champions for believing in our mission and knowing that…

❤️ Connection is Prevention.

08/10/2026

‼️This August 31 marks the 25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day.

In honor of 25 years, in the lead up to IOAD 2026 IOAD will be sharing 25 practical actions you can take to help prevent overdose this year. 💜 Follow IOAD social: overdoseawarenessday/

IOAD is about taking action to save lives, as much as it is about remembering lives lost.

08/08/2026

Who was David Penington?

He was a leader who chose compassion, evidence, and action when it mattered most, and his impact continues to save lives today.

This International Overdose Awareness Day, the 25th anniversary, we remember the people behind the progress - and the legacy that continues through the Penington Institute.

08/07/2026

💜 Awareness starts with education, and education starts with sharing trusted resources.
As part of YCADC's commitment to keeping our community informed, we're proud to participate in and amplify national and international prevention campaigns that bring attention to critical public health issues affecting communities everywhere—including right here in Yuma County.
One of those initiatives is International Overdose Awareness Day, led globally by the Penington Institute since 2012. The Penington Institute, a non-profit committed to freedom from serious drug harms, has been quietly leading International Overdose Awareness Day since 2012, transforming a single event into a global day of action.
By sharing evidence-based information and connecting our community with trusted resources, YCADC continues to support awareness, prevention, and healthy conversations that strengthen families and create a safer Yuma County.
Together, we can learn more, talk openly, support one another, and help prevent overdose before it happens.
💜 Awareness leads to action. Action saves lives.

08/05/2026

💜 August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day — a global day of remembrance, awareness, and action.
Every overdose impacts more than one person. It affects families, friends, coworkers, classmates, and entire communities. Here in Yuma County, we recognize the lives lost, support those left behind, and renew our commitment to preventing future tragedies.
At YCADC, we believe prevention starts with education, awareness, and community connection. Through year-round outreach, youth programs, public awareness campaigns, and partnerships with local organizations, we're working to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and connect people with resources that can save lives.
International Overdose Awareness Day is more than a day of remembrance—it's a call to action. Together, we can create conversations that matter, support those who are struggling, and build a healthier, safer Yuma County for everyone.
Join us this August as we honor lives, raise awareness, and work toward a future where fewer families experience the pain of overdose loss.
💜 Every life matters. Every conversation matters. Every action matters.

08/04/2026

Thank you, Yuma Rotary, for the wonderful opportunity to share the mission and impact of the Yuma County Anti Drug Coalition (YCADC) with such an incredible group of community leaders today.

It was an honor to speak with Rotarians who are deeply committed to making Yuma County a stronger, healthier, and safer place for everyone. Together, through collaboration, prevention, and a shared vision for our community, we truly can make a lasting difference.

Thank you for all that you do to serve our community. We look forward to continuing to work together to create hope, build connections, and positively impact lives.

Together, we will make a difference. ❤️

08/03/2026

💜 Small actions can make a big difference.
As YCADC joins communities around the world in recognizing the 25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day, we're encouraging Yuma County residents to take action, raise awareness, and help save lives.
Whether it's learning something new, supporting a neighbor, or starting a conversation, each step helps build a healthier, safer community for everyone.
Here are 10 ways you can get involved this August:
✔️ Attend an overdose awareness event
✔️ Participate in a candlelight vigil or remembrance activity
✔️ Learn how naloxone (Narcan) can help save a life
✔️ Wear or light up purple for awareness
✔️ Create art that inspires hope and healing
✔️ Observe a moment of silence for those we've lost
✔️ Share prevention and recovery resources
✔️ Help break the stigma surrounding substance use disorders
✔️ Support families impacted by overdose
✔️ Promote local prevention, treatment, and recovery services
At YCADC, we believe prevention starts with education, awareness, compassion, and community connection. Together, we can create a future where fewer lives are lost and more people find the support they need.
What action will you take this August? 💜

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Yuma, AZ
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http://www.yumacountyantidrugcoalition.org/

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