Yuma County Anti Drug Coalition

06/12/2026

Mental health and substance use don’t exist in separate lanes—they overlap more than people realize.
Breaking the stigma = more people getting help sooner.
Need tools to start conversations locally?
👉 YCADC.org
https://yumacountyantidrugcoalition.org/cdc-free-mind-initiative

Empowering Communities Against Drugs

06/11/2026

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Yuma C.A.R.E.S. Yuma County Anti Drug Coalition 6/9/2026

06/11/2026

☀️💙 YCADC partnered with US Border Patrol Yuma Sector this morning at Carver Elementary to share resources with students and families.

Summer is an important time to continue prevention efforts, and we are grateful for the partnerships that help us support our community. Thank you to all of our champions for making a difference!

06/11/2026

Big feelings hitting all at once?
Yeah… that “I just need something to calm me down” moment is real.
But turning to alcohol or pills to cope? That can flip the script in ways you didn’t sign up for.
How you deal today shows up tomorrow.
Find a better way to reset. You’ve got options.
👉 cdc.gov/FreeMind

06/09/2026

🎉 Another Incredible Yuma CARES Coalition Meeting! 🎉

A huge THANK YOU to all of our coalition champions who joined us for another amazing and impactful meeting! Your commitment to strengthening our community through prevention, education, and collaboration continues to make a difference throughout Yuma County.

👏 Special thanks to Bruce Gwynn for his informative and inspiring presentation on Alcoholics Anonymous. The valuable information, personal insights, and resources shared provided a meaningful look at recovery and the support available to individuals and families impacted by substance use.

👏 We would also like to thank Jorge Flores with RAZE for delivering an outstanding presentation. Your passion, knowledge, and dedication to youth empowerment and prevention inspired everyone in attendance and highlighted the importance of making healthy, positive choices.

Together, we continue building stronger partnerships, increasing awareness, and creating healthier communities across Yuma County. Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and shared in the conversation. We look forward to seeing you at our next coalition meeting!

💙 Collaboration. Prevention. Community. Impact.

06/09/2026

Drugs and your body?
It’s giving 🚩🚩🚩
They can damage your organs, mess with your mind, and leave you feeling like a stranger in your own life.
You deserve better than that kind of chaos.
Break up with the drama.
👉 cdc.gov/FreeMind

06/08/2026

🎉💙 YCADC is Honored to Be Selected as a Recipient! 💙🎉

The Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition (YCADC) would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the amazing members of the Fort Yuma Rotary Club for their generosity and commitment to our community.

We were honored to be one of 23 nonprofit organizations selected to receive funding during this year’s Nonprofit Day. These funds will directly support our efforts to prevent substance misuse, promote mental wellness, provide prevention education, and strengthen protective factors for youth and families throughout Yuma County.

We are incredibly grateful for organizations like Fort Yuma Rotary that embody the spirit of Service Above Self and invest in the work being done to create a healthier, safer, and stronger community.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for supporting the countless nonprofits that make a difference every day across Yuma County. Together, we are creating positive change and building a brighter future for all.

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06/07/2026

💧☀️ YCADC had a great time attending the Greater Yuma Water Alliance event today! ☀️💧

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello, learn about local prevention resources, and grab a fun water squishy ball! We enjoyed connecting with community members and sharing information about the programs and services available throughout Yuma County.

Events like these help strengthen community connections and promote healthy, safe, and informed communities. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a wonderful event and thank the Greater Yuma Water Alliance for bringing everyone together!

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06/05/2026

The CDC developed the Free Mind campaign to help prevent and reduce drug use and overdose among youth. The campaign was created through research and real conversations with youth, parents, and caregivers. Through these conversations, CDC identified a need to address the connection between substance use and mental health among youth ages 12-17.
It’s okay to not be okay. Teens like you might be struggling and look to drugs to find a way through. But drugs can make it worse. Drugs and mental health don’t mix. Find a better way to unwind at CDC.gov/FreeMind.

https://youtu.be/mjGseIrCPWQ?si=ICKX_mdPEbtiKPFK

Drug use and mental health challenges are connected. Discover tools to support teens and parents.

06/04/2026

Some relationships are toxic.
Drugs? Definitely one of them.
They don’t just “take the edge off”—they mess with your body, your brain, and your mental health. And mixing the wrong things (or even the wrong dose) can turn serious fast.
Yeah… even prescription meds.
Watch this. It might change how you see it.
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https://youtu.be/aNeh1_NDob0?si=i0r78CFynt6Fofi6

Teens like you might be struggling and look to drugs to find a way through. But fake pills may have hidden fentanyl which can lead to deadly results. Learn d...