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Keeping Kids Safe: How To Talk Other Parents About Limiting Access to Alcohol and Drugs

by Amanda Sheeren / from betheinfluencemarin.org As a parent, you may already be aware of the dangers surrounding underage substance use, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need to limit access to alcohol and drugs. You’re familiar with the Social Host Ordinance in your city, you’ve taken steps to lock up substances at home, set clear…

‘Let’s Talk’ an Important Toolkit for Middle and High School Families
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‘Let’s Talk’ an Important Toolkit for Middle and High School Families

Local resource helps families navigate mental health, substance use, and other important topics Marin County, CA – On August 15, the annual Let’s Talk and Let’s Start Talking toolkit will be released to parents and caregivers of students entering sixth and ninth grade in Marin County schools. Now in its fifth year, the toolkit has become a…

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Behavioral Health Virtual Services Platform

In January 2024, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with Kooth and Brightline, is launching two behavioral health virtual services platforms for children, youth, and families. Launching as a part of the state’s CalHOPE program, with funding from the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative, a $4.6 billion investment in youth…

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Find Your Way Campaign and Resource Guide: Fostering Youth Wellness

The purpose of the Find Your Way campaign is to promote help seeking and connection to local youth resources to support well-being.  This campaign, along with the Resource Guide, is designed by youth for youth and promotes messages that are accessible and relatable.   Find Your Way offers opportunities for involvement in youth driven projects in…

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California Department of Health Care Services announces partnership with Brightline

New Partnership Will Provide Virtual Behavioral and Mental Health Support for More Than Six Million Children and Families Across the State This First-of-its-Kind Innovative Investment by California Comes at a Critical Time for Youth Mental Health Across the U.S. The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has selected Brightline to support the delivery of equitable, appropriate,…

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Find Your Way Youth Scholarship Opportunity – Apply by Sept. 19, 2023

Find Your Way is providing youth in Marin County with $500 for October 2023 – July 2024. We are looking for youth (ages 12 – 25 years) who are already participating in community programs in Marin County, or those who are interested in volunteering or participating in community work. Applications are due on September 19th…

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How to navigate increases in youth substance use during summer months

Summer is a fun time for our young people and allowing them more freedom is healthy and needed after a heavily scheduled school year. Along with more free time, it’s a good idea to set expectations and boundaries to keep them safe. Now, more than ever, the stakes are higher. With fentanyl out there, and…

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Intoxicating Hemp Products: What You Need to Know

We want to share important information about a relatively new type of drug being sold in Marin that technically any 10-year old can buy. Youth can now legally access intoxicating hemp-derived cannabis edibles, vapes and other products because of loopholes in federal and California laws. These drugs are poorly regulated and can have very harmful…

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