Press Release: RI has launched a new public awareness initiative, titled No Matter Why You Use, aimed at preventing overdose deaths among #RhodeIsland adults ages 45 to 64+. Learn more: eohhs.ri.gov/press-releases…

Rhode Island is ranked the 5th best state in the nation for children, a reflection of our commitment to investing in education, health, and families. We’ll keep working to make Rhode Island the best place for our kids to grow up and build a future.

Older adults face a higher risk of overdose. No matter why you use, mixing drugs can be dangerous and may lead to a fatal overdose. Help and hope are here: preventoverdoseri.org RI BHDDH Rhode Island Department of Health R.I. Office of Healthy Aging

Your voice has power. This brief survey from RI BHDDH explores how communities engage in substance use prevention through everyday choices, positive storytelling, and support systems such as schools, workplaces, and media. Share your #PreventionStory: forms.office.com/g/HSTtHUAd0h

.@rifoundation partners with RI EOHHS to help South County residents cope with the opioid crisis at home, via The Westerly Sun. thewesterlysun.com/daily-news-ale…

DYK: Rhode Island Commerce expanded eligibility of the Wavemaker Fellowship to include more healthcare workers? It now has carved out funding for those working in primary care. To learn more and apply by November 10, visit wavemaker.commerceri.com.

Los adultos mayores enfrentan mayor riesgo de sufrir una sobredosis. No importa la razón por la que consuma drogas, mezclarlas es peligroso y puede conllevar a una sobredosis fatal. La ayuda y la Esperanza están aquí: prevengasobredosisri.org

Your voice matters! By sharing your experiences and ideas, you help shape prevention efforts that reflect real lives and real communities. Share your #PreventionStory: forms.office.com/g/HSTtHUAd0h

Older adults face a higher risk of overdose. No matter why you use, mixing drugs can be dangerous and may lead to a fatal overdose. Help and hope are here: preventoverdoseri.org RI BHDDH RI EOHHS R.I. Office of Healthy Aging

Do you work in child welfare, mental health, juvenile justice, or education? Register today for an upcoming, free session to learn about evidence-based adoption competence training: bridges4mentalhealth.org/national-cente…

Saturday is National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay! Here in RI, the event will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at locations throughout state. Find a collection site near you tinyurl.com/299p8f84 RI BHDDH Rhode Island Department of Health #safestorage #safedisposal

Every year, thousands of families are affected by the sudden and unexpected loss of an infant. Read about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) on Parent Support Network of Rhode Island's blog and check out local resources promoting safe sleep practices. #SafeSleepRI preventchildabuseri.org/blog/sids

RI Healthcare Workers: Have you heard about the Wavemaker Fellowship? Dozens of job titles from across behavioral health, social work, primary care, veterinary care, and more may be eligible. To learn more and apply by November 10, visit wavemaker.commerceri.com.

Today is National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay! Collection sites are open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. throughout RI, where you can safely dispose of expired or unused prescription drugs. Find a collection site near you tinyurl.com/299p8f84. RI BHDDH Rhode Island Department of Health

📽️'Silence on the Streets' examines the impact of the illicit opioid crisis on urban and vulnerable communities. Join us for the premiere at URI on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Learn more and register: web.uri.edu/jhwcenter/30th…

Join us 10/30 for a free session on evidence-based adoption competency training designed for child welfare, mental health, and school-based professionals. Register today: bridges4mentalhealth.org/national-cente…

Si el cierre continúa, todos los nuevos beneficios del SNAP se suspenderán el 1 de noviembre. Sintonice esta sesión informativa en Facebook. If the shutdown continues, all SNAP benefits will be halted on 11/1. Tune into this information session on Facebook.

#RhodeIsland is where you can make caring a career. Check out this interactive tool to help you explore rewarding opportunities in our healthcare and human services sectors: caringcareers.ri.gov/my-career-path….

Learn these five tips for a safe sleep environment for your baby.👶🏽 youtube.com/watch?v=NXmjGb…

Almost 2 tons of unused or expired medicines were safely disposed of during RI's #NationalDrugTakeBackDay. ICYMI: you can still bring leftover or expired medicines to a drug disposal box in your community. Find a location near you: tinyurl.com/az483wj5