Red Ribbon Week is Here! 🎀
Today we kick off Red Ribbon Week by coming together as a community to promote healthy, drug-free choices and positive decision-making.
Red Ribbon Week is a reminder that prevention starts with education, connection, and open conversations. Let’s set the tone for a week focused on kindness, safety, and support.
#RedRibbonWeek
#DrugFreeCommunities
#HealthyChoices
#SayNoToDrugs
#PreventionWorks
Don’t be surprised by what is in your medicine cabinet. If you haven’t used them, don’t need them, or they’re expired, drop them off at a #TakeBackDay collection site near you on Saturday, October 24th, 10am-2pm. DEATakeBack.com
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No te sorprendas por lo que hay en tu botiquín. Si no los has usado, no los necesitas, o están caducados, déjalos en un centro de recogida de #TakeBackDay cerca de ti el sábado 24 de octubre, de 10am-2pm. DEATakeBack.com
Join the #RedRibbonWeek celebrations by sharing a pic, tag us, and show us how #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe
Oct. 23rd marks the official first day of #RedRibbonWeek, a great time to start conversations, raise awareness, and encourage healthy living and drug-free choices. For more information or to access the Red Ribbon toolkit visit dea.gov/redribbon
Halloween can be fun—but it can also feel overwhelming for children with sensory sensitivities. Loud noises, bright lights, crowds, and costumes may be a lot to handle.
A few gentle adjustments can make a big difference:
✨ Practice ahead of time
✨ Choose comfortable costumes
✨ Offer alternatives to trick‑or‑treating
✨ Create a calm plan and follow your child’s cues
There’s no “right” way to celebrate—what matters most is that your child feels safe, supported, and included.
Find more sensory‑friendly Halloween tips at Pathways.org.
#SensoryFriendly #InclusiveHalloween #ParentingSupport #ChildDevelopment #PathwaysOrg
We’re kicking off Red Ribbon Week today, October 23, with our COO, Dr. Christopher Craddock, leading the way! Join us through October 31 as we celebrate this year’s official theme: “Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free.™” #RedRibbonWeek #MakeADifference #BeAHero #StayDrugFree
💡 Parenting isn’t about being perfect. Showing love, setting healthy boundaries, and listening to your child can help them grow into confident, happy adults. 💙
#PositiveParenting #ParentingTips #FamilyStrong
Harm reduction saves lives.
Harm reduction meets people where they are—offering practical, compassionate strategies to reduce the risk of overdose, injury, and death. In the era of fentanyl, these approaches are more important than ever.
✅ Carrying naloxone
✅ Not using alone
✅ Accessing trusted, nonjudgmental health services
Fentanyl poisoning can happen to anyone. Awareness, education, and community‑based harm reduction help keep people alive and connected to care.
This month, let’s replace stigma with support and silence with action. 💙
Learn more about how harm reduction works and why it matters.
#FentanylPoisoningAwarenessMonth #HarmReduction #EndOverdose #PublicHealth #SaveLives #CommunityCare
Don’t be surprised by what is in your medicine cabinet. If you haven’t used them, don’t need them, or they’re expired, drop them off at a #TakeBackDay collection site near you on Saturday, October 24th, 10am-2pm. DEATakeBack.com
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No te sorprendas por lo que hay en tu botiquín. Si no los has usado, no los necesitas, o están caducados, déjalos en un centro de recogida de #TakeBackDay cerca de ti el sábado 24 de octubre, de 10am-2pm. DEATakeBack.com
👶💛 Helping Big Siblings Feel Important When Baby Arrives
Welcoming a new baby is a big change—especially for older siblings! Giving young children simple ways to help can build confidence, strengthen bonds, and make them feel included.
✨ Let them:
• “Help” with diaper supplies
• Sing or talk to the baby
• Show gentle touches
• Help pick out clothes or books
Little jobs can mean big pride. 💙 Including siblings in caring for the new baby helps nurture connection from the very beginning.
Learn more sibling-friendly tips from Pathways.org.
#NewBaby #Siblings #FamilyBonding #ParentingSupport #PathwaysOrg
If you are having difficulties with emotional problems like anxiety or depression, please know that SCAN offers free counseling services. Take this opportunity to receive the support and guidance you need to lead a healthier life. We offer individual therapy, case management and testing for HIV and Hepatis C. You can call us at (956) 608-3888 or stop by at 1702 Hendricks Ave. Our services are confidential.
Si tiene dificultades con problemas emocionales como ansiedad o depresión, sepa que SCAN ofrece servicios de consejería gratuitos. Aproveche esta oportunidad para recibir el apoyo y la orientación que necesita para llevar una vida más saludable. Ofrecemos terapia individual, gestión de casos y pruebas de VIH y hepatitis C. Puede llamarnos al (956) 608-3888 o visitarnos en 1702 Hendricks Ave. Nuestros servicios son confidenciales.
📢We're hiring in Del Rio! 📢
SCAN is looking for a Community Health Worker to support the RBI Program.
This role provides prevention and intervention services to youth and adults who are at-risk of developing substance use disorders.
✅ Bilingual (English/Spanish)
✅ Part-time | Daytime hours
📍 Del Rio, TX
👉 Apply today: scan-inc.ninjagig.com/jobs/c…
📢We're hiring in Eagle Pass! 📢
SCAN is looking for a Community Health Worker to support the RBI Program.
This role provides prevention and intervention services to youth and adults who are at-risk of developing substance use disorders.
✅ Bilingual (English/Spanish)
✅ Full-time | Daytime hours
📍 Eagle Pass, TX
👉 Apply today: scan-inc.ninjagig.com/jobs/c…
🧸 Choosing Toys That Help Toddlers Learn & Grow 🌱
The best toys for toddlers don’t need batteries or screens—they spark imagination, movement, and creativity! Open-ended toys help little ones build important skills while they play.
✅ Stacking & sorting toys
✅ Balls & push/pull toys
✅ Pretend play (kitchens, dolls, animals)
✅ Books, blocks, and simple puzzles
Playtime is learning time! Choosing the right toys supports motor skills, problem-solving, and creativity—all while having fun. 💛
Learn more toddler-friendly toy tips from Pathways.org.
#ToddlerPlay #LearningThroughPlay #ChildDevelopment #ParentingTips #PathwaysOrg
👧👦 Siblings may argue, compete, and push each other’s buttons—but with guidance, respect, and quality time, they can build strong lifelong bonds. 💙
#SiblingRivalry #ParentingTips #FamilyStrong
💙 Strong parent-child relationships are built in the little moments every day. Listen with empathy, make time to connect, encourage open communication, and never miss a chance to say “I love you.” Small acts of love and attention can help children feel safe, valued, and supported.
#ParentingTips #PositiveParenting #HealthyFamilies #ParentChildRelationship #FamilyStrong
🌟 Teens face a lot of pressure today. Listen without judgment, stay involved, and let them know they’re not alone. Your support matters more than you think. 💙
#Parenting #TeenWellness #FamilyStrong
📢We're hiring in Del Rio! 📢
SCAN is looking for a Community Health Worker to support the RBI Program.
This role provides prevention and intervention services to youth and adults who are at-risk of developing substance use disorders.
✅ Bilingual (English/Spanish)
✅ Part-time | Daytime hours
📍 Del Rio, TX
👉 Apply today: scan-inc.ninjagig.com/jobs/c…
📢We're hiring in Eagle Pass! 📢
SCAN is looking for a Community Health Worker to support the RBI Program.
This role provides prevention and intervention services to youth and adults who are at-risk of developing substance use disorders.
✅ Bilingual (English/Spanish)
✅ Full-time | Daytime hours
📍 Eagle Pass, TX
👉 Apply today: scan-inc.ninjagig.com/jobs/c…






















