Indiana County Recovery Capital Grand Opening
On February 6, 2026, AICDAC celebrated the unveiling of Indiana County Recovery Capital. AICDAC hosted its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly renovated facility on South 8th Street in downtown Indiana, PA.
Indiana Recovery Capital is a recovery support center that is overseen by Armstrong Indiana Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission and staffed by Certified Recovery Specialists. The recovery center offers a safe place of support for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
29th Annual Drug – Free Calendar Contest Winner
AICDAC would like to recognize local Indiana County fifth-grade student, Nora Bothell for her artistic talent and creativity to promote awareness. Nora was honored as one of the 13 winners in the 29th Annual Drug – Free Calendar Contest that was conducted by the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General. She attends United Elementary School.
Nora’s poster will be featured on the May calendar page of the state’s drug-free calendar. The winners were chosen out of 13,000 submissions from 148 schools in 44 counties, based on creativity, ability to illustrate, and inclusion of a drug-free message. The drawings were collected in October, which is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, from fifth grade students across the state of Pennsylvania.
Nora’s words want to remind people to “Don’t let Drugs Blow your Future.”
All Recovery Meeting in Clarion
AICDAC is hosting an All Recovery Meeting for anyone who struggles with substance use, is affected by substance use, or supports the recovery lifestyle. Meetings will be held every Wednesday from 2 – 3pm at the First United Methodist Church on Wood Street in Clarion, PA.
Indiana Small Games of Chance Training 2025
On December 2, 2025, AICDAC partnered with the Indiana Fraternal Order of the Eagles #1468 to host free a Small Games of Chance training for local businesses, clubs, and other organizations that hold a license. Jamie Jones presented on the rules and regulations of holding a Small Games of Chance license, proper documentation, and information on the special occasion permit. AICDAC had 54 people in attendance and would like to thank the Indiana FOE #1468 for donating the training space and catering for the event.
Gift Responsibly Campaign 2025
Each year the National Council on Problem Gambling sponsors the Gift Responsibly Campaign to raise awareness on the risk of problem gambling for youth. This year, Prevention II Specialist, Lindsay Earley, designed a sticker for local coffee shops to display on their cups in Armstrong, Indiana, and Clarion Counties. The sticker is a reminder that lottery products should not be purchased as a gift for youth. AICDAC encourages the spread of Christmas cheer by gifting responsibly.
Drug Take Back Day
Every October and April, The DEA hosts National Rx Take Back Day. This year, National Rx Take Back Day fell on October 26, 2024. This initiative aims to collect unused or expired medications, so that they are not sitting in a medicine cabinet at home. Too often, these unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands which is dangerous and often tragic.
Homer Center High School Students Participate in Project Sticker Shock
During the month of October, many high school students are getting ready for Homecoming. This is also a risky time of year when many teenagers may be introduced to underage drinking. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, approximately 1,000 children under age 21 die each year in preventable tragedies while celebrating their high school homecoming. Therefore, efforts to prevent underage drinking, particularly at homecoming, is critical.
2024 Recovery HUB Conference
Recovery HUB Conferences for Regions 6 and 7 registration is now open! Registration is now open for the AICDAC Recovery HUB Conference! The HUB is inviting Vendors to set up information tables throughout the day. We are also accepting submissions for proposals if you...
Recovery N’ Motion
The mission of Recovery N’ Motion is to promote long-term recovery from substance use disorders through education, advocacy, and recovery support services, resulting in healthier individuals, families, and communities.
Be A Loving Mirror (BALM) Course
AICDAC is hosting a free Family Recovery Education course that includes curriculum, based on the 12 Principles of the BALM® Family Recovery Method. This is a 12 week course offered at 2 locations.
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