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.
AICDAC Clarion Office has moved
On January 1st, 2024 the Clarion office of Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol commission moved to a new location. AICDAC would like to invite the industry and public to a welcome house at that location on March 1st, 2024 from 1pm-4pm to tour the office, meet the staff and learn more about the services offered.
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.
Marty’s Bubblegum Machine Party
The FIRST Program held their annual Marty’s Bubblegum Machine Party in June at The United Methodist Church in Emlenton. This a free event for families located in Clarion, Armstrong, Venango, and Butler counties.
Naloxone Vending Machine Press Release
The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission (AICDAC) and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC) have partnered to increase the availability of Naloxone for people in Indiana, PA. AICDAC has purchased a Naloxone Vending Machine that will be outside of the Emergency Room at IRMC.
National Drug Takeback Day a Success!
National Drug Take Back Day a Success! On Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, Armstrong Indiana Clarion Drug & Alcohol Commission along with Diamond Drug and Sheriff Fyock, collected 74 lbs. of medications to be safely disposed of for National Drug Take Back Day in Indiana County. Events were also held in Armstrong and Clarion Counties.
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