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START SD START-SD is a federally funded program working to increase access to prevention, treatment, and reco government."

START-SD is a federal program funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through four Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) grants to complete work to increase access to and effectiveness of prevention, treatment and recovery services for substance use disorders in South Dakota. Our current project, START-SD Impact, is a four-year program focused on providing support for individuals transitioning out of SD prison systems and their love ones through peer support programs, workforce development, and SUD treatment, prevention, and recovery. For more information, please visit: https://www.sdstate.edu/pharmacy-allied-health-professions/start-sd

"This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $1,500,000 with 100% funded by HRSA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA/HHS or the U.S. For more information, please visit: https://www.hrsa.gov/rural-health/opioid-response/impact

👻 Some things are spooky. Asking for help isn't one of them.Reaching out when you're struggling can feel uncomfortable—b...
10/14/2026

👻 Some things are spooky. Asking for help isn't one of them.

Reaching out when you're struggling can feel uncomfortable—but you don't have to figure everything out alone.

This Wins-day Wednesday, let’s celebrate the courage it takes to say, “I need some help.” 🧡

Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day! At START-SD, we continue to celebrate & learn from Indigenous voices & perspectives! S...
10/12/2026

Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day! At START-SD, we continue to celebrate & learn from Indigenous voices & perspectives! Stories are just one way to honor Indigenous history, culture, & resilience. 🧡 What books are you reading?

World Mental Health Day 🌎Take a moment to check in with yourself—and someone you care about. Asking for help is a streng...
10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day 🌎

Take a moment to check in with yourself—and someone you care about. Asking for help is a strength. 💚

Fall Into a Good Habit 🍂🍂 Wins-day Wednesday: Fall Into a Good Habit!October is a great time to start something small th...
10/07/2026

Fall Into a Good Habit 🍂

🍂 Wins-day Wednesday: Fall Into a Good Habit!

October is a great time to start something small that supports your mental health.

🌅 Take a morning walk
📱 Put your phone away for 30 minutes
💬 Check in with a friend
🧘 Take 5 minutes to breathe
😴 Prioritize sleep

What’s one healthy habit you’re working on this fall?

Mental health and substance use care are healthcare, too. 💙Everyone deserves access to the support they need to heal, re...
10/03/2026

Mental health and substance use care are healthcare, too. 💙

Everyone deserves access to the support they need to heal, recover, and move forward.

What does better access to care look like in your community?

Thank you to our speakers, partners, attendees, & team for a collaborative and inspiring Empowering Recovery Summit '26!...
10/01/2026

Thank you to our speakers, partners, attendees, & team for a collaborative and inspiring Empowering Recovery Summit '26! 💛💙

More pictures to come! 📸

Today’s the day! 💙 Check-in for the Empowering Recovery Summit begins at 8:30am in the Sheridan Room with a light breakf...
09/24/2026

Today’s the day! 💙 Check-in for the Empowering Recovery Summit begins at 8:30am in the Sheridan Room with a light breakfast. Event begins at 9am! We can’t wait!

Wins-Day: Keep the Momentum 🚀Wednesday called. 📞It wants to remind you that you don’t have to have a perfect week to hav...
09/23/2026

Wins-Day: Keep the Momentum 🚀

Wednesday called. 📞

It wants to remind you that you don’t have to have a perfect week to have a good one.

One good decision can turn into another… and another… and suddenly you’re making progress.

👉 What’s one positive choice you can make today?

-SD

World Gratitude Day 🌎💛Sometimes we get so focused on what we’re working toward that we forget to appreciate how far we’v...
09/21/2026

World Gratitude Day 🌎💛

Sometimes we get so focused on what we’re working toward that we forget to appreciate how far we’ve already come.

Today, take a minute to notice the good—big wins, little wins, and everything in between.

👉 Take a few minutes today to write down three things you’re grateful for. You might be surprised how much good is already around you.

-SD

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