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Mental Health Awareness_BACODA Training individuals to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health challenges among adults.

Provide resources for those needing mental health care.

10/07/2026

🌿 CALM DOWN WHEEL 🌿

Feeling overwhelmed, angry, sad, anxious, or tense? 💙 Sometimes, taking a moment to pause and reset can make a difference.

Try one of these simple calming strategies:
✨ Take a few deep breaths
✨ Step outside for fresh air
✨ Stretch or take a quick walk
✨ Write down what you’re feeling
✨ Listen to calming music
✨ Take a quiet break

Remember: It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to feel. And it’s okay to ask for support. 💙

Save this post for a moment when you need a little extra calm. 🫶

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10/04/2026

Eating disorders—such as anorexia nervosa, binge eating, and bulimia—can affect a person’s physical and mental health. In some cases, they can be life-threatening.

However, with treatment, full : samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/conditions/eating-disorders

10/04/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

Throughout October, we’ll be sharing ways to learn about domestic violence, recognize unhealthy and abusive behaviors, support victims and survivors, strengthen healthy relationships, and take meaningful action in our communities.

What’s one thing you want to learn or do this DVAM? Tell us in the comments.

Follow along throughout the month for resources, conversations and ways to take action. And remember: You don’t have to navigate this alone. Support is available 24/7.

📞 Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text “START” to 88788
💻 Chat: thehotline.org

10/04/2026

Addressing and preventing bullying is something that everyone can do.

This visit stopbullying.gov/ and learn how to help for good.

10/04/2026

💛 Self-Care Sunday 💜

Burnout doesn’t always look like completely falling apart. Sometimes it looks like:

• Feeling exhausted even after resting
• Losing interest in things you normally enjoy
• Becoming easily irritated or overwhelmed
• Struggling to concentrate or make decisions
• Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities
• Feeling numb, disconnected, or like you’re simply going through the motions

Burnout can show up in ways we don’t always recognize. That’s why checking in with ourselves — and with the people we care about — matters.

You don’t have to wait until you’re at your breaking point to ask for help. Your mental health matters, and support is available. 💛

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BACODA’s 2nd Annual Silent Auction Begins October 5!We’re excited to announce that BACODA’s 2nd Annual Silent Auction be...
10/04/2026

BACODA’s 2nd Annual Silent Auction Begins October 5!

We’re excited to announce that BACODA’s 2nd Annual Silent Auction begins Monday, October 5!

You can preview the exciting items available for bidding by visiting our auction site:
https://galabid.com/bacoda2026auction

Your support makes a difference! Proceeds from the auction help BACODA expand and provide vital substance use and abuse prevention services throughout our community.

Thank you in advance for taking a moment to visit our auction site, browse the items, and support BACODA’s mission. We truly appreciate your continued support!

Happy bidding!

10/01/2026

It's spooky season! 🎃 👻

If you're not feeling festive this season, that's okay. Help is always available if you or someone you know is struggling with or substance use.

Help yourself and share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

10/01/2026

💜As Su***de Prevention Awareness Month comes to an end, let’s make sure the conversation doesn’t! 💙. Su***de Prevention Awareness Month reminds us that every conversation, every check-in, and every moment of connection can make a difference. But supporting mental health and preventing su***de is something we can—and should—do all year long.

Let’s continue to:
💜 Check in on the people we care about
💜 Listen without judgment
💜 Talk openly about mental health and su***de
💜 Remind others that they are not alone
💜 Share resources and encourage people to seek support

The month may end, but hope, connection, and compassion never go out of season.

Let’s keep the conversation going. Because every life matters. Every story matters. Every day matters. 💜

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10/01/2026

Our community is invited to join Johnny’s Ambassadors for a Community Conversation: THC-Free America. 💚

Learn more about youth THC use prevention and ways our community can help.

📅 Oct. 21 | 6–7:30 PM
📍 PISD Virgil Gant Education Support Center

Free to attend. Register: p2p.onecause.com/jahouston

09/30/2026

Everyone's journey is different. No single path leads to healing. What matters is support, someone who listens without judgment, and the belief that healing is possible. 988. No judgment. Just help. 988lifeline.org
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