Rocmnd Youth Prevention Program - Ottawa County

08/26/2026

Stop by this Friday for a FREE lunch and community resources!

🌞 SOUP-ER Friday at the Miami Public Library! 📚🥪

Looking for a way to cool down from the heat? Come hang out at the Miami Public Library! You can read a book, use the computers, relax, and connect with others.

💙 Team SOUP-ER Squad will be serving a freshly made FREE lunch for everyone!

🍽️ Sloppy Joes
🥕 Carrots
🥔 Chips
🥒Pickle Spears
💧 Cold water
🍪 A sweet treat

📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Miami Public Library

We’ll also have a resource table available and can help connect individuals and families with essential community resources.

Everyone is welcome. No cost. No judgment. Just good food, resources, and community. ❤️

08/25/2026

"You don't need perfect words; just show up."

Talk, they hear you!

08/24/2026

"This social graphic was developed by the Stanford REACH Lab, a Stanford research lab focused on promoting adolescent and young adult health through collaborative research, education, and advocacy. For more resources and information, visit stanfordreachlab.com".

08/20/2026

Johnny's Ambassadors shares: "Adolescent cannabis use is associated with an increased risk for psychosis later in life."

http://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617756/

08/18/2026

Cool off with us today...

08/17/2026

📚 Looking for local resources and support? We've got you covered!

Whether you're seeking information about substance misuse prevention, mental health services, treatment and recovery support, youth programs, family resources, or other community services, our Prevention Resource Guide can help connect you to the resources available in our area.

Knowing where to turn for help is an important step in building healthy individuals, families, and communities. We encourage you to save, share, and use this guide whenever you or someone you know needs support.

Together, we can create a stronger, healthier community by making sure resources are accessible to everyone.

Join CAMP Coalition to reduce Ottawa County youth cannabis misuse, every 3rd Tuesday at 10:00 am at the Miami Public Library.

08/14/2026

🎒 Back to school is about more than pencils, backpacks and getting to class on time.

As students head back, take a few minutes to talk about getting to and from school safely, after-school plans, online safety, trusted adults, and what to do if something doesn’t feel right.

A quick conversation today can help kids feel more confident and prepared this week.

Have a safe and great school year, Miami! 📚

08/11/2026

🧠 Your Brain is Still Growing: Protect Its Potential

Did you know that the brain continues developing well into your mid-20s? During the teen years, the brain is building important connections that affect learning, memory, decision-making, emotional regulation, and impulse control.

Cannabis use during adolescence can interfere with this critical period of development. Research has shown that youth cannabis use may impact:
✅ Memory and concentration
✅ Learning and academic performance
✅ Attention and motivation
✅ Mental health and emotional well-being
✅ Decision-making and problem-solving skills

The choices made today can have a lasting impact on future goals, relationships, and opportunities. That's why prevention matters. Giving young people accurate information empowers them to make informed decisions and reach their full potential.

Every young person is full of potential. Protect your brain. Protect your future.