Rocmnd Youth Prevention Program - Ottawa County

05/14/2026

Youth and community engagement are critical. Engaging youth fosters positive youth development by building a sense of belonging, life skills, and strong social connections.
Connections with peers, families, and communities are a major factor in driving positive
behaviors in our young people. SAMHSA

Get involved: http://samhsa.gov/prevention-week

The United States Department of Justice
ONDCP

05/14/2026

Primary prevention works, and it’s cost-effective. Prevention science draws upon disciplines
such as epidemiology, psychology, medicine, and neuroscience, and identifies and applies
evidence-based strategies that strengthen protective factors and reduce risk factors at the
individual, family, and community levels. http://samhsa.gov/prevention-week

SAMHSA
The United States Department of Justice
ONDCP

05/11/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month is more than a campaign; it’s a reminder that healing, growth, and asking for support are all part of being human.

People are fighting battles no one else can see. A smile, a text, a listening ear, or simply showing kindness can make a bigger difference than you realize. It only takes one kind action to have an enormous impact.

Take care of your mind the same way you take care of your body. Rest when needed. Speak kindly to yourself. Reach out when things feel heavy

You matter. Your feelings matter.

Encouraging to open conversations and reminding people they never have to struggle alone.

04/27/2026

We had a successful service project day at the POCI Partners for Ottawa County, Inc. Park Clean Up at Rotary Park! Students from MPS Miami Innovation Center volunteered their time to help clean up our community 🫶 along with POCI members Ben Loring, Deidre Osburn, & Lauren Peters, and MPS teachers James Fiddler & Kevin Panter (not pictured).

04/25/2026

CAMP coalition is in downtown Miami today at
🎨 Ottawa County Arts & Humanities Arts Festival 🎨 FREE car show, murals, & live music!

04/20/2026

We had a great time at the MIC (Miami Innovation Center) Family Fun Night last week 🎉🙌

04/07/2026

📣Delta 8 & THC-A are harmful to our YOUTH📣

Join our CAMP coalition meetings every 3rd Tuesday at the Miami Public Library meeting room (or via Google Meet), to help us lower youth ma*****na misuse in Ottawa County‼️

“Gas station drugs” aren’t as harmless as they look.

Products like Delta-8, THC-A, kratom, and “7-OH” are often sold in convenience stores with bright packaging and names that appeal to younger audiences. But here’s the reality:

• Many are unregulated or loosely regulated
• Potency and ingredients can be misleading or inconsistent
• Some carry serious health risks, especially for youth
• Easy access doesn’t mean safe use

Parents—don’t assume these products are harmless just because they’re sold over the counter.
Take a moment to talk with your kids. Awareness today can prevent problems tomorrow.

If you have questions, reach out. We’re here to help.

04/06/2026

helps young adults with substance misuse & mental health 🫶

Reaching out for help is a sign of strength—please keep going. connects young adults to resources for mental health and substance use, and a supportive community. Visit samhsa.gov/recoverme

04/03/2026

The Dobson Museum & Home has remodeled & is NOW OPEN at their original location 🎉 The Dobson is a pillar of Miami culture, & a great community partner 🫶 Go check them out!

03/31/2026

Starting April 1, the Closet Clean Out – Youth Clothing Donation Drive will be underway.

Now is a great time to set aside clothing items your household no longer needs and help support youth in the community.

Donations will be accepted through the end of May.

Drop-off locations:
• Ki-ho-ta Center
• Quapaw Nation Administration Office
• Quapaw Nation Title VI Building

If you need items picked up or would like to make a monetary donation, please contact Tyffanie Hembree at (918) 238-3175.