Prevention Resource Center - PRC Region 9

Call Directions Website Contact the organization

Prevention Resource Center - PRC Region 9 The Prevention Resource Center – Region 9
A program of Basin Lighthouse
Promoting behavioral health & substance misuse prevention 💡

Substance use prevention and behavioral health are closely connected. Understanding the mental health experiences of you...
10/09/2026

Substance use prevention and behavioral health are closely connected. Understanding the mental health experiences of young people can help communities recognize opportunities for early support and prevention.

According to the 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health:

• 18.0% of adolescents ages 12–17 experienced moderate or severe symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder.

• 10.4% reported having serious thoughts of su***de.

• 5.1% reported making a su***de plan.

• 2.9% reported attempting su***de.

The data also shows decreases from the previous year in several measures of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Every number represents a young person and a community that matters.

Prevention means paying attention to the whole picture: substance use, mental health, protective factors, access to support, and the environments where young people live and grow.

Data helps us understand the need and connection helps us respond.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

***dePrevention

Substance use trends are constantly changing, which is why keeping up with the data matters.The 2025 National Survey on ...
10/08/2026

Substance use trends are constantly changing, which is why keeping up with the data matters.

The 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that millions of people reported using different types of central nervous system stimulants, including prescription stimulants, co***ne, and methamphetamine.

The data also shows that some individuals reported using more than one type of stimulant.

For prevention professionals and community partners, understanding these patterns can help inform education, outreach, and prevention strategies.

We will continue looking at the data, identifying trends, and helping communities across Region 9 stay informed.

Prevention conversations around alcohol are important year-round.According to the 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and H...
10/07/2026

Prevention conversations around alcohol are important year-round.

According to the 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 13.7% of people ages 12–20 reported alcohol use in the past month.

The data also tracks binge drinking and heavy alcohol use among this age group, helping communities understand patterns and identify where prevention efforts may be needed.

While national data gives us a broader picture, local data helps us understand what is happening right here in our own communities.

That is why prevention matters at every level: national trends, regional data, and local action.

Join the Prevention Resource Center for a Lunch & Learn where we'll dig into the latest local data on substance use and ...
10/06/2026

Join the Prevention Resource Center for a Lunch & Learn where we'll dig into the latest local data on substance use and behavioral health in the Permian Basin. We'll look at what the numbers are telling us, the trends we're seeing, and where the gaps are in our community, so we can work together to close them.

Whether you work in education, healthcare, law enforcement, faith communities, or local government, or you just care about the wellbeing of the Basin, this conversation is for you. Bring your questions and your perspective, and we'll bring lunch!

Thursday, October 8th, 2026
11:00am-1:00pm
Region 18 Education Service Center, 2811 LaForce Blvd, Midland, TX 79706

Space is limited, so register today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bridge-builders-data-trends-and-gaps

Prevention includes more than preventing substance use. It also means recognizing barriers to treatment and supporting c...
10/06/2026

Prevention includes more than preventing substance use. It also means recognizing barriers to treatment and supporting communities where people can access the help they need.

The 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 45.2 million adults needed substance use treatment, but only 15.7% received treatment.

That means the majority of adults who needed substance use treatment did not receive it.

Understanding gaps in treatment access can help communities identify opportunities for stronger partnerships, resources, education, and support.

Data helps us see the need and community collaboration helps us respond.

10/06/2026

Hey! Did you join us for Bridge the Basin? The work continues!

Join The Prevention Resource Center for Bridge Builders: Data, Trends & Gaps, a FREE lunch and learn this Thursday, October 8, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Region 18 ESC in Midland, TX, or join virtually.

We need your data! Bring your numbers, your stories, and what you're seeing in your work so we can build a clearer picture of the trends, needs, and gaps across the Permian Basin.

There are still spots left. Register now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bridge-builders-data-trends-and-gaps

Lighthouse

10/05/2026

Join the Prevention Resource Center - PRC Region 9 for a conversation on the latest data trends across the Basin and how we can work together to bridge the gaps in our community.
🗓️ Thursday, October 8
🕚 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Region 18 ESC, 2811 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX 79706
Whether you work in education, healthcare, law enforcement, faith communities, or local government, your voice matters in building a healthier Basin. Seats are limited, so register today!
👉 Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bridge-builders-data-trends-and-gaps

Understanding substance use trends helps communities recognize where prevention and education efforts are needed.Accordi...
10/05/2026

Understanding substance use trends helps communities recognize where prevention and education efforts are needed.

According to the 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 7.1 million people age 12 and older reported opioid misuse, while about 768,000 reported using illegally made fentanyl in the past year.

The data also shows that opioid misuse has continued to decrease nationally over the past several years.

For prevention professionals and community partners, data like this helps us ask important questions:

• What are we seeing in our communities?
• Where are the gaps in awareness and resources?
• How can we strengthen prevention efforts?

Prevention starts with understanding the data and using it to inform our communities.

It takes parents, educators, community leaders, healthcare providers, organizations, and residents working together to u...
10/02/2026

It takes parents, educators, community leaders, healthcare providers, organizations, and residents working together to understand what is happening in our communities and identify where prevention efforts are needed most.

The Prevention Resource Center is also looking at the bigger picture across Region 9: What trends are we seeing? Where are the gaps? What resources are available? And where can communities work together to strengthen prevention?

The answers to these questions help us move from awareness to action.

Because strong prevention starts with a community that is informed, connected, and willing to work together.

October is here, and with it comes a renewed focus on prevention across our communities.Red Ribbon Week will take place ...
10/01/2026

October is here, and with it comes a renewed focus on prevention across our communities.

Red Ribbon Week will take place October 23–31, bringing schools, families, and communities together around the importance of healthy, drug-free choices. But prevention doesn’t begin or end with one week. Please vsit Impact Youth for more information on RRW presentations.

At the Prevention Resource Center, we help communities understand substance use trends, recognize emerging concerns, identify gaps in resources, and use data to strengthen prevention efforts across the Permian Basin.

Prevention starts with awareness.

Address

426 N. Texas Avenue
Odessa, TX
79761

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14325805100

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Prevention Resource Center - PRC Region 9 posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Prevention Resource Center - PRC Region 9:

Shortcuts

Share

Category