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December 2024

Upcoming Fentanyl Forum

The Way Out West Coalition, in collaboration with key community partners, is hosting an essential Fentanyl Forum on January 22 at 6:30 PM at the Palo Verde Education Center in Buckeye, AZ. This impactful event is designed to educate, empower, and engage the community in addressing the growing fentanyl crisis affecting our community. Why This...

November 2024

Drug Take Back Success

The Buckeye Police Department, National Guard’s Counter Drug Task Force, and the Way Out West Coalition had partnered up with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide a Drug Take Back Event on October 26, 2024. It was a success! We were able to collect 16 lbs. of expired & unused medications from the community.

October 2024

DEA Drug Take-Back Event Oct 26th

We’re hosting another DEA Drug Take-Back Event on Saturday, Oct 26th from 10:00 AM—2:00 PM! Location: Buckeye Police Department 21699 W Yuma Rd Buckeye, AZ 85326 Google Maps directions to event: https://goo.gl/maps/sLJN8U4H6dRPYZx77 PLEASE READ: Do NOT bring needles, sharps, glass, inhalers or liquids

October 2024

Parents in the Know – Verrado Event

Join us for a riveting event where we dive deep into the newest trends in drug dealing and uncover the secrets that could be affecting your kids. This is your chance to get informed, ask questions, and gain valuable insights that could make a difference. Don’t miss out! Empower yourself with knowledge and become a...

July 2024

Check out July 2024’s Webinar Line-Up!

The Rise of Fentanyl – July 22, 2024 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM MST – Register Here Join us for a crucial webinar shedding light on the alarming rise of Fentanyl, the deadliest opioid in the United States. With Fentanyl emerging as the number one killer of adults aged 18 to 45, understanding its potency...

April 2024

DEA Drug Take-Back Event April 27th

We’re hosting another DEA Drug Take-Back Event on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 AM—2:00 PM! Location: Buckeye Police Department 21699 W Yuma Rd Buckeye, AZ 85326 Google Maps directions to event: https://goo.gl/maps/sLJN8U4H6dRPYZx77 PLEASE READ: Do NOT bring needles, sharps, glass, inhalers or liquids

CURRENT BLOG

Parents in the Know

Posted on 6/14/24

Social media is a part of everyday life; in fact, you might be reading this on a social media platform right now. As adults, we possess the ability to choose what we want to engage with in our lives, an ability honed through personal experiences, relationships, and our evolving vision of what we want our...

The Do Not Do List

Posted on 1/13/24

As the new year unfolds, we find ourselves immersed in the timeless tradition of seeking a fresh start—a cultural practice that has spanned over 200 years in our Western society. Many Americans embrace the spirit of self-improvement, often manifested in the form of New Year’s Resolutions. As the calendar pages turn, we must introspectively inquire:...

Our Goal as Parents

Posted on 9/12/23

This is an exciting time for our teens, where they experience increased cognitive abilities, learning, and memory due to the brain’s ability to rewire its connections in response to experiences. What triggers this transition? Physical development (aka puberty), which also initiates brain development. As a teen, I am not only dealing with the stresses of...

Rx Drugs & Opioids

Posted on 9/4/23

The impact of physical pain on the lives of millions of Americans cannot be underestimated. Opioids, once prescribed to alleviate suffering, have now exposed us to an alarming “opioid crisis” due to their highly addictive nature. Mitigating youth access to prescription medications is imperative, as studies reveal that 60% of teenagers who misuse prescription drugs...

Gratitude

Posted on 8/30/23

What if someone gave you an easy way to become more upbeat, positive, and energized? Would you take advantage of it? Scientists now know people who practice gratitude and appreciation reap many benefits, such as improved physical and psychological health, increased energy, reduced stress, improved quality of sleep, and mental strength. Gratitude reduces negative emotions...

Teen Drug Trends

Posted on 8/25/23

Drug abuse among teenagers is a growing concern worldwide, and it is imperative that parents, grandparents, teachers, and community leaders take an active role in preventing it. Substance abuse can lead to various health, social, and legal problems, and educating young people about the dangers of drugs is important. Popular Drugs Among Teens Teens’ most...