HHSC is observing Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23–31 by highlighting resources that encourage youth to make healthy choices and live drug-free.



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Texas Health and Human Services Commission

*Date:* Oct. 23, 2025*
***Contact:** Emily Hummel
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Cecile Erwin Young
HHS Executive Commissioner

 



 

*HHSC Highlights Substance Use Prevention Resources for Red Ribbon Week *

AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is observing Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23–31 by highlighting resources that encourage youth to make safe, healthy choices and live drug-free.

“Red Ribbon Week is a powerful reminder that prevention starts with education, awareness and community support,” said Trina K. Ita, deputy executive commissioner of HHSC Behavioral Health Services. “We are committed to creating safe and supportive environments where people — especially our youth — feel empowered to choose drug-free lifestyles.”

HHSC offers support for anyone struggling with substance use through several programs:


* Texas Targeted Opioid Response [ [link removed] ] offers videos on how to speak with friends or family about opioid misuse, information on the overdose reversal medication naloxone, and other resources.
* The Turn To campaign [ [link removed] ] offers guidance for people seeking help for themselves, a friend or family member, or their community to overcome mental health challenges.
* Prevention and Behavioral Health Promotion [ [link removed] ] provides substance use preventive strategies, resources and support through multiple partnerships and programs.
* The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline [ [link removed] ] provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress, as well as their loved ones. Help is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988.
* Veterans can call 988 and press 1 to access the Veterans Crisis Line [ [link removed] ]. Additional resources are available on the HHSC Mental Health Program for Veterans webpage [ [link removed] ].

For more information on resources available to adults and youth, visit the HHSC Mental Health and Substance Use webpage [ [link removed] ].

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