News from HCA’s Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

DBHR celebrates SAMHSA site visit

The SUD Prevention and MH Promotion Section is proud to have participated in a four-day programmatic site visit conducted by the Substance Abuse…

Prevention begins with connection; the role of third places in mental health

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we at HCA are focusing on community connection and prevention in action. Prevention in behavioral health often…

2025 Healthy Youth Survey results point to steady course in Washington youth well-being  

For immediate release: April 29, 2026 (26-043)

Contact: DOH Communications

Findings provide data to guide local health jurisdictions…
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Upcoming Events

  • Reward & Reminder

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    Are you looking for an effective, practical, and affordable prevention program to reduce the sale of tobacco, vaping products, and alcohol to…

  • From Idea to Impact: Starting a Youth Café in Your Community

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    Youth cafés are more than hangout spaces—they’re powerful tools for connection and prevention. In this webinar, we’ll explore how the Thrive Youth…

  • Minerva Quarter 4 New User Training (Day 2)

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    Thank you for your interest in Minerva 2.0 at Washington State Health Care Authority. This quarterly training is designed specifically for…

  • Healthy Youth Survey Results Webinar

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    The Healthy Youth Survey Planning Committee (HYSPC) is excited to announce the 2025 results webinar on May 14 at 3-…

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Finding the right library book

Community Library

The Athena Forum’s Community Library makes various prevention resources readily available for use by substance use disorder prevention and mental health promotion professionals and volunteers statewide. The Community Library is comprised of handouts, templates, risk profiles, publications, brochures, guidance, and reference tools. Providers can also use this shared space to upload coalition-developed publications, such as newsletters, and earned media that highlights local work.

Visit the Community Library