News from HCA's Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

For Our Lives + Friends for Life Toolkit Webinar

HCA and DH, a social impact agency, are hosting a webinar on Thursday, November 20 at 1 p.m., highlighting HCA’s two opioid overdose awareness campaigns.

Annual Synar Report Available For Review

The most recent Annual Synar Report (ASR) is currently available for public review.

Athena Prevention Newsletter now accessible on The Athena Forum

We're pleased to share that the monthly Athena Prevention Newsletters are now archived and accessible on the Athena Forum website.

They newsletters are located on the Athena Prevention Newsletter page. You can navigate to this page by selecting the Headlines menu items, then selecting Athena Prevention Newsletter. 

HCA hiring State Opioid Response (SOR) Prevention System Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference for families and children in the state of Washington? The Prevention System Manager oversees the implementation of opioid prevention projects, manages contracts, and collaborates with communities, healthcare providers, and state agencies to drive meaningful change. This role combines project management, policy development, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Telework flexibility and a strong benefits package make this a rewarding and balanced career for experienced prevention professionals.

WA survey shows shifting cannabis trends: higher use, higher perceived risks

11 years after legalization, cannabis use among WA young adults rises, but perceived risks also increase.

New! Focus On goals planner

The Focus On underage drinking prevention campaign produced a new interactive planner that will support youth in identifying, reaching, and reflecting on their goals—while reminding them to steer clear of alcohol so they can prioritize what matters most.

Drug Take Back Day promotion webinar next week!

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 25. Join us for a webinar, Tuesday, September 30, at 11:00 a.m., to learn how to promote Take Back events and safe medication disposal in your community using resources available through the Starts with One prescription opioid misuse prevention campaign. And, get a preview of changes coming to the campaign in the near future, including a variety of new materials and updates to the website.

DBHR awards community-based organizations funding for youth substance use prevention and mental health promotion

The Washington State Health Care Authority’s Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is happy to announce a list of organizations as apparent successful applicants for the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) #2025PxPromo01.

Updated For Our Lives toolkit available!

New look!

Now Available: Focus On Planners - Order by August 29th

HCA’s Focus On underage drinking prevention campaign has created a new “My Future in Focus” goals planner for youth that is now available for print requests.