Drug Free Pickaway

Moving forward together to end substance use disorders in Pickaway County.

Providing warmth, dignity, and comfort to our homeless community

Next Steps: Drop-In Resource Day

January 28 | 10 AM–2 PM | 520 S. Court St., Circleville

Free community event providing meals, warm clothing, hygiene supplies, and access to housing, health, and recovery resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. Walk-ins welcome.

Start the Conversation

Talk. They Hear You.

The “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign offers parents practical resources to help guide conversations about alcohol, marijuana, opioids, and other drugs, encouraging safer choices for youth.

How We Help Our Community

The Pickaway Addiction Action Coalition’s mission is to prevent adult and youth drug abuse, addiction, overdose, and death.

Call 2-1-1 for Pickaway Resources

2-1-1 offers comprehensive informational resources including, but not limited to the following: supplemental food and nutrition programs, shelter and housing options, utility assistance, employment and education opportunities, addiction prevention, support groups, domestic violence assistance, healthcare, veteran services, and more.

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Safe Medication Disposal

We provide Deterra Disposable Pouches to residents of Pickaway to safely dispose of medicine.

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Crisis Text Line

Need to talk to someone right away? Text 4hope to 741741.

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During the middle and high school years, teens are learning how to make decisions, manage emotions, and think through consequences. That doesn’t mean we lower expectations or excuse poor choices. It means we lead with understanding, connection, and guidance. The next time you hear, “I don’t know why I did that,” remember there may be more happening beneath the surface. Keep the conversations going, set healthy boundaries, and remind them they’re not navigating this stage alone. ... See MoreSee Less
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School supplies are starting to show up, which means the new school year will be here before we know it! Get ready for the conversations ahead with Operation Parent's July and August webinars. They’re covering two topics many families are navigating right now: nicotine and cell phones.Join experts from Truth Initiative and the American Academy of Pediatrics for practical information, research, and resources you can use at home or share with your community. Both webinars are at 1 PM ET and include live English and Spanish captions. Register today and get the tools to help start these important conversations: loom.ly/lvBuVdM ... See MoreSee Less
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How’s your summer bingo coming along? Forms due July 31 for a chance to win prizes!📅 Now – July 31📍Turn completed cards in to the Pickaway County Librarydrugfreepickaway.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Summer-Bingo-2026.pdf ... See MoreSee Less
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🍎Teachers, school counselors, prevention professionals and educators: Looking for engaging, ready-to-use classroom resources?Johnny's Ambassadorsadors offers FREE printable one-sheets, PowerPoint lessons, teacher guides and student activities for middle and high school classrooms covering youth THC prevention. Resources are available in English and Spanish. Please share this with an educator who could use these tools to start important conversations with students.johnnysambassadors.org/onesheets/ ... See MoreSee Less
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What to Know

News about PAAC and tips to help parent navigate subjects around drugs, technology, and mental health.