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.

Upcoming Events

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2 days ago

Pickaway Addiction Action Coalition
Your kids are navigating things you never had to at their age.Vaping. Social media. Substance use. Mental health. Peer pressure. Join PAAC + Pickaway County ESC for Operation Parent: Community Circle and get practical tools to help you navigate it with them.📅 Sept. 29🍽️ Free dinner + resources | 5:30 p.m.💬 Conversation | 6 p.m.📍 Pickaway County ESCYou don’t need all the answers. Just be part of the conversation.💚 ...
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It's Nati#RecoveryMonthMonth đź’śWe dedicate this month to celebrate the power of recovery from substance use disorders and mental health condition#recoveryispossiblesible for EVERYONE! samhsa.gov/find-help ...
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5 days ago

Pickaway Addiction Action Coalition
Vaping. Social media. Substance use. Peer pressure. Mental health. The challenges facing kids are constantly changing—and parents are trying to keep up.Join PAAC and Pickaway County ESC for Operation Parent: Community Circle to get practical tools, ask questions and connect with local resources.📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29🍽️ Free dinner + resources | 5:30 p.m.💬 Conversation | 6 p.m.📍 Pickaway County ESC, 424 E. Mound St. You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to be part of the conversation.💚 ...
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Recovery happens together. Research shows meaningful human connection supports resilience, hope, and long-term recovery. Every connection can make a difference. #RecoveryMonth2026 ...
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You may not always know what someone is experiencing. A check-in, a listening ear, a number shared at the right moment, can make a real difference. #suicideprevention starts with connection. ...
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What to Know

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