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Montgomery, Ala. – Each year, National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®(NDAFW) serves as an annual call to action to improve understanding of substance use and promote accurate, science-based information among youth, families, educators, and communities, countering misinformation and encouraging open
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DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH 2026 Montgomery, Ala. – March marks Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to honor and uplift people with developmental disabilities across Alabama. This year’s theme, WE’RE HERE. THEN. NOW. ALWAYS., reflects a simple truth: people with
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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION WEEK Celebrating Care, Support, Commitment Montgomery, AL. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) proudly observes Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week, September 7–13, 2025, honoring the vital contributions of DSPs across the state. “Direct
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SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH Together in Strength, Dignity, Hope, and Purpose Montgomery, Ala. – This September throughout Suicide Prevetion Month, the Alabama Department of Mental Health and statewide partners unite in Strength, Dignity, Hope, and Purpose to save lives—raising awareness of suicide risk,
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STRIKE OUT STIGMA BASEBALL NIGHT Connection, Resources, and Support Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), River Region community partners, and the Montgomery Biscuits are stepping up to the plate once again for Strike Out Stigma Night, an
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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH Montgomery, Ala. – Each May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) joins individuals and organizations across the nation in honoring Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme “Turning Awareness into Action” is an opportunity to
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The Capitol Art Showcase 20 Years of Art and Advocacy Mark Hembd – Lavender Garden Montgomery, Ala. – In coordination with Mental Health Awareness Month, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) is proud to present the 20th Annual Capitol Showcase, an
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AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH Awareness, Acceptance, and Support for Autism Spectrum Disorder Montgomery, Ala. – This April, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) is proud to recognize Autism Acceptance Month. This is a time to highlight the strengths and challenges of
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