Phoenix House Texas

Partner Event | Substance Use in Vulnerable Populations
2025-10-24 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Harris County Department of Education, 6515 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX, 77022, United States
Please join Harris County Public Health (HCPH) on Friday, October 24th for their ninth professional development workshop for Community Health Workers (CHWs) focused on Substance Use in Vulnerable Populations.
Phoenix House Texas CEO, Drew Dutton, MEd, MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, will present Project Empathy: Reframing Addiction Through Neuroscience and Positive Psychology. This seminar will share information on the latest research, neuroscience, and best practices for the prevention, intervention, and treatment of substance use and mental health challenges, particularly for youth.
Harris County Public Health’s Office of Communications, Education, and Engagement (OCEE) hosts quarterly Community Health Worker (CHW) workshops to provide education, professional development, and peer connection. Designed for CHWs, by CHWs, the sessions ensure content is practical, relevant, and rooted in lived experience. Each workshop focuses on timely public health issues, engagement strategies, and culturally competent communication, equipping CHWs with tools to better support residents across Harris County. This investment is vital because CHWs serve as trusted messengers who bridge the gap between communities and health services, helping to improve outcomes, reduce disparities, and strengthen trust in public health.
To RSVP, please submit this registration form.

PRC6 | Drug Take Back Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Wells Fargo Building, 12337 Jones Road, Houston, TX, 77070, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center and The River Flows Foundation on Saturday, October 25th for Drug Take Back Day! Stop by the Wells Fargo Building at 12337 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77070 between 10 AM – 2 PM to safely dispose of your expired or unneeded prescription medications, or locate a collection site near you at www.DEATakeBack.com.

Partner Event | Drug Take Back Day - Fort Bend Community Prevention Coalition
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Fort Bend ISD Administration Building, 16431 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX, 77479, United States
Join our community partner, Fort Bend Community Prevention Coalition, on Saturday, October 25th for Drug Take Back Day! Stop by the FBISD Administration Building Front Entrance Parking Lot at 16431 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479 between 10 AM – 2 PM to safely dispose of your expired or unneeded prescription medications, or locate a collection site near you at www.DEATakeBack.com.

Partner Event | Trunk-or-Treat - Fort Bend Community Prevention Coalition
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Fort Bend Regional Council, 10435 Greenbough Drive #250, Stafford, TX, 77477, United States
Join Region 6 Prevention Resource Center community partner organization, Fort Bend Community Prevention Coalition, for an evening of Halloween fun! There will be candy, games, face painting, a costume contest, and more! Visit the eventbrite page to RSVP.

Halloween
2025-10-31 | TX

PRC6 | Training – Growing Together: Tools and Resources for Prevention Specialists at Every Level
2025-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning, 1050 Quitman St., Houston, TX, 77009, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Growing Together: Tools and Resources for Prevention Specialists at Every Level, an interactive, in-person training that brings together both new and experienced prevention specialists to explore essential tools, strategies, and resources that support effective prevention work. Through collaborative learning and hands-on activities, participants will discover practical solutions, share insights, and build a personalized resource toolkit to enhance their impact in the field.
This training will be held in-person on November 6, 2025 from 10 AM – 12 PM. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | Stand With Me Summit
2025-11-08 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | First Metropolitan Church, 8870 West Sam Houston Parkway North #200, Houston, TX, 77040, United States
Join Region 6 Prevention Resource Center in taking a stand for children and finding ways to get involved with child welfare.
Please visit the eventbrite page to RSVP.

Veterans Day
2025-11-11 | TX

Partner Event | TCA's 69th Annual Professional Growth Conference
2025-11-20 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Marriott Marquis Houston, 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Join us on Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 8 – 9:30 AM at Texas Counseling Association’s 69th Annual Professional Growth Conference in Houston, Texas! PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, will be presenting Project Empathy: The Neuroscience of Addiction Meets Positive Psychology.
Project Empathy is a transformative workshop designed to reduce stigma and reshape how we understand substance use disorders. Grounded in neuroscience, this session explores how addiction affects the brain and why traditional approaches often fall short. Participants will learn practical strategies rooted in solution-focused therapy, strength-based practices, Positive Psychology, and empathy. Whether you’re in a professional setting or everyday conversation, discover how to bring compassion and effectiveness into substance use-related interactions. This workshop also highlights the unique challenges adolescents face with substance use, offering up-to-date data and developmental insight. Participants walk away with tools to build more meaningful, supportive, and evidence-informed responses
CEs will be available. The conference is being held from November 19-21, 2025 at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas. To learn more and register, visit the conference website.

Thanksgiving Day
2025-11-27 | TX

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02 | TX
This Giving Tuesday, you can make a difference that lasts! Your support helps Phoenix House Texas empower youth and families with prevention education and life skills that foster resilience, hope, and healthy choices.
Click here to support our mission today!

PRC6 | Virtual Training – Prevention Powered by Data: A Unified Approach for K–12 Classrooms
2025-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Prevention Powered by Data: A Unified Approach for K–12 Classrooms, an engaging, virtual training designed to equip educators with collaborative strategies to interpret data and apply it across grade levels. Together, we’ll build a proactive approach that strengthens student success and well-being.

This training will be held virtually via Teams on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Please RSVP below. Event link forthcoming!

Christmas Day
2025-12-25 | TX

PRC6 | In-Person Training – Partnering with Parents: Tools & Strategies for Effective Prevention Services
2026-01-06 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Flores Neighborhood Library, 110 N Milby St, Houston, TX, 77003, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Partnering with Parents: Tools & Strategies for Effective Prevention Services, an interactive, in-person training that equips prevention professionals with practical strategies and tools to actively engage parents in prevention services. Participants will learn how to build trust, communicate effectively, and provide resources that empower families to support healthy choices and resilience.
This training will be held in-person on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 12 PM – 2 PM at Flores Neighborhood Library. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | Houston Mental Health Resources Day - Creative Mental Wellness
2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | United Way Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
This is more than a health fair! Creative Mental Wellness is highlighting mental health, behavioral health, and substance use disorder resources available in the Houston area as well as building a supportive wellness network to better serve our community.

PRC6 | Regional Alliance Meeting (RAM)
2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Unlimited Visions Aftercare, 5519 Lawndale St, Houston, TX, 77023, United States
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invites you to join us for our Regional Alliance Meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The Regional Alliance Meeting is an interactive gathering of HHSC-funded and community stakeholders working together to strengthen prevention, mental health, and community wellness initiatives. Meeting participants are invited to:

Contribute your insights, concerns, and innovative solutions
Discuss strategies to enhance coordination and resource alignment, and
Gain the latest updates on data, resources, and prevention efforts.

Be part of the conversation to strengthen partnerships and create lasting impact!

The meeting will be held at Unlimited Visions Aftercare. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

PRC6 | Virtual Training – Partnering with Parents: Tools & Strategies for Effective Prevention Services
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Partnering with Parents: Tools & Strategies for Effective Prevention Services, an interactive, virtual training that equips prevention professionals with practical strategies and tools to actively engage parents in prevention services. Participants will learn how to build trust, communicate effectively, and provide resources that empower families to support healthy choices and resilience.
This training will be held virtually on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 10 AM – 12 PM. Please RSVP below.

PRC6 | In-Person Training – Innovating Prevention: Leveraging Trends for Greater Impact
2026-02-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Ring Neighborhood Library, 8835 Long Point, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Innovating Prevention: Leveraging Trends for Greater Impact, an interactive, in-person training that will teach participants how to integrate emerging trends into their prevention strategies for maximum effectiveness. This training provides practical tools and evidence-based approaches to help participants stay current and create measurable impact.
This training will be held in-person on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 from 12 PM – 2 PM at Ring Neighborhood Library. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | Prescription Drug Misuse and Opioid Use Disorder
2026-02-10 13:30 - 15:15 UTC | United Way Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
You’re invited to Coalition for Behavioral Health’s educational seminar on Prescription Drug Misuse and Opioid Use Disorder presented Dr. Douglas Thornton on February 10, 2026 from 1:30 – 3:15 PM at United Way Greater Houston.
This educational session will provide an overview of current community-engaged strategies to address prescription drug misuse and opioid use disorder. It will highlight the Prescription Drug Misuse Education and Research (PREMIER) Center at the University of Houston College of Pharmacy—its mission to improve patient outcomes through research and education on safe controlled-substance use and its collaborative prevention and intervention projects aimed at reducing opioid-related harms in Texas and beyond. The program will also review the formation, purpose, and recent activities of the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council, including how settlement funds are allocated to support evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery services across the state. Discussion will include the Council’s governance structure, its role in shaping statewide investments in opioid response, and examples of funded initiatives with implications for behavioral health providers and community partners. Participants will gain actionable insights into community, academic, and policy-level approaches to reducing opioid misuse, enhancing access to care, and advancing collaborative service delivery across health and social systems
CEUs will be available. For more information and to RSVP, visit the event website.

PRC6 | Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting
2026-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Region 6 PRC invites you to our Regional Epidemiology Workgroup (REW) Stakeholders Collaboration Meeting on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM. The meeting will be held in the Lecture Hall at The Council on Recovery. The REW meeting will focus on data collection, analysis, and trends related to behavioral and mental health, substance use, and other public health concerns impacting our communities. This meeting serves as a collaborative space for school districts, counselors, public health professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to network, share insights, and develop data-driven solutions that address key health challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity to hear valuable insights from a leader in the field and engage in discussions on critical public health issues. This meeting is ideal for epidemiologists, prevention specialists, researchers, coalition members, behavioral and mental health experts, school district representatives, counselors, and others working to create meaningful change through evidence-based strategies. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

PRC6 | Virtual Training – Innovating Prevention: Leveraging Trends for Greater Impact
2026-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Virtual
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Innovating Prevention: Leveraging Trends for Greater Impact, an interactive, virtual training that will teach participants how to integrate emerging trends into their prevention strategies for maximum effectiveness. This training provides practical tools and evidence-based approaches to help participants stay current and create measurable impact.
This training will be held virtually on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 10 AM – 12 PM. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | Virtual Opioid Overdose Training
2026-03-11 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Prevention Resource Center Region 6 invites you to join the Virtual Opioid Overdose Training held on March 11, 2026 from 1 – 2:30 PM by Texas Overdose Prevention Program (TOPP) in partnership with Strategic Recovery Solutions. Click here to register.

PRC6 | In-Person Training - Moments that Matter: 5‑Minute Icebreakers for Meaningful Youth Connection
2026-03-18 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center for Moments that Matter: 5‑Minute Icebreakers for Meaningful Youth Connection, an in-person training that will equip prevention professionals with short, powerful icebreakers that help youth feel safe, seen, and ready to participate. Attendees will learn intentional connection tools that reinforce protective factors, encourage positive peer interaction, and support the broader mission of prevention work.
This training will be held in-person on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | 2nd Annual Linkage to Care Workshop - Harris County Public Health
2026-03-26 | TX
Join us from Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the 2nd Annual Linkage to Care Workshop hosted by Harris County Public Health to hear from PHT’s CEO, Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, MAPP, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS. Drew will be presenting Project Empathy.
Project Empathy is a research-informed, interactive workshop that reframes adolescent addiction through the lens of neuroscience, development, and connection. The session breaks down how the teenage brain processes reward, stress, and decision-making—offering a clear explanation for why adolescents are uniquely wired for risk, bonding, and rapid learning. Participants explore how dopamine, impulse control, and prefrontal cortex development influence substance use patterns and recovery potential. Instead of relying on fear-based or punitive strategies, the workshop demonstrates how empathy and strengths-based communication interrupt shame and increase buy-in. Attendees learn practical ways to use accurate empathy, clarity, and modeling to keep adolescents engaged, even when they appear resistant or ambivalent. The session also challenges common misconceptions in youth treatment, highlighting how outdated models can unintentionally reinforce stigma and shut down communication. Real examples illustrate how to translate brain science into conversations that parents, schools, and youth can actually understand. By the end, participants will have a developmentally informed framework for supporting adolescents that emphasizes possibility, relationship, and long-term resilience.
Please check back for more information on the presentation time and event registration!

Partner Event | Psychological First Aid Training
2026-03-27 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invites you to join the Psychological First Aid Training held virtually by Strategic Recovery Solutions on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 9 AM – 4:30 PM. Psychological First Aid is an evidence-informed approach designed to reduce initial distress and promote adaptive coping in individuals affected by trauma, disasters, or emergencies. Attendees can earn 6.5 CEUs. Please click here to register.

PRC6 & DFPS | In-Person Training - Reporting 101 for Prevention Specialists
2026-04-07 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX, 77055, United States
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center and the Department of Family and Protective Services for Reporting 101 for Prevention Specialists, an in-person training that will equip prevention professionals with the essential knowledge and confidence to recognize concerns, make effective mandated reports, and navigate updated reporting laws. This training strengthens prevention work by helping specialists identify risks earlier, connect families to community support, and communicate clearly about safety and reporting. Participants will leave with sharper decision‑making skills, stronger partnerships, and a more proactive approach to child and family well‑being.
This training will be held in-person on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM at Trini Community Center. Please RSVP below.

Partner Event | 11th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium
2026-04-10 07:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Rd, Stafford, TX, 77477, United States
The 11th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium is being held on Monday, April 10th, 2026 from 7:30 am – 12:30pm at the Stafford Centre. The symposium will cover emerging local drug trends affecting youth and young adults in the Greater Houston Area.
Topics and speakers will include:

The Adult Use Marijuana Market & THC Potency – Dale Quigley
Gas Station Drugs & Hemp – Nicole Holt
World Cup Panel: Substance Use, Gambling and Human Trafficking – Brian Leadro, DEA SAC; Detective Cynthia Garcia; Greg Drummond

Free CEUs are provided by TAAP. TCOLE available. Please use the Eventbrite link to register.

PRC6 | Regional Alliance Meeting (RAM)
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill Street, Lecture Hall, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
The Region 6 Prevention Resource Center invites you to join us for our Regional Alliance Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The Regional Alliance Meeting is an interactive gathering of HHSC-funded and community stakeholders working together to strengthen prevention, mental health, and community wellness initiatives. Meeting participants are invited to:

Contribute your insights, concerns, and innovative solutions
Discuss strategies to enhance coordination and resource alignment, and
Gain the latest updates on data, resources, and prevention efforts.

Be part of the conversation to strengthen partnerships and create lasting impact!

The meeting will be held at The Council on Recovery. Please RSVP through the link on this page, or by emailing the Region 6 PRC Regional Alignment Coordinator, Sherry Peoples-Banks at speoplesbanks@phoenixhousetx.org

Partner Event | DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 AM – 2 PM!
Take Back Day is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously. Stop by one of Region 6 Prevention Resource Center’s collection sites in Houston or Sugar Land or one of Phoenix House Texas’ collection sites in Dallas or Austin to dispose of your old medications—no questions asked!
Region 6 PRC Locations:
📍HOUSTON
Wells Fargo Bank
12337 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77070
📍SUGAR LAND
FBISD Administration
16431 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Region 6 PRC is grateful to be partnering with The River Flows Foundation and Fort Bend Regional Council on Substance Abuse!
Phoenix House Texas Locations:
📍 DALLAS
Phoenix House Texas
2345 Reagan St, Dallas, TX 75219
📍 AUSTIN
Austin ISD Police Department
4000 S. I-H 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Need to find a collection site in another area? Visit the DEA’s Collection Site Locator to find a collection site near you!

PRC6 & DFPS | Virtual Training - Reporting 101 for Prevention Specialists
2026-04-30 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join the Region 6 Prevention Resource Center and the Department of Family and Protective Services for Reporting 101 for Prevention Specialists, a virtual training that will equip prevention professionals with the essential knowledge and confidence to recognize concerns, make effective mandated reports, and navigate updated reporting laws. This training strengthens prevention work by helping specialists identify risks earlier, connect families to community support, and communicate clearly about safety and reporting. Participants will leave with sharper decision‑making skills, stronger partnerships, and a more proactive approach to child and family well‑being.
This training will be held virtually on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 9:30 – 11 AM. Please RSVP below.
