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Open Doors Training Program Officially Launches to Empower California’s Youth-Serving Adults
In a bold step toward combating the escalating crisis of youth substance use and overdose in California, the California Alliance of Child and Family Services’ Catalyst Center and the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Program Executives, Inc. (CAADPE) proudly announce the official launch of the Open Doors Training Program.
Meet Sabrina Abong: Open Doors Advisory Group Member
Sabrina Abong brings passion, empathy, and a personal connection to her work with the Open Doors Advisory Group. Motivated by her own lived experiences, she is committed to helping others better understand and support youth navigating behavioral health and substance use challenges. Through her role on the Advisory Group, Sabrina hopes to be a voice…
Meet Deannie Choiselat: Open Doors Advisory Group Member
We are excited to introduce Deannie Choiselat, a dedicated advocate for youth and a valued member of the Open Doors Advisory Group. In this Q&A, Deannie shares her motivations for joining the advisory group, the importance of youth-centered approaches in behavioral health, and her vision for recovery. Can you tell us a little about your…
Meet Jade Davis: Open Doors Advisory Group Member
We are thrilled to introduce Jade Davis, a passionate and dedicated member of the Open Doors Advisory Group. Jade brings a wealth of personal insight and professional expertise, coupled with an unwavering commitment to creating a better future for youth and families in behavioral health and substance use prevention. In this Q&A, Jade shares her…
Meet Trent Murphy: Open Doors Advisory Group Member
We are excited to introduce Trent Murphy, a passionate and dedicated member of the Open Doors Advisory Group. Trent brings invaluable personal and professional experience to the group, paired with a deep commitment to supporting youth and families in behavioral health and substance use prevention. In this Q&A, Trent shares his motivations, his vision for…
Meet Adrienne Shilton: Open Doors Advisory Group Member
We are thrilled to introduce Adrienne Shilton, a dedicated member of the Open Doors Advisory Group. Adrienne brings a wealth of experience in public policy and a deep commitment to supporting youth and families in behavioral health and substance use disorder prevention. In this Q&A, Adrienne shares her journey, her role in advancing the goals…
Governor Newsom Signs AB 2711 and SB 997: Advancing Public Health Approach to Drug Infractions in Schools
The signing of Assembly Bill 2711 and Senate Bill 997 by Governor Gavin Newsom marks a transformative moment for California’s schools, ushering in a new era where drug- related infractions will be addressed through harm reduction and a public health approach rather than ineffective punitive measures such as suspensions and expulsions. The Open Doors Training website will serve as a central hub for information, providing updates on the development of the training program, resources for those working with youth, and avenues for community involvement.
New Website Launch Empowers Community to Combat Youth Substance Abuse Through Accessible Training Program
The California Dept. of Health Care Access and Information, in partnership with the Catalyst Center, CAADPE, and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, proudly announces the launch of the Open Doors Training website, central hub for information about the training program, resources for those working with youth, and avenues for community involvement.
Groundbreaking Partnership Aims to Combat Youth Substance Abuse and Overdose Deaths in California
Through a dynamic partnership funded by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information, the California Alliance of Child and Family Services’ Catalyst Center, the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Program Executives, Inc. (CAADPE), and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (National Council), we aim to address the urgent need for non-medical personnel…