Resource Library
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Resources
California's statewide prevention plan - alignment reference for provider work plans and TA.
California's evidence-based prevention resource registry - SOW 7.1.4 requires we review it; providers should know it.
A federal review panel's summary of what 45 studies found about digital programs to prevent teen substance use. Gives the bottom line without reading the studies.
See overdose deaths and emergency visits across San Diego County, updated as new data comes in. You can look at trends by year, region, and substance.
A running, dated index of drug-supply health alerts affecting San Diego County, newest first. Recent entries cover medetomidine in the illicit fentanyl supply, nitrous oxide misuse, and a state advisory on kratom and 7-OH.
A three-part recorded series on fast-changing substances like fentanyl analogs, nitazenes, and xylazine, and what they mean for local prevention. Built for prevention staff and educators.
What the evidence shows about programs that work with whole families to prevent youth substance use. A sound basis for recommending a family program to a partner.
CDPH's shareable graphics, videos, and messages warning about fentanyl and promoting overdose prevention. Ready for social media and community outreach.
Alcohol Density Map
FAQs
Any community coalition, school, workplace, or provider organization in San Diego County can request support, at no cost.
Nothing. Trainings, technical assistance, and resources are provided free as part of a County of San Diego prevention contract.
Alcohol, cannabis, emerging substances like fentanyl, harm reduction, and overdose prevention — for community groups, providers, and public health partners.
Technical assistance is free, individualized support that starts with what you’re trying to accomplish. Common examples include making sense of local data, choosing and adapting an evidence-based program, strengthening a coalition, planning and strategy, and putting prevention strategies into practice. This isn’t a fixed menu — if you’re working on substance misuse prevention in San Diego County, just ask and we’ll figure out how we can help. Request technical assistance →
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Yes — three workgroups are open to new members. Fill out the form to express interest.