Talking to Children About Parental Substance Use
This Sesame Street in Communities webinar shares resources and strategies Head Start programs and staff can use to support children and families affected by addiction, in big and small ways.
Understanding Substance Use to Support Families in Head Start Programs
This webinar recording provides the opportunity to consider the impact that substance use has on families and to explore strategies for supporting affected families. The webinar also addresses how substance use patterns may have changed due to COVID-19.
Understanding Addiction and Substance Use Stigma: What You Can Do to Help
Supporting families through substance use and recovery is a Head Start priority. Learn about addiction and substance use stigma and how you can make a difference in your work.
Screening for Substance Use Disorders: Head Start Can Help
This resource will help Head Start staff learn more about screening tools available to identify substance use disorders. It includes important considerations for choosing a screening tool and guidance for conversations with families.
Fostering Healing Through Trauma-Informed Practices
In this section, learn about trauma-informed practices and strategies that foster healing for children and families affected by trauma and substance use disorders.
Head Start Programs Support Families in Recovery
Head Start staff can support opioid and substance use disorder recovery by taking advantage of opportunities to engage with families and provide resources to prevent harm to children.
Talking with Families About Substance Use Disorders: Screening and Consultation
Beginning conversations with children and families around sensitive topics, such as substance use disorders, is not an easy task. Find resources to help program staff navigate those difficult discussions.
Substance Use Disorder and Recovery
Learn about substance use disorders and discover the various ways Head Start programs can support families in recovery.
Promoting Resilience: Preventing Substance Use Disorders
Parental risk for alcohol and substance use disorders can be reduced by supporting informed decision-making and healthy behaviors. Explore self-care strategies to promote resilience in times of stress.
Substance Use Disorders: Understanding the Basics
Head Start programs can help prevent substance use disorders and intervene when a family is affected. Learn the facts about opioids, alcohol, and tobacco, and how they can impact children and families.