National Family Partnership

2023 Red Ribbon Week Theme Announced

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

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CALHOUN, Ky., Feb. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In January, the National Family Partnership (NFP) unveiled its pick for the official 2023 Red Ribbon Week theme , "Be Kind to Your Mind.

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CALHOUN, Ky., Feb. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In January, the National Family Partnership (NFP) unveiled its pick for the official 2023 Red Ribbon Week theme , "Be Kind to Your Mind.
Each year, the National Family Partnership and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) cosponsor the official Red Ribbon Week theme contest, inviting millions of Americans to submit a unique slogan that captures the essence and mission of the campaign.
Danielle Helm, a Youth Service Coordinator from Russell County Middle School in Russell Springs, Kentucky, submitted this year's winning Red Ribbon Week theme.
In addition to the honor of being the driving force behind this year's campaign, Danielle received $500 in official Red Ribbon Week products courtesy of NIMCO, Inc.
NIMCO is the #1 place families, children and schools can purchase Red Ribbon Week theme merchandise and products to support ongoing drug education in schools and communities around the country.

BioTek reMEDys Promotes Awareness and Education on National Family Health History Day

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

In honor of Thanksgiving also being National Family Health History Day, BioTek reMEDys , one of the nations largest independent specialty infusion pharmacies focused on rare diseases, is calling for enhanced education and awareness of the importance of tracking and reporting health conditions of family members.

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In honor of Thanksgiving also being National Family Health History Day, BioTek reMEDys , one of the nations largest independent specialty infusion pharmacies focused on rare diseases, is calling for enhanced education and awareness of the importance of tracking and reporting health conditions of family members.
In 2004, the US Surgeon General designated Thanksgiving as National Family Health History Day in an effort to help boost accuracy of diagnoses of both rare and common health conditions that can be passed on genetically.
Thanksgiving (also National Family Health History Day) is a perfect time to start a list of the names of your close relatives from both sides of the family, said Brian Zweben, BioTek reMEDys President.
To learn more about family health history, visit cdc.gov/genomics/famhistory/
Founded in 2011, BioTek reMEDys, based in New Castle, DE, has become one of the nations largest independent infusion pharmacies focused on home infusion.

Trualta Partners with Washington State to Provide Free Caregiver Education to Families

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trualta, the leading e-learning platform for family caregivers, is partnered with Washington state to bring free caregiver training to families. Family caregivers can sign up and log in at wacaregivingjourney.com.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trualta , the leading e-learning platform for family caregivers, is partnered with Washington state to bring free caregiver training to families.
In the past year, Trualta has enabled more than 200 Washington caregivers to provide better care for their loved ones.
As November's National Family Caregiver month begins, Trualta is excited to celebrate the important work caregivers do, no matter where they are on their caregiver journey.
"We are thrilled to work with Washington to empower family caregivers across the state," said Jonathan Davis, Trualta CEO.

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and Health Foundation for Western & Central New York Announce Exhale, the Family Caregiver Initiative’s Next Program Launch Coming in 2022

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

November is National Family Caregiver Month, and we could not think of a better time to launch this initiative for 2022, said Amber Slichta, vice president, programs and learning, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.

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November is National Family Caregiver Month, and we could not think of a better time to launch this initiative for 2022, said Amber Slichta, vice president, programs and learning, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.
Exhale is an opportunity for businesses and organizations to work together to find innovative solutions that provide caregivers an opportunity to breathe a little easier.
In 2020, the program helped launch three respite initiatives including Caregiver Tech Solutions , The Intergenerational Enrichment and Educational Respite Program and Musical Memories Cafe .
The Health Foundation for Western & Central New York is an independent private foundation that advocates for continuous improvement in health and health care by investing in the people and organizations that serve young children and older adults.

National Family Partnership Announces Creation of Drug Free USA Forever Stamp

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Friday, November 1, 2019

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Postal Service revealed the new "Drug Free USA Forever" stamp yesterday in conjunction with National Family Partnership's (NFP) Red Ribbon Week , the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention program taking place each year from October 23 through 31.

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Postal Service revealed the new "Drug Free USA Forever" stamp yesterday in conjunction with National Family Partnership's (NFP) Red Ribbon Week , the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention program taking place each year from October 23 through 31.
Postal Service's Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, to propose a stamp to raise national awareness about the dangers of drug misuse.
The Drug Free USA Forever stamp features a white star with lines of red, light blue, and blue radiating from one side of each of the star's five points, suggesting the unity necessary at all levels to effectively address drug use.
The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.

Red Ribbon Campaign Photo Contest to Award $20,000 to America's Schools for Drug Prevention

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Friday, October 18, 2019

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MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest is currently underway.

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MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest is currently underway.
The contest runs through November 1st and children, adults and families across the country are encouraged to participate by uploading their best Red Ribbon themed photo to: www.RedRibbon.org/contest .
The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.
NFP created the Red Ribbon campaign in response to the 1985 abduction and murder of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.

National Family Partnership Kicks Off Its 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest

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Thursday, September 26, 2019

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The contest, co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, incorporates this year's Red Ribbon theme, Send A Message.Stay Drug Free, and is being held in conjunction with National Red Ribbon Week which takes place each year from October 23 through 31.

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The contest, co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, incorporates this year's Red Ribbon theme, Send A Message.Stay Drug Free, and is being held in conjunction with National Red Ribbon Week which takes place each year from October 23 through 31.
The photo contest involves participants decorating the fronts of their homes (front door, mailbox or fence) or school campuses with double-looped red ribbons while incorporating this year's Red Ribbon theme.
"Each year, the National Family Partnership looks forward to promoting the contest as a fun and engaging way to start a conversation about drug prevention," saidPeggy Sapp, NFP President.
The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.

National Family Partnership Announces 2018 Red Ribbon Photo Contest Winners

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Monday, December 3, 2018

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Today, the National Family Partnership (NFP) announced 20 winners of its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest.

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Today, the National Family Partnership (NFP) announced 20 winners of its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest.
To qualify for the National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest, families and schools were invited to decorate the front of their homes and campuses with a double-looped red ribbon and the words of this year's Red Ribbon theme: Life is Your Journey.
The Contest, which is co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, was held in conjunction with the 33rd Annual National Red Ribbon Week.
"Congratulations to the winners of the National Red Ribbon Photo Contest," said DEA Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon.

Help The National Family Partnership Select Schools to Win $20,000 in Prizes to Support Drug Prevention Efforts

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Friday, November 2, 2018

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Now, families and schools need your votes for a chance to win an iPad for themselves and $1,000 for a K-12 school, courtesy of contest sponsors the National Family Partnership, founders and organizers of the National Red Ribbon Campaign, and The Drug Enforcement Administration.

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Now, families and schools need your votes for a chance to win an iPad for themselves and $1,000 for a K-12 school, courtesy of contest sponsors the National Family Partnership, founders and organizers of the National Red Ribbon Campaign, and The Drug Enforcement Administration.
"Red Ribbon Week and the photo contest share a serious message that is best heard when we are having fun and interacting with others," said Peggy Sapp, President of the National Family Partnership.
THE NATIONAL FAMILY PARTNERSHIP was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.
In addition to the Red Ribbon Campaign, NFP sponsors the Lock Your Meds Campaign to prevent prescription drug abuse.

National Red Ribbon Week® Photo Contest Brings Drug Prevention Awareness & $20,000 To America's Schools

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Monday, October 15, 2018

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In an effort to prevent drug use while educating youth, the National Family Partnership (NFP), invites families and schools across America to participate in its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest featuring this year's Red Ribbon theme, "Life Is Your Journey.

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In an effort to prevent drug use while educating youth, the National Family Partnership (NFP), invites families and schools across America to participate in its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest featuring this year's Red Ribbon theme, "Life Is Your Journey.
The contest, which is co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be held in conjunction with the 33rd Annual National Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31, 2018).
"Red Ribbon Week and the Red Ribbon Photo Contest are about creating environmental change," said NFP President Peggy Sapp.
In addition to the Red Ribbon Campaign, NFP sponsors the Lock Your Meds Campaign to prevent prescription drug abuse.