Substance use disorder does not discriminate. Let’s break the stigma and foster a community of support and understanding. Find resources and treatment options for someone you know: findtreatment.gov Stigma around substance use disorders is one of the biggest barriers to treatment and recovery. You can help support someone who might be looking for substance use…
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November is national Youth Homelessness, Outreach, Prevention, & Education Month, or Youth HOPE Month! It’s also Homelessness Awareness Month in our state. The statewide kickoff event for Homelessness Awareness Month will be held at the Community Partners Campus in Wausau, WI on Nov. 1 at noon. This event is open to the public and everyone…
On August 10, from noon to 4 PM, come join the community and support young artists from around Dane County. There will be performances from singers, poets, dancers, magicians … There will be a gallery featuring paintings, jewelry, sculptures and other physical art, that the public can come through, view and purchase pieces, with 100%…
Black history not only represents Black people, it represents Black influence around the world. Today and beyond, we not only celebrate the Black astronauts, scientists, inventors, artists, and activists that influenced our past, we also celebrate the resiliency of Black people and for retaining their blood given sense of worth, dignity and dedication that brings…
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Thank you for supporting Briarpatch on Giving Tuesday and every other day!…
As we ease out of fall and into the winter months, many are moved to donate clothing during this season of giving. As much as we depend on the generosity of the community, the reality is that we are at capacity for accepting clothing, both new and used. Due to the fact that we do…
