Prevention Resources

Standing with Baltimore’s Youth

BHSB works with schools, communities and organizations across Baltimore and Central Maryland to ensure young people and families get the information they need about preventing substance use and protecting their emotional health. Check out some of these resources below. And don’t forget: You’re never alone.

Community Safety Day

Community Safety Day is a community-based event hosted by BHSB’s Prevention Team twice a year in Baltimore City. These events are hosted in April and October, in alignment with the DEA’s National Take Back Day. Community members can bring unwanted medications and medical sharps for safe disposal, as well as engage with a resource fair and family-friendly activities that promote emotional health and wellness.

Our next event is on Saturday, November 8, 2025 — learn more!

Kids Off Drugs

K.O.D. (Kids Off Drugs) is a high-energy, school-based initiative that helps youth and young adults avoid or reduce substance use. Learn how we can work with your school.

BHSB works with Baltimore City Schools and providers across the city to ensure all youth and children have access to high-quality behavioral health care. Explore our online directory of early childhood mental health care and school-based behavioral health specialists and learn how to connect with a Family Support Peer Specialist or the Baltimore City Local Care team.

You can also access information on Overdose Prevention and Treatment and Other Services.

Prevention Week

National Prevention Week | SAMHSA is a vital national public education initiative aimed at highlighting the efforts of communities and organizations nationwide in promoting substance misuse prevention and positive mental health. BHSB’s Prevention Team hosts a two-day National Prevention Week event with Baltimore City middle and high school students.
This year, we hosted over 800 students on May 14 & 15 and joined together in “Celebrating Possibilities,” emphasizing their potential for growth and resilience. Students engaged in activities, an educational session, resource fair, and fun and games!