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Lighting Up America in Red: How You Can Show Support This Red Ribbon Week

Posted by Informed Families on October 22, 2025 at 9:53 AM

Every October, communities across the country come together for Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest and longest-running drug prevention campaign. This year, we’re turning up the brightness — literally — with Light Up America Red, a powerful visual movement that shines a light on the importance of living drug free.

 

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Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time

Gratitude as the New Superpower for Families

Posted by Informed Families on October 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM

In a world filled with constant motion, deadlines, and digital distractions, gratitude is more than just a feel-good practice — it’s a powerful wellness tool. For families, gratitude helps calm the chaos, strengthen relationships, and build resilience through life’s ups and downs.

 

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Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time

The Power of the Family Bulletin Board: More Than Just Notes & Chores

Posted by Informed Families on September 22, 2025 at 10:09 AM

When you think of a family bulletin board or chore chart, you might picture something a little “old-school”—a corkboard with thumbtacks or a messy calendar on the fridge. But in reality, this simple tool is one of the most effective modern hacks for keeping families connected, reducing stress, and giving kids a sense of belonging.

 

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Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time

Back-to-School: Strengthening Family Routines & Values with Family Day™

Posted by Informed Families on August 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM

The start of a new school year brings more than new teachers, sharpened pencils, and busy schedules. It’s also a natural opportunity for families to pause, reset, and recommit to the routines and values that create a safe, healthy, and supportive home environment.

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Topics: Family Day, positive parenting, family bonding, peer pressure, parent peer group, family dinner, Family Table Time

Teaching Life Skills at the Dinner Table

Posted by Informed Families on September 24, 2023 at 9:06 PM


When you think of the dinner table, what comes to mind? For many, it evokes memories of family, friends, delicious food, and lively conversations. While these moments can be filled with joy, laughter, and bonding, the dinner table also offers a golden opportunity to teach invaluable life skills.

Let’s explore some of the many life lessons that can be imparted, all while sharing a meal together:

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Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

Balancing Hectic Schedules: Tips for Prioritizing Dinner Together

Posted by Informed Families on September 17, 2023 at 7:07 PM


In the hustle and bustle of our contemporary world, with deadlines at work, after-school activities, and an array of external commitments, making time for family often gets relegated to the bottom of our to-do list. Yet, amidst this chaos, the age-old tradition of a family dinner stands as a beacon of connection, reflection, and bonding. But how can we, in the midst of our ever-tightening schedules, prioritize this invaluable time? Here are some tips to help you strike that balance:

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Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

Let's Reconnect this Family Day - September 25, 2023

Posted by Peggy B. Sapp, President & CEO on September 7, 2023 at 2:32 PM

President's Message - August 2023

As we gear up to celebrate Family Day on September 25, 2023, I wanted to take a moment to share some heartfelt thoughts with all of you.
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Topics: President's Message, high school, elementary school, family bonding, Informed Families, family dinner, Family Table Time

Family Day: The Origins, Importance, and How You Can Get Involved

Posted by Informed Families on September 3, 2023 at 10:16 AM


Amidst the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, it's easy for the age-old tradition of family dinners to get lost in the shuffle. But have you ever wondered about the profound impact of these seemingly simple moments shared over a meal? Our Family Days™ Campaign is a national movement reviving the significance of family meals and their remarkable benefits on our youth.

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Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

'Back to School Month' with a 'Family Fun Month' Twist”

Posted by Informed Families on July 30, 2023 at 1:30 PM

As we wave goodbye to the relaxing days of summer and usher in the bustling fall season, the rhythm of life begins to change once again. August, a month filled with excitement and anticipation, marks not only 'Back to School Month' but also 'Family Fun Month.' So why not combine these two unique themes and make the transition back to school an engaging and enjoyable experience for the whole family?

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Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

Embracing Self-Care in the Family: Nourishing the Roots to Strengthen the Tree

Posted by Informed Families on July 21, 2023 at 9:09 AM

As we navigate the hectic tempo of modern living, one aspect often gets relegated to the back burner – self-care. As the culture of 'busyness' grows, we sometimes forget that our most fundamental responsibility is to ourselves and our well-being. 

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Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

About Us

We teach people how to say no to drugs and how to make healthy choices. To reduce the demand for drugs, Informed Families has focused its efforts on educating and mobilizing the community, parents and young people in order to change attitudes. In this way we counteract the pressures in society that condone and promote drug and alcohol use and abuse. The organization educates thousands of families annually about how to stay drug and alcohol free through networking and a variety of programs and services .

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