Each year, Red Ribbon Week sparks incredible energy across schools, families, and communities—reminding us of the power of prevention and the importance of making safe, healthy choices. But the message doesn’t stop when the ribbons come down. True prevention is a year-round effort, built on consistent conversations, positive reinforcement, and a strong sense of community.
Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time
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With Informed Families and National Family Partnership standing behind the message of prevention, Red Ribbon Week (October 23–31) is a perfect opportunity for families to come together and affirm safe, healthy choices.
Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time
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.
Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time
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.
Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time
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.
Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time
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.
Topics: Family Day, positive parenting, family bonding, peer pressure, parent peer group, family dinner, Family Table Time
As we culminate our 2022-2023 Year in Review, we at Informed Families are overjoyed to share some standout statistics that encapsulate the hard work and dedication of our team and community partners over the past year.
Topics: Family Day, holidays, family bonding, Give Miami Day 2023, crafts
The holiday season is a special time for family bonding and creating lasting memories. As we navigate this festive period, it's important to find ways to strengthen our family connections and instill positive values in our children.
Topics: Family Day, holidays, family bonding, crafts
Creating holiday crafts with kids is more than just a fun activity; it's an opportunity for family bonding, which is crucial for the healthy development of children and teens. At Informed Families, we understand the significance of family togetherness in reducing the risk of substance abuse among young people. Parental involvement is indeed the most potent weapon in preventing substance abuse among youth.
Topics: holidays, lock your meds, family bonding, safe homes smart parties, alcohol use
As we exit the Thanksgiving season, it's crucial to keep the spirit of thankfulness alive in our families, especially among our children. It's a vital time to remind them not to forget the blessings they have and to continuously recognize and appreciate the good in their lives. This ongoing practice of gratitude can profoundly impact their perspective and overall well-being, making every day a chance to see the world through a lens of thankfulness.
Topics: holidays, family bonding, thanksgiving, family dinner
