Parent Resources

Rise Up Reno chooses parenting resources based on the strengths and risks of the youth in our community. Working with parents to be the best they can be, gives youth a better chance
at avoiding drugs and alcohol.

Talk They Hear You

Visit the SAMHSA website to help you start-and keep up-the conversation about the dangers of drinking alcohol and using other drugs at a young age. Click here to get tips for conversation goals.

Parenting Wisely

Parenting Wisely by Family Works Inc. is a two-hour video series that is viewed in the Rise Up Reno office. There are two versions- The Young Child Edition which is specifically designed to address communication and compliance issues for parents of children up to age 12. The older version specifically focuses on teen issues like following rules, solving conflict and addressing drugs. This program includes a comprehensive workbook and a certificate of completion. Call ahead to schedule an available time.

Operation Parent

Operation Parent is a national nonprofit that exists to empower parent (and caregivers) to fully engage in ongoing conversations with their K-12 children about technology, substance use, and mental health issues for purposes of prevention. Click here to learn more.

How to Talk About Mental Health

Taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body.

Sometimes people don't like to talk about mental health because they think it's a secret or something bad.

But it's important to talk about it so everyone feels okay asking for help when they need it. Here are some helpful

places you can learn more about mental health and how to talk about it with friends or family who might need

your support.

How to Support Youth for a Successful Year

Back to school can bring big changes. Adding activities and schoolwork can be a difficult transition after a relaxing summer. Check out this link from SAMHSA for ways to support youth.

Supporting Young Minds

We encourage you to explore tools for parents and caregivers, school personnel, and other adults in a young person’s life in Mental Health America’s 2024 #SupportingYoungMinds Resource Guide.

Growing Up Drug Free

Parenting can be the greatest job on earth—and the toughest. You want your children to be healthy, but you worry about what they will do when faced with the decision to try drugs. This guide offers information that can help you raise children who understand the risks of substance use.

Vapes, What to Do & Say

Finding a vape in your teen’s backpack can be a shock. Vaping might seem harmless to them because they hear that “everyone is doing it.” But vaping can lead to addiction and harm the lungs, heart and brain, even for young people who only use it sometimes. If you discover a vape pen, it’s important to talk in a way that keeps the conversation open. Find out how to have the conversation here.

Kratom 7-OH

You might have seen kratom products in a gas station, vitamin shop, or advertised at a “CBD Kratom” store. Check out this link to find out what it is and how dangerous is it.