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Extreme Heat in Tucson: How to Stay Safe + Where to Find Cooling Centers
When temperatures rise in Southern Arizona, extreme heat can quickly become dangerous. While recent warnings have impacted other parts of the state, Tucson regularly experiences summer highs over 100°F — putting our community at real risk. Knowing how to stay ...
CODAC Appoints Nicole Huggett as Vice President of Value-Based Care
CODAC has announced the promotion of Nicole Huggett, MSW, CPHQ, to the newly created role of Vice President of Value-Based Care. This new role reinforces CODAC’s commitment to providing high-quality care. By focusing on outcome-based models, we’re ensuring that our ...
Dine Out & Make a Difference on 4/15
One Day. One Community. One Mission. On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) is hosting its annual Dine Out For Safety event. We’re turning our local food scene into a powerhouse for good, and ...
This February, Put Your Heart First
February is Heart Health Awareness Month. This is a time when people all over the country learn how to take better care of their hearts. One of the most important things you can do for your heart is to make ...
Early Detection Saves Lives — Schedule Your Cervical Cancer Screening
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder that regular screening can save your life. Cervical cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages, which means many people don’t know something is wrong until the disease is harder to treat. Screening helps catch changes early, when treatment is ...
Dry-ish January: How Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference
Every January, millions of people try to kick off the new year by giving up alcohol altogether. For some, “Dry January” is a refreshing reset. But for many others, the all‑or‑nothing approach can feel intimidating, or even discouraging when life ...
Holiday Mental Health Tips: How to Manage Stress, Grief and Sobriety During the Season
The holiday season often brings joy, connection and celebration — but for individuals in recovery or coping with grief, family gatherings can also present unique challenges. Stress, emotional triggers and social pressures can make this time of year overwhelming and ...
Using Art and Mindfulness to Support Recovery Through the Seasons
The Power of Art and Mindfulness During the Holidays As the days grow shorter and the holiday season approaches, many individuals face increased emotional challenges. At CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness, art and mindfulness are more than just activities — ...
Southern Arizona’s First Trauma Recovery Center Opens to Support Victims of Violent Crime
Tucson adults now have access to comprehensive support and healing services through CODAC’s new Trauma Recovery Center (TRC), which serves individuals recently affected by violent crime — including gun violence, stabbings, physical assault, vehicular assault, sexual assault, domestic violence, human ...
CODAC Leaders Honored Among Tucson’s 40 Under 40
CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness is proud to announce that two of its team members have been named among Tucson’s prestigious ‘40 Under 40’ honorees. Presented annually by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, this award celebrates young professionals who ...
CODAC Announces Vice President of Substance Use Treatment Operations
CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness is proud to announce the promotion of Alex Fernandez, M.Ed., LIAC to the new role of Vice President of Substance Use Treatment Operations. With more than 30 years of experience in behavioral health and a ...
TECH NERD CINCO de GOLF CLASSIC Raises More Than $57,000 for Survivors of Sexual Violence
The Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) is thrilled to announce that the 4th Annual Tech Nerd Cinco de Golf Classic has raised $57,345 for survivors of sexual violence. This contribution brings the total amount raised for SACASA over ...
