Includes:

• Disaster preparedness training

• Weather alerts & emergency updates

• Community resilience workshops

• Resource guides and emergency kit

Includes:

• Community events

• Awareness campaigns

• Volunteer opportunities

• Tribal and regional collaboration

What We Provide

• Education on opioid risks and community impact

• Training on recognizing signs of overdose

• Hands‑on instruction for administering Naloxone (Narcan)

• Safe‑use and harm‑reduction strategies

• Guidance on accessing treatment and recovery resources

• Support for families affected by opioid misuse

Who It’s For

• Community members

• Tribal employees

• Educators and youth workers

• First responders

• Anyone who wants to be prepared to help

Why It Matters Opioid overdoses continue to affect families across the Cheyenne River community. This training equips participants with life‑saving skills and strengthens our collective ability to respond quickly and effectively.

How to Participate

• Upcoming training dates

• Registration form

• Contact information for scheduling group session

What Participants Learn

• Disaster preparedness fundamentals

• Fire safety and small‑fire suppression

• Basic medical operations (triage, first aid, patient transport)

• Light search and rescue techniques

• Team organization and communication

• Disaster psychology and community support

• How to assist professional responders safely

Why CERT Matters CERT builds local capacity so the community can respond quickly when professional help is delayed. Trained volunteers strengthen resilience, improve safety, and support neighbors during crises.

Who Can Join

• Tribal members

• Youth (with guardian permission)

• Community volunteers

• Tribal employees

• Anyone interested in emergency response

Training Format

• Multi‑day hands‑on training

• Classroom instruction + practical exercises

• Final team drill

• CERT completion certificate

Our Climate & Resiliency Projects focus on preparing the community for extreme weather, environmental changes, and long‑term climate impacts. These initiatives strengthen local infrastructure, support emergency readiness, and protect the wellbeing of future generations.

Emergency & Crisis Resources

• Local emergency contacts

• Shelter locations and hours

• Severe weather alerts

• Crisis response guides

• Naloxone (Narcan) access information

Health & Wellness Resources

• Substance use support services

• Mental health hotlines

• Counseling and recovery programs

• Harm‑reduction education

• Wellness workshops and community classes

Training & Preparedness Resources

• CERT Training materials

• Opioid Response Training guides

• Disaster preparedness checklists

• Community resilience planning documents

• Volunteer training opportunities

Family & Youth Support Resources

• Youth program information

• Family advocacy contacts

• Safe‑space and mentorship programs

• School support and community activities

Environmental & Climate Resources

• Climate and resiliency project updates

• Severe weather preparation guides

• Environmental monitoring reports

• Sustainability and green‑community initiatives