Press Release: April 29, 2026 - Indiana has been hit hard over the years by the opioid epidemic, with families across the state continuing to experience the devastating effects of prescription opioid misuse, addiction, and illicit drug poisoning. On April 28, 2026, Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, was sentenced in federal court and ordered to pay $5.5 billion for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic in the United States. The sentencing marks another major chap

Sounds of Sarah, Inc., a Lake County-based nonprofit, has been awarded $200,000 in local Opioid Settlement Funds to expand its work across Lake County, with a strong focus on reaching rural communities. This funding supports continued efforts to make sure individuals and families across the entire county have access to life-saving resources, support, and care. While services might be available, access can look different depending on where someone lives. This expansion can hel

Losing someone to an substance use overdose or drug posoisning is a pain unlike any other. It’s sudden. It’s shocking. It leaves a hole that feels impossible to fill. When the world around you keeps moving, grief can trap you in a silent, lonely place. But you don’t have to face it alone. There are online grief support resources designed to help you navigate this difficult journey. These resources connect you with others who understand, offer comfort, and provide tools to he

On February 28, 2026 Sounds of Sarah hosted the Connected for Change Lunch & Learn which brought together an incredible group of community members, professionals, and leaders committed to making a difference. When organizations, public safety, mental health professionals, and community members come together to share knowledge, build partnerships, and have real conversations, that is where meaningful change begins. We are grateful for the panelists, guest speakers, sponsors,

This past weekend, Sounds of Sarah Inc. had the incredible opportunity to take our families out to a Chicago White Sox game, thanks to...

Sounds of Sarah was proud to sponsor the My Child Matters – Ride for John event, a powerful day filled with a motorcycle run, live...

On August 2, 2025, Sounds of Sarah joined the Lake County Health Department’s Family Fun Day: Community Health and Resource Fair at...

On July 19, 2025, Sounds of Sarah attended the Pinnacle Hospital Health Fair, providing vital substance use and mental health resources...

On Saturday May 24, 2025, we gathered for the 3rd Annual We Fight Together Walk/Run , hosted by Sounds of Sarah Inc. —and what a powerful...

On November 14 and 15, Sounds of Sarah had the honor of attending the DEA Family Summit in Washington, D.C., a gathering of approximately...

On October 6, Sounds of Sarah proudly participated in the Suicide Prevention Walk in Lake County, standing alongside hundreds of...

Raising Awareness and Saving Lives: Night of Community, Prevention, and Hope At the National Night Out event held at the Rail Cats...

The DEA Chicago Division will host its 2024 Family Summit on Fentanyl on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. This event is...

In the heart of Wicker Park, a community united in grief and determination gathered for a solemn yet powerful event — the We Fight...

April 25, 2024 marked a significant day for our community in Lake County, Indiana, as we hosted the Partners in Prevention event. In...

December 12, 2023 Holiday traditions, joyous gatherings and celebrations can often make the holidays feel emptier, Griffith police Social...

Families gathered in Chicago on October 4, 2023, for the DEA Family Summit, coming together to address the growing fentanyl and illicit...

Sounds of Sarah distributed Narcan and materials at the 2023 Northwest Indiana Out of the Darkness Walk that was on September 30, 2023,...

WASHINGTON – On September 25 and 26, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration hosted the second annual DEA Family Summit on Fentanyl for...

Schererville, IN., National Night Out is a FREE EVENT to the Community. This event is meant to educate the Community on safety and more!...