Committed To Our Community. Motivated By Our Kids.
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DMYFS was awarded a grant from Eversource Energy CT to supply Sensory and Relaxation Room supplies in support of RSD#13 students. DMYFS, DMLWC and Jonathan and Sam from Eversource CT dropped off bean bag chairs, stress balls, fidget toys, speakers, head phones, yoga mats, breathing balls and so much more to three local schools.
Thank you Eversource for this generous gift and the continued support you show our community!
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Follow the link below for more information on how to stay mentally fit, how to practice mindfulness, and where to go for additional mental health resources. https://youtu.be/W28aLDOYYe0
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Connecticut students in grades K-12 are invited to submit artwork for a coloring book contest in honor of National Prevention Week (May 8-14). The contest connects prevention with Developmental Assets, something we're very familiar with here with our Asset Building Classrooms!
Submissions are due by April 4, 2022. Read the full details HERE.
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This year's Super Bowl halftime show was unlike any other, not only was it stacked with amazing performances but there was also over 25 years of recovery represented on that stage.
Mary J. Blige has 11 years in recovery and Eminem has 14 years!
Anything is possible!
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National Recognition!!
An article was published by CADCA about our new and innovative ways to share prevention messages with our community, to read the article follow the link below!
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Coalitions in Action - DMLWC & DMYFS
The hunt for innovative outreach strategies since the onset of the pandemic has been a common theme across communities globally. With virtual meeting fatigue and a sharp decrease in in-person events, coalitions have brainstormed new ways to reach
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www.cadca.org
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Save The Date!
DEA's next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is
April 30, 2022 – 10AM to 2PM
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
Locations: To Be Determined
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Keep an eye out for our newest billboard on marijuana and vaping that was developed in continuation of the Let's #MentionPrevention campaign with funding from our Local Prevention Council Grant!
To learn more about the dangers of marijuana and its negative effects on youth visit;
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Teen goes on life support with lung damage - vaping...
A teenager ended up on life support after waking up with what she thought was a cold. But Juliet Roberts was actually battling lung damage and pneumonia caused by vaping since she was 14. The 18-year-old was hospitalized in January after...
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nypost.com
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Smoking and vaping in young people's favorite shows...
Shows most popular with young people frequently portray tobacco in a positive light - as glamorous, rebellious, and a status symbol - and even depict youth and teenagers using tobacco, according to Truth Initiative's latest report on tobacco use...
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truthinitiative.org
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How To Quit | Smokefree
Find information, resources, and support to help you get ready to quit vaping, smoking and tobacco and successfully stop smoking.
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smokefree.gov
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What are Puff Bars?
If anyone thought the new flavored e-cigarette regulations were going to solve the youth vaping epidemic, they haven't heard of Puff Bars. Puff Bars mimic the massively popular JUUL and its many copycat e-cigarette devices, but are designed for...
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truthinitiative.org
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Topic: Problem Gambling Awareness Month DMLWC Meeting
Time: Mar 14, 2022 2:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 828 1191 5066 Passcode: 390482
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When: Mar 21, 2022 5:00 PM
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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If you or someone you care about has a gambling problem and you are seeking resources to help the gambler or yourself, call the free, confidential helpline 24-hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-789-7777 |
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Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services
Durham Middlefield Local Wellness Coalition
405 Main Street, Suite 11 Middlefield, Ct 06455
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