Youth Substance Abuse Prevention

More than 25% of Massachusetts 8th graders have reported using alcohol and nearly 12% have used marijuana (Mass Dept of Public Health).

Teens are confronted every day with choices about smoking and drug and alcohol use. We need to give them a different choice – a better choice. We advocate for and support programs which link parents with school and recreation officials to make a difference.

In 2010, we have funded these programs:

Program Agency
In-School Substance Abuse Program
CAB Health & Recovery Services - Project ALERT at Manchester -Essex Regional Middle School

Child and Family Counseling
Mentoring Program

 Children’s Friend & Family Services

Student Assistance Programs at:

     Beverly High School

     Briscoe Middle School (Beverly)

     Hamilton-Wenham High School
     Ipswich High School
     O'Maley Middle School (Gloucester)

 HES (Health & Education Services)

Ipswich Adolescent-at-Risk Group
Gloucester Middle School Program

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