BOLD Coalition

12/20/2022

The FR CARA Grant Project

The FR CARA Grant Project

12/14/2022

Parents: Wondering how to start the conversation about prevention but don’t know where to start? Here’s a few tips to help you get started!

12/12/2022

Today was an exciting day because the SSTAR Prevention team was able to talk to 70+ youth involved in Durfee High School’s Project Red and Black initiative regarding substance use prevention and youth involvement in our work. Working with the youth in our community is our favorite part of the job and the SSTAR Prevention team is so excited to begin working with you!

12/08/2022

If you’re looking to get a COVID-19 vaccination 💉before the holidays, check out this flyer for a date and location that works for you!!! Spread some holiday cheer this season🎄🎅🏻, not germs! 🚫🦠🤧

12/06/2022

Self care is always important, especially during the holidays! Make sure to take time for yourself and those you love during this busy time!❤️

12/01/2022

SAVE THE DATE!

(If you are interested in attending send us a message and we can get you the meeting info!)

11/29/2022

Santa returns to FRCMedia tongiht at 5pm for our annual North Pole LIVE! telecast. Kids can talk with Santa and share their gift lists. Call 508-730-3272. The show will also include the reading of holiday stories from the Fall River Public Library and locally performed holiday music.

You can watch North Pole LIVE! on Comcast Channel 95 or right here on Facebook!

11/22/2022

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11/17/2022

Lots of exciting things coming to Fall River this holiday season!!!!🎄🎁

11/15/2022

November is the perfect month to practice gratitude! Here are some ways to get started!

11/10/2022

National Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month!

Check out the link below to join in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.

Link: https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/

Paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.

11/08/2022

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11/03/2022

Photos from BOLD Coalition's post

11/01/2022

Another successful prescription medication take back day in the books!!!

10/27/2022

Now’s the time to quit and you aren’t alone🚬🚫

10/25/2022

Last Friday, members from the SSTAR Prevention team participated in a trunk or treat event at the parent engagement center! We had such a fun time!!!

10/21/2022

Our very own SSTAR Prevention Manager, Sheila Kauffmann, was awarded the 2022 Heroes of Peace award! Very well deserved and earned for such a caring and passionate leader in the community. Our team is so proud!!! Congrats Sheila!!!!

2022 Fall River Heroes of Peace!!

Congratulations to the recipients of this year's award:

Michael Thompson
Sheila Kauffmann
Allison Hague
Sara Rodrigues
Organization Standing Together
Da Riva Trust
Viva Fall River
Scottie’s Pub
Citizen for Citizens Family Planning and Teen Prevention Programs

10/20/2022

Everyone loves a good Halloween Party!!! Check out the flyer for more details!!! 🎃

10/18/2022

Be the change you want to see!!!⭐️

10/13/2022

Yesterday was the first BOLDER Coalition meeting of the school year and what better way to kick it off than with a special guest presentation from the YEAH CORPS! They are doing amazing work in and around the city and we are looking forward to working with them in the future. Looking to get involved with the BOLDER Coalition and attend our next meeting? Send us an email at [email protected] and we will add you to our list serve for all the latest updates and meeting info!!!

10/11/2022

It’s that time of year again where cold and flu season is upon us 🤧😷🦠. Looking to get a COVID-19 vaccination 💉? Check out the attached flyer for more info on where and how!

10/07/2022

Members from the SSTAR Prevention team were happy to help plan and participate in the first strategic planning meeting for the Bristol County Regional Alliance. Can’t wait for the next event!

10/04/2022

It’s that time of year again! Get ready to dispose of your unused, unwanted, and/or expired medication!!! View flyer for more details!!! 💊🚮

09/30/2022

DEA Warns of Brightly-Colored Fentanyl Used to Target Young Americans

⚠️WARNING⚠️ from the Drug Enforcement Administration-DEA about rainbow colored fentanyl. The colorful drug is being made to look like candy. If you suspect any candy or substance to contain fentanyl or other drugs please call 9-1-1.



Link for more info: https://www.dea.gov/press-releases/2022/08/30/dea-warns-brightly-colored-fentanyl-used-target-young-americans

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09/29/2022

What does substance use prevention for youth mean to you?

09/27/2022

Here’s the tea…☕️

09/22/2022

SSTAR Prevention hopes that the school year is going great for you so far! Knowledge is power! Study for you!!!📚📖🧠

09/20/2022

What are you doing this September to take care of yourself?

09/13/2022

National Recovery Month

September is Recovery Month-

Click the link below to learn more.

https://www.naadac.org/national-recovery-month

National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life.

09/01/2022

https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/overdose-awareness-day-remember-act

Yesterday evening, SSTAR Prevention staff participated in International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) events in Fall River and Taunton.

During International Overdose Awareness Day we remember the folks lost to addiction and the loved ones left behind. We also recognize the people doing critical work to help prevent overdose fatalities.

08/30/2022

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08/25/2022

Some members of the SSTAR Prevention Team participated in outreach in Fall River prior to Overdose Awareness Day to provide resources and support to those struggling with a substance use disorder and their families 💜🎗🕯

08/23/2022

Va**ng and opioids are a serious threat to teens. Here's what's being done locally to help

Check out this article featuring some of our prevention coordinators surrounding youth substance use prevention and what resources are available for our youth!

Link: https://www.heraldnews.com/story/news/local/2022/08/22/va**ng-opioids-unique-danger-teens-bristol-county-programs-help/10351755002/

Local advocates say va**ng is especially dangerous to teens, while opioids are also a big threat. Here's how they try to help kids kick the habit.

08/18/2022

Looking for something to do this weekend? Support the arts and those in need in our community by attending this benefit concert at the Narrows Center!!!

08/16/2022

Our Peer Leaders helping out at this years Community Resource Fairs! ☀️

08/11/2022

Who doesn’t love free ice cream?!🍦stop by to get some ice cream and a Covid vaccination/booster! View flyer for more details.

08/09/2022

Looking for something fun to do on a hot day like today🥵? Make a scrap book of all your exciting summer adventures so far🏞! Whether your days have been adventurous or lowkey, you’ll have these memories to look back on for many years to come!!!

08/04/2022

Looking to get involved in the community? Join us in participating in Overdose Awareness Outreach on Wednesday August 24, 2022. View flyer for more details on how to get involved!🎗🕯💜

08/02/2022

Our Peer Leaders had a blast at last Friday’s Family Movie Night. They did an awesome job creating and playing the coping skills wheel with youth and their families.

07/28/2022

The team at SSTAR Prevention is super excited to be attending this event!!! Make sure to stop by our resource table before the movie begins and play our coping skills color wheel game to win some fun prizes!