Newtown Prevention Partnership

11/12/2025

Thank you to the Newtown Health District for partnering to host such a great event!

10/09/2025

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September 30 marked the end of National Su***de Prevention Month, but, as a lot of people know, su***de prevention is a 365 day a year job. In Newtown, several town departments and organizations joine...

10/09/2025

Join the Newtown Parent Connection, Inc. with Newtown Rotary and the Newtown Su***de Prevention Initiative for QPR training on Thursday, October 16th!

09/30/2025

The last day of September - Su***de Prevention Awareness Month - will highlight a first at Fairfield Hills and for the Newtown community. A “Listening Bench,” modeled on the growing trend of conversation benches will be dedicated at 11:30 am on Tuesday, September 30. Anyone is welcome to attend - the dedication is expected to take 20-30 min.

The green bench is located along the Fairfield Hills trail just south of the Newtown Volunteer Ambulance headquarters. It also features an informational sign that reminds passersby about the availability of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Hotline, that life matters, and that there is hope during crisis and during moments when individuals may be considering su***de or self-harm.

There will also be a literature dispenser which will carry information and resources for individuals who may be grappling with depression, mental health concerns, addiction, and related situations.

Newtown’s Listening Bench is modeled upon an installation concept to help encourage mental health conversations in the hope of preventing su***de.

As with similar installations, which are very common in Europe and a growing trend in the U.S., it is hoped the bench will be a welcoming place for people who are experiencing mental health concerns, while also prompting others to learn what the bench is for, to stop to ask people if they are OK, and to listen.

09/10/2025

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See how community organizations like the Redding Prevention Council keep our communities safe and educated!

08/14/2025

Community Building 💪

🚌✂️Back-to-School Supply Drive! Our bin is filling up but we have plenty of room for more. 📚✏️

Help our neighbors who are in need,
So they’re set to learn, write, and read.
Help us stock up, don’t delay,
Drop your goodies off today!

Collecting through Monday, August 18th
Around Town Real Estate - 17 Church Hill Road, Newtown

Newtown Community Center - 8 Simpson Street, Newtown

Small donations make a big impact! Thank you for your support!

08/13/2025

✨Be the Change in Your Zip Code✨
🚨 Want to make a real difference in your neighborhood?
Your voice matters.
Your ideas matter.
And your time? It could change lives. 💕
Join the Newtown Prevention Partnership and help us build a safer, stronger, and more connected community—one decision at a time. Whether you're a parent, student, business owner, or just someone who cares, we need YOU at the table.
💬 Drop a comment if you're interested
📩 Message us to learn more
📅 Next meeting: Thursday, 8/21- 1-2PM — come see what we’re all about!

08/07/2025