Webinar: Teen Sexting – What’s the Issue?

Webinar

There are so many important topics to discuss with our children when they are given a smartphone, maybe one of the most difficult is on the topic of sexting.  A study by JAMA Pediatrics released in 2019 revealed at least 1 in 4 teens are receiving sexually explicit texts and emails and at least 1 […]

Vaping & Our Kids: Get the Facts

John C. Hart Memorial Library 1130 East Main Street, Shrub Oak, NY, United States

Community presentation on vaping, discussing the latest trends and information: • Differences between vape devices • Flavorants and chemicals in vapes • Wax pens and vaping THC (Marijuana) • Signs that your child may be vaping • Successful conversation starters to have with your child about vaping Presented by: Kiara Loughran, MS, Student Assistance Counselor […]

Spotlight Family Support Group

Cappellini Community and Cultural Center 1974 Commerce St., Rm. 26, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]

The Parent Support Network™

We ALL have mental health, just like physical health. Important at every stage of life, mental health affects the way a person thinks, feels, relates to others, and behaves. ASK is thrilled to collaborate with The Youth Mental Health Project by bringing their valuable resources to our community and introducing The Parent Support Network™ – […]

Volunteer: In House Community Service

Alliance for Safe Kids 2051 Baldwin Road, Ste. 112, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Students may come to the Alliance for Safe Kids office to work on various community service projects. Food and drinks will be provided. Let us know you will be joining us by emailing volunteer@allianceforsafekids.org

Spotlight Family Support Group

Cappellini Community and Cultural Center 1974 Commerce St., Rm. 26, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]

Webinar: Teen Substance Abuse: The Risks, Consequences and What We Can Do

Webinar

Parents and professionals will be empowered to engage in authentic (real) educational conversations with teens. This webinar will dive into teen alcohol abuse including usage trends and the dangers of binge drinking, blackouts, and alcohol poisoning. Parents will be provided some up to date information regarding social host laws. For those raising or working with teen(s) in […]

Webinar: Alcohol, Drugs and You – A Conversation with authors Marc and Lianna Treitler*

Webinar

Join Operation Parent for a conversation with authors Marc and Lianna Treitler as they discuss addiction, genetic predisposition and what your child needs to know if there is an addiction in your family.  "If you are one of the billions of people with a genetic predisposition, even one drink, or using drugs one time can […]

Spotlight Family Support Group

Cappellini Community and Cultural Center 1974 Commerce St., Rm. 26, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]

Virtual Meeting: The Parent Support Network™

We ALL have mental health, just like physical health. Important at every stage of life, mental health affects the way a person thinks, feels, relates to others, and behaves. ASK is thrilled to collaborate with The Youth Mental Health Project by bringing their valuable resources to our community and introducing The Parent Support Network™ – […]