Preventionfocus Inc.

02/20/2026

Look for the warning signs and reach out. Chat, Text, or Call 988.
988lifeline.org

Recognizing the signs of su***de risk in young people can save lives.
Learn the warning signs and if you notice any in yourself or others, it's important to take them seriously.

Text, call, or chat 988 988lifeline.org

02/16/2026

If you or someone you care about needs support call, chat,or text by visiting
https://988lifeline.org/ You are important. You matter.
988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

02/06/2026

The Super Bowl is coming up. One of the biggest sporting events of the year. Now is a good time to talk to your teen about the hazards of sports betting. Child Mind Institute

02/03/2026

Check out this news story and Consider This. 1 out of 3 boys in the US are gambling online before they are old enough to vote.
NYS OASAS You Decide NY nyproblemgambling.org

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem help is available. For 24/7 support call the NYS OASAS HOPEline at
1-877- 846-7369 ot text 467369

A new study from Common Sense Media finds 36% of boys ages 11 to 17 report gambling in the past year from sports betting to card games to “online gaming-rel...

02/02/2026

What a wonderful display from Alden Intermediate School, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his "I Have a Dream" speech. Please take a moment to read the Dreams of these students.
Alden Central School District Alden Intermediate School PTO Grades 3-5 .a.c

01/30/2026

Preventionfocuses evidence based education programs give children the tools to manage BIG feelings and resolve conflicts in healthy, productive ways; many of which are referenced in this article. Visit preventionfocus.org for more information about all we offer.

01/29/2026

Help is out there.

If you find yourself struggling with gambling harm, or if you suspect someone you know is facing such challenges, don’t hesitate to seek help. For 24/7 support, call the NYS OASAS HOPEline at 1-877-846-7369 or text 467369. Or choose your county using our interactive map on NYProblemGamblingHELP.org to see the contact information for the Problem Gambling Resource Center (PGRC) in your region.

01/21/2026

Thank you to our Executive Director Matt Smith and the entire board for the wonderful Holiday Breakfast in December.

01/20/2026

One way to fight those winter blues is to stay connected. A quick text or phone call can be enough to bring someone (and yourself) out of a funk.

Balance winter hibernation with staying connected to your support system. Find tips for checking in with others: bewell.ny.gov/helping-others

01/18/2026

Happy ! This month is a great opportunity for people who are recovery-curious (or anyone who simply wants a break from alcohol!) to evaluate their drinking habits and try to abstain for a month.

In the spirit of Dry January, here's a mocktail recipe! If you'd like, you could make this alcohol-free cosmopolitan and reflect on how alcohol has impacted your life and the role you want it to have going forward. You could even journal about it!

01/16/2026

01/15/2026

Seasonal Affective Disorder also know as SAD is a type of depession that is influenced by the seasons. Visit the link below for more information.
https://www.linkedin.com/.../what-seasonal-affective.../

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