Preventionfocus Inc.

12/14/2025

12/10/2025

Set Rules on Family Gatherings – Ask that family members don’t gamble on family games. If there is a situation where you find gambling happening, remove yourself from the situation.

12/08/2025

There are lots of fun gifts to give kids. Lottery Tickets are not one of them. New York Council on Problem Gambling You Decide NY

12/04/2025

Good advice for anyone.

If you need to buy gifts, set a budget, and don’t give yourself any extra cash. If you know that handling money is difficult for you, have someone else handle the gift buying.

11/29/2025

Help is available. Call the hopeline for support.

Remember, you're not alone. Help is available.

Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369).

Learn more at https://oasas.ny.gov/hopeline.❄️

11/29/2025

Preventionfocus Congratulates Nate
Calhoun from BestSelf and all of the award recipients at the WNY Chemical Dependency Consortium’s 36th Annual Luncheon and Gold Key Awards!

Nate was awarded the Golden Key Award for his outstanding leadership, compassion, and dedication to supporting others on their recovery journeys.

11/28/2025

Our Prevention Specialists teach SEL (Social Emotional Learning) and provide children with the crucial skills they need to live healthy, productive lives.

Social and emotional learning is often assumed to happen naturally in the course of a child’s development without being taught. But when children don’t master these skills, they often develop behavior problems that, in turn, can interfere with their functioning in school and their ability to learn.

Learn more SEL programs and how they can help kids succeed:
https://childmind.org/article/what-is-social-and-emotional-learning/

11/27/2025

Gratitude Heals.

11/26/2025

The classroom doors at Martin Road Elementary School are so beautifully decorated and include positive messages which enhances and supports learning.

11/20/2025

This Saturday, communities around the world will come together for International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day (ISOSLD)—a day of connection, understanding, and hope through shared experience.

Please register in advance so we can prepare for you. Find the event closest to you and join us in creating a space of hope and connection. These events are free and supported by the funds raised through the walks.

❇️Buffalo NY Event Details: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Daemen Hall – Daemen University
4380 Main St, Amherst, New York
Register Here: https://buffalo-new-york.isosld.afsp.org/

While our Out of the Darkness Walks provide a powerful sense of community, ISOSLD gatherings offer a more intimate environment for healing and remembrance. These events are designed for those who have lost someone to su***de, providing a safe and supportive space to share stories, honor loved ones, and find comfort among others who understand.

11/20/2025

Thank you to all of the schools who participated in the Preventionfocus Red Ribbon and "Plant the Promise" activities.