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We are a community coalition that brings together youth, parents, local government, law enforcement, healthcare, schools, and more to change community norms and policies around substance use in Dedham. To increase awareness of substance use within the community and enhance communication between parents, youths, educators and residents utilizing evidence-based data in order to promote education, encourage prevention and provide access to resources.

01/12/2026

Quitting isn’t about perfection, it’s about practice 💪

Slips don’t erase progress, they’re part of learning what works for YOU!

✨ Try a new coping strategy, lean on support, and remember: you are not alone in this journey!

Your strength shows up every time you choose yourself! Keep Going💙

01/05/2026

😵‍💫 Feeling stressed or overwhelmed sometimes is normal- especially when school, friendships, the future, and just life in general can feel like a lot at once. 😵‍💫

‼️ Stress is your body’s response to pressures or challenges, and anxiety is what happens when those feelings don’t go away and start getting in the way of your everyday life.

✨ Here’s the hopeful part: you CAN learn how to cope and find what helps YOU feel steadier! ✨

Simple habits that make a difference:
📝 Journaling your thoughts
🏃‍♀️ Moving your body
😴 Eating and sleeping regularly
🫁 Breathing deeply
🗣️ Talking with someone you trust

You are not alone in this, and it is OK to ask for help when things feel heavy.

12/23/2025

❄️ This holiday season, let self-care be part of the celebration!

Coping through the holidays looks different for everyone, and that’s okay!

✨ Rest when you need to, step outside, breathe deeply, connect with folks around you, and know support is just a call away ✨

12/22/2025

🗣️ Big conversations don’t have to be scary. 🗣️

The middle school years come with big changes, new pressures, and important decisions. Starting honest, age-appropriate conversations now can help kids feel supported, informed, and confident when it matters most.

By having ongoing conversations early, parents and caregivers can play a powerful role in helping middle schoolers understand risks and make safer choices.

Join Needham’s Substance Prevention Alliance for a supportive, informative 3-part series that offers tools, strategies, and community to help you feel prepared and confident in these important discussions.

Scan the QR code or click the link to register!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/conversations-with-your-middle-schooler-about-substance-use-tickets-1968703842188

12/12/2025

😱 The risks are REAL 😱

Today’s ma*****na is more potent than ever, and the science is clear: it can impact memory, learning, brain development, and overall safety, especially for young people.

🎉 Yet, there is good news in our community!

87% of Dedham High Schoolers report not using ma*****na in the past 30 days.

Our youth are making healthy choices every day. Let’s continue supporting them with facts and guidance!

12/09/2025

🚫🚗 Drugged driving is dangerous, no matter the substance.

Ma*****na, opioids, sedatives, and stimulants can all impair reaction time, judgement, coordination, and thinking skills.

‼️ Driving under the influence puts you, your passengers, and everyone on the road at risk. It is also ILLEGAL in all 50 states.

Protect yourself and your community:
👉 Offer to be a designated driver
👉 Plan ahead for a safe ride to and from gatherings
👉 Skip parties where substances will be present
👉 Talk openly with friends about the real risks of drugged driving

Get home safely, every time.

12/05/2025

🪢 Feeling stuck like a puppet on strings? Va**ng can affect brain development, increase addiction, and pull you into habits that are hard to escape.

But here’s the truth: MOST of your peers ARE NOT va**ng.
✨ 84% of Dedham High School students did NOT v**e in the past 30 days
✨ 75% have NEVER v**ed at all

Ready to cut ties with va**ng? ✂️
📌 Make a quit plan
📌 Switch up your routine
📌 List your reasons to stop
📌 Talk to someone you trust

Take back control. Cut the strings.

12/01/2025

❤️ December 1st is World AIDS Day ❤️

People around the world unite to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.

🧠 Drug and alcohol use affect the brain (including memory, attention, and reasoning) and impair clear thinking and decision-making, which may lead to behaviors that increase the chances of getting HIV.

🧠 Like drugs and alcohol, using prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines for purposes other than prescribed, in excessive amounts, or over a longer period than necessary can affect thinking and decision-making.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

🦃 According to data from the 2023 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey, in the last 30 days, nearly 90% of Dedham teens chose NOT to ride in a car with somebody who had been drinking.

Way to go, Dedham teens!

🦃 Make the right decision today and every day!
Don’t ride in a car driven by someone who has been drinking.

🦃 Before even one drink: plan ahead.
You’ll be thankful for a sober ride home.

Address

450 Washington Street
Dedham, MA
02026

Telephone

781-751-9220

Website

http://dedhamcoalition.org/, https://bit.ly/4f9BNTf

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