Prevention Network CNY

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day, we are grateful for you! -PN ❤️💙

11/04/2025

11/04/2025

Gone, Never Forgotten, Always In Our Hearts This Holiday Season

🌲 Parade of Trees 🌲 - The Holidays can be an especially difficult time for families and loved ones who have lost someone to su***de. As we gather together with family and friends, it’s important to remember those we’ve lost and offer support to those who may be struggling with grief during this time.

💜 To honor and remember those we’ve lost, the Su***de Prevention Coalition of Oswego County is partnering with the Prevention Network of Central New York to sponsor a Su***de Remembrance Tree as part of this year’s ‘Parade of Trees’ at the Pratt House Museum in Fulton, December 1st to 12th.

💜 The tree will be decorated with ornaments featuring the names of loved ones who are no longer with us. To honor someone on the Remembrance Tree, scan the QR code or click on the link below to submit your loved one’s name. Each name will be included on an ornament to hang on the tree in their memory and given back to the person having submitted the name.

👉 Fill Out Form Here:
https://forms.gle/aV7amNA6TgkB4Y6h9

What: “Parade of Trees”
Where: The Pratt House Museum in Fulton, NY
When: December 1 – 12
Deadline: November 16
Questions? For more details, please reach out to us at kdowd@preventionnetwork.org.
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10/31/2025

This Red Ribbon Week, Prevention Network proudly stands with communities across the nation to promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles and celebrate the power of prevention. ❤️✨

Since 1985, Red Ribbon Week has inspired millions to take a visible stand against substance misuse and to commit to making positive choices. Led by the National Family Partnership, this annual campaign reminds us all that prevention starts with awareness, education, and connection. 🌟

❤️ This week, our team wore red in the office to show our support for substance use prevention and to stand united with those choosing a brighter, healthier future.

🙏 Thank you to everyone who followed along on our Instagram and joined us in spreading the message of hope and prevention, which is:
1️⃣ Raising awareness about the dangers of substance misuse
2️⃣ Supporting healthy choices among youth and families
3️⃣ Promoting prevention, education, and community connection

Together, we’re creating a safer, stronger, and drug-free community, one choice, one conversation, and one ribbon at a time.

📬 Want to bring prevention programming to your school or organization?
Reach out to us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/30/2025

Halloween should be full of treats, not tricks from substances 🎃🎃

Red Ribbon week falls right during the spooky season, so here are a few harm reduction reminders!

Stay safe, stay aware:
🍬 Only take candy from trusted sources
🧛‍♀️ Keep an eye on your drink
🕸️ Look out for your friends
💬 If something doesn’t feel right, speak up
Let’s make this Halloween fun and safe for all. 🧡

Learn More about harm reduction and reach out to us at Prevention Network!

📬 Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/29/2025

At Prevention Network, we believe that healing begins with understanding. 💜

Recognizing substance use disorder (SUD) as a treatable mental health diagnosis, as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5 TR), helps us replace stigma with support, compassion, and hope. 🌟

Often, substance misuse and mental health challenges go hand-in-hand. Many individuals experience both, and by addressing them together, we can foster true recovery and lasting wellness. 💭🕊️

💬 When we understand the connection between mental health and substance use, we can build pathways to healing, offering empathy, resources, and community instead of judgment.
Together, we’re creating a culture that values care over criticism and connection over isolation. 🌿

At Prevention Network We:
1️⃣ Recognizing substance use disorder as a treatable mental health diagnosis
2️⃣ Supporting integrated care for mental health and recovery
3️⃣ Reducing stigma through education, empathy, and community support

Together, we’re building a community rooted in understanding, compassion, and recovery!!

📬 Want to learn more or bring prevention education to your school or organization?
Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/28/2025

Everyone has a reason, a “why”, for choosing to stay drug-free.

Maybe it’s your goals. Maybe it’s your family. Maybe it’s your health, your peace of mind, or your future. 🌟

Staying drug-free means:
💪 Keeping your mind clear
❤️ Protecting your health
🎯 Reaching your goals
👯 Being present for the people you love

✨ Now we want to hear from you:✨
Why is prevention important to you?

Drop your reason in the comments ⬇️ or share this post to your story with your “why.”

Let’s inspire others to make healthy choices and support one another.

10/28/2025

Thank you for 10 incredible years of dedication, hard work, and heart. Your impact will be felt for years to come, and we’ll miss you and wish you all the best on your next chapter! 💐💫

10/27/2025

Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug prevention campaign, held each year in the last week of October. ❤️🎗️

It’s a time for communities to come together to promote living drug-free and making healthy, positive choices. 🌟

At Prevention Network, we’re proud to support Red Ribbon Week by providing an abundance of free resources for schools, community organizations, families and everyone in our community. From educational materials and activity ideas to support for prevention programming, we’re here to help you make an impact. 💪

Red Ribbon Week reminds us that prevention starts with awareness, and together, we can build safer, healthier communities for all. 🌍💚

✨ Reach out to us to learn more about our Red Ribbon Week resources and how we can support your prevention efforts! ✨
📬 For more information, contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/25/2025

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a biannual event led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) that provides a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. 💊

This nationwide initiative helps prevent prescription drug misuse, addiction, and accidental poisoning, while also protecting our environment from unsafe disposal practices like flushing or throwing medications in the trash. 🌍♻️

Held twice a year, in April and October, Take Back Day brings together communities across the country with collection sites at police stations, pharmacies, and community centers. It’s a simple yet powerful way to make a difference in keeping our communities safe and healthy. 💚

✨ Together, we can prevent misuse and promote safe medication disposal. ✨

URL TO FIND YOUR LOCAL SITE:
🚨https://www.dea.gov/takebackday -locator🚨

To learn more about safe disposal options or upcoming Take Back Day events in your area, reach out to us at Prevention Network!
📬 Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/23/2025

Red Ribbon Week is almost here! ❤️🎗️
Next week, we’ll be celebrating the nation’s largest drug prevention campaign by sharing daily posts filled with important information, resources, and ways to get involved. 💪✨

At Prevention Network, we’re proud to join communities across the country in promoting healthy, drug-free lifestyles. Throughout the week, we’ll highlight key facts about prevention, share valuable tools and activities, and showcase how we’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week right here in our community. 🌍💚

Red Ribbon Week reminds us that awareness and education save lives. Together, we can build stronger, healthier, and safer communities for all. 🙌

✨ Be sure to follow along all week long to stay informed and inspired — and reach out to us to learn more about the resources we have available! ✨

📬 For more information, contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/20/2025

Teen Institute (T.I.) is Prevention Network’s youth-led leadership program, and this past weekend’s Youth and Adult Staff Training was a huge success! 🎉

Our amazing youth and adult leaders came together to prepare for the annual conference happening this November, planning activities, building leadership skills, and getting ready to inspire others. 💪💚
• The annual conference is planned and executed by youth who have been participants of the conference.
• Each team leaves the conference with an Action Plan; Something they will do to better their community. From a food drive at your school or community center to cleaning up your favorite park, the opportunities are endless!
• Youth Participants have the opportunity to apply and interview to be selected for Youth Staff: The youth who plan and execute the conference.

Eligibility to attend:
👥 Grades 9–12
🧑‍🏫 Must have a Team Advisor (ages 18+)
Teams consist of high schools and church groups so don’t be afraid to create a new team!

✨ Reach out to us to learn how to register for the November conference! ✨

Together, we’re empowering youth to lead, connect, and create positive change in their communities. 💫
📬 For more information, contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.