Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee

02/27/2026

Could your recovery journey inspire others?

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater 's Second Act program uses the transformative power of theater to support individuals in recovery by building community while working to reduce stigma and shame. Your journey has the power to inspire others while raising awareness of recovery resources. Learn more at what.org, or join the group on Wednesdays from 5-7 at WHAT or over Zoom. Email secondact@what.org for the Zoom link or directions.

02/19/2026

Save the Date! MOAR Boston Public Policy Forum — Save the Date

The Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR) will host its Boston Public Policy Forum on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Florian Hall in Boston. This forum brings together individuals in recovery, advocates, and community leaders to discuss public policy priorities and strengthen recovery supports across the Commonwealth. If interested in attending or to learn more, email: info@moar-recovery.org

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02/14/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 season of Camp Happy Place, a no-cost overnight camp for children who have lost a parent or guardian to addiction. Scheduled for June 19–23, 2026, the program offers a supportive, nature-based environment where campers can build friendships, participate in activities, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Families interested in learning more or beginning the application process are encouraged to request information and schedule an introductory call with the Camp Happy Place enrollment team. Click here to learn more & apply: https://camphappyplace.org/application-form/

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Town of Yarmouth Massachusetts Yarmouth Police Dept. Yarmouth Fire Department, MA Barnstable County Dept. of Human Services

02/12/2026

Support Group for Parents of Teens: 3rd Thursday of every month, 6:00 to 7:00 pm in person at 900 Route 134 in South Dennis or email for a ZOOM link to join virtually: CapeTeensRising@duffyhealthcenter.org
Duffy Health Center Behavioral Health Innovators

12/11/2025

Check out the December issue of the Barnstable County Regional Substance Addiction Coalition E-Newsletter! Click here to read:

Email from Barnstable County Department of Human Services December Edition   12-11-25 Barnstable County Regional Substance Addiction Council (RSAC) monthly E-newsletter is a tether of communication ac

12/04/2025

Yarmouth, help shape the Cape's opioid settlement funding priorities before December 19th. Complete this survey and share it with anyone who may be interested in providing input on how opioid settlement funds should be allocated. Your insight will be invaluable to ensure these funds are used effectively and equitably to support our communities.

Click here for the survey: https://www.research.net/r/CCOpioidSettlement2025

11/19/2025

November is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month — emphasizing proactive, ongoing efforts to stop the initiation and progression of substance use, especially among teens and young adults. There is in getting help or in talking about mental health and addiction.

Join the Yarmouth Substance Awareness committee in our support of the Project - creating a nationwide movement to end stigma and support others in speaking up about their own disorders — sign the SAFE Project's No Shame Pledge today!

Click to sign: https://www.safeproject.us/noshame-mental-health-addiction/

11/17/2025

Members of the Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee and Duffy Health Center had a blast at the Trunk or Treat event on Halloween! Thanks to the First Congregational Church of Yarmouth for hosting this fun and safe community gathering!

Duffy REACH

11/17/2025

Friends of YSAC who live in Brewster, Dennis, Orleans & Harwich, join in on the conversation to plan how to make spending decisions on the Community Opioid Funds. starting 11/19 through 11/21. Joining by ZOOM is also possible.

11/15/2025

Click to read the latest Barnstable County Regional Substance Addiction Council Email Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tj9paj6

11/01/2025

Yoga Fundraiser for Behavioral Health Innovators on Sat. 11/8 at the Monomoy High School Gymnasium! 10 am to 12 pm.

10/29/2025

Truck or Treat is happening again at the First Congregational Church of Yarmouth on Halloween, Friday, 10/31! Come at 4:30 to decorate your trunk, and festivities are from 5:00-6:30 pm.

First Congregational Church of Yarmouth, 329 Main Street, 6A, Yarmouth Port in the Upper Parking Lot.