San Juan Island Prevention Coalition

08/14/2024

We Are the Medicine: Possibilities for Flourishing Through Difficult Times

Christina Bethell, PhD, MPH, MBA is a Professor at Johns Hopkins University in the Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she advances a new integrated Science of Thriving to promote early and lifelong health of children, youth, families and communities.

Zoom Webinar
December 8, 2022

This session presented new research and approaches to promote child and family well-being using a positive approach to health that fosters self, family and community-led healing of the trauma and adversity concentrated in many of our families and communities today. Relational Health:)

https://ccfwb.uw.edu/resource/christina-bethell-lecture/

08/10/2024

Congratulations to Luke Fincher, our coalition's young adult prevention advocate who continues to work as a Peer 2 Peer Trainer and Program Assistant.

Luke's contribution has been Rock Solid! His work has had a profound impact, helping to build the Peer 2 Peer program in March 2020 and adapting this model into a thriving online workshop when the pandemic moved all teaching to Zoom rooms. He has supported three different Program Directors in the last four years. We are proud to watch Luke's prevention journey and his growth in helping his peers and paying it forward to the next generation.

Each school year, Peer 2 Peer offers middle and high school students from across five counties within our prevention network, including our Friday Harbor students, an opportunity to participate in wellness workshops they will teach to their younger peers. Luke has helped lead these wellness workshops promoting health for the last four years, even as a college student! The workshops address topics like developing healthy coping skills, refusal skills, presentation skills, prevention science, and social norms.

It is a true honor for Luke to be recognized by Prevention Specialists across the state of WA. We, the coalition, are immensely proud of you, Luke! Your achievements are a testament to your dedication and hard work. Congratulations!

08/08/2024

You Can! Moving your body through these simple stretches can help you unwind and reset. Save these and try them out whenever you need a break.

08/06/2024

There are so many unique ways to find joy and we love to see it 😍. Stay tuned as we spotlight from teens all across Washington state!

🎥: Victoria, 16, Spokane

08/06/2024

Peer pressure can be tough to face. With a new school year around the corner, remember that modeling self-confidence can help your teen build their own self-esteem and stand firmer in their beliefs and values. Spend an afternoon jotting down affirmations together and stick them up around the house for a lasting reminder.

08/06/2024

New free course: Introduction to HOPE in Spanish!

HOPE is a new way of seeing and talking about experiences that support children’s growth and development into healthy, resilient adults.

https://spreadinghope.mylearnworlds.com/course/introduccion-a-hope-en-espanol

08/06/2024

Wonderful engaging children programming, for ages 3-5 with caregivers and families, THIS Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 10:30 a.m. for our San Juan Island Seed to Sprout class!

This program is for children ages 3 to 5 and is a chance for them to learn about nutrition, gardening, nature, and practice their social and creative skills.

You don’t need to pre-register to join – just come on by! Children will learn about plants and insects through singing, crafting, and movement. Classes are from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Land and Sea Garden, between Blair Ave. and 2nd St. Ave in Friday Harbor.

Families are welcome to join the fun and a caregiver is required to remain with their child during the class.

Join us THIS Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 10:30 a.m. for our San Juan Island Seed to Sprout class!

This program is for children ages 3 to 5 and is a chance for them to learn about nutrition, gardening, nature, and practice their social and creative skills.

You don’t need to pre-register to join – just come on by! Children will learn about plants and insects through singing, crafting, and movement. Classes are from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Land and Sea Garden, between Blair Ave. and 2nd St. Ave in Friday Harbor.

Families are welcome to join the fun and a caregiver is required to remain with their child during the class.

08/02/2024

Make yourself some tea, light a candle, and unwind with a good ol’ coloring session. Download and print this coloring page and more designed by Washington teens at https://bit.ly/3xV1CVu

08/02/2024

When a family member or loved one is experiencing a mental or substance use disorder, it's important to know how to support them and what to say.

Not sure where to begin? Visit for resources: samhsa.gov/families

08/01/2024

It’s been said, we often look like our pets. But how about your best friend? Which pup in this reel best suits their personality or vibe? They are all doggone cute!

It’s ! Tag your bestie and tell us which pup reminds you of them 🐶.

07/28/2024

Just like your fur-babies, we can all support our loved ones and friends ❤️ Providing support & following up with loved ones are just some of the actions we can all take to help others who may be in crisis. http://findsupport.gov

07/26/2024

If a teen or young adult in your life is experiencing difficulties, HearMeWA can help. It provides support for teens and young adults in Washington State using trained crisis counselors—24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. To use the service, call 888-537-1634, text HearMeWA to 738477, or use the tip form: https://www.p3campus.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=5007&TemplateID=166&Override=1