Somerville Positive Forces

09/04/2020

Hello SCAP Friends,

We're $$ recruiting Somerville teens (ages 13 - 17) to be part of a team to raise awareness of youth and problem gambling through a virtual photo exhibit. Participants will learn about social justice and health issues; build skills in advocacy and photography; and gain knowledge about problem gambling and healthy risk-taking.

$ Stipends will be provided based on participation for both youth (up to $240) and adult caregivers (up to $50). Youth will also earn 12-26 volunteer hours.

To apply, click this link: https://forms.gle/7aW8E2JuLFntsEUc8

For more information, please contact: Lovelee Heller at [email protected]

Please share with your networks. Thank you!

08/14/2020

Check out our 2019-2020 SPF Program Pics from all the great work this year by SPF Youth Leaders to promote a healthy community!

07/28/2020

SPF is hiring $$ Somerville youth ages 13-17 for our photovoice project on problem gambling starting in August. Click this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/fHrsGQgTchWXCNqa9

07/27/2020

SPF youth want you to know... find out more at nomentholknowwhy.org and blacklivesblacklungs.com

SPF youth leaders want you to know that big to***co and v**e industries have a history of targeting black, LGBTQ, Latinx and youth communities with their products. Learn more at blacklivesblacklungs.com and nomentholknowwhy.org

07/26/2020

SPF youth leaders want you to know that big to***co and v**e industries have a history of targeting black, LGBTQ, Latinx and youth communities with their products. Learn more at blacklivesblacklungs.com and nomentholknowwhy.org

06/26/2020

SPF Youth Leaders want you to know that Big To***co companies have been targeting Black, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities with their products. Learn how MA is fighting back and share this post! Visit: nomentholknowwhy.org/ , ,

Watch this video to learn about the new to***co law in Massachusetts.On June 1, 2020 flavored to***co products, including menthol ci******es (like Kool, Newport, and menthol Pall Mall) and flavored little ci**rs will no longer be sold in Massachusetts stores. This means there will be no more flavore...

04/03/2020

What’s your drug and alcohol IQ? Try this CHALLENGE!

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01/01/2020

Do you know a young person that needs help. Treatment is available. Check out these guides for more information:

Is Your Teen Using: A Treatment Guide:http://files.hria.org/files/SA1066.pdf

Substance Use Services for Young People:http://files.hria.org/files/SA3531.pdf

Please share these guides with family and friends.

01/01/2020

The holidays can be an emotional trigger for many people. If you or a loved one need to find drug use treatment or counseling, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). More resources: https://loom.ly/tmIcQiA

12/31/2019

Did you know…

FACT #10: Ma*****na can be addictive. You can find treatment at www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov provided by SAMHSA. You can also call the hotline at 1-800-662-HELP.

Treatment can help you, a friend, or someone you love get back to the person you or they once were.

Get the facts to make smart choices and be your best self. Share this information with your friends, parents, teachers, and others.

https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/ma*****na-facts-teens/other-useful-resources

What is ma*****na? Ma*****na is a mixture of dried, shredded flowers of the cannabis plant, Cannabis sativa. It goes by many different names, such as w**d, pot, herb, and grass. Ma*****na can be smoked, used to brew tea, and mixed in foods (edibles). Stronger forms include sinsemilla (sin-seh-me-yah...

12/31/2019

Did you know…

FACT #9: Like to***co smoke, ma*****na smoke has a toxic mix of gases and tiny particles that can harm the lungs.

Get the facts to make smart choices and be your best self. Share this information with your friends, parents, teachers, and others.

https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/ma*****na-facts-teens/want-to-know-more-some-faqs-about-ma*****na

12/31/2019

Did you know…

FACT #8: Ma*****na use has been linked to an increased chance for mental illness. In addition to addiction, ma*****na use is linked with a higher risk for schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety.

Get the facts to make smart choices and be your best self. Share this information with your friends, parents, teachers, and others.

https://www.drugabuse.gov/…/mari…/some-things-to-think-about