South Hadley Drug & Alcohol Prevention Coalition

04/25/2026

https://www.mass.gov/news/massachusetts-flavored-to***co-product-restriction-projected-to-save-more-than-70-million-in-smoking-related-health-care-costs-since-2020-implementation

Here’s some important information— and we can feel proud that South Hadley regulated flavored ni****ne products and e-cigarettes before it became state-regulated.

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10/17/2025

https://gazettenet.com/2025/10/16/south-hadley-joins-growing-movement-to-create-ni****ne-free-generation/

SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley this week became the third municipality in Hampshire County to enact a “ni****ne-free generation” regulation, which prohibits the sale of ni****ne products to anyone born after Jan 1, 2005. The Board of Health unanimously passed the initiative during its Tuesday, Oc...

08/27/2025

At the Op**te Awareness event in South Hadley. Tree dedication as a memorial to those whose lives were lost to op**te drugs.

08/12/2025

The importance of refusal skills. The importance of having a plan, knowing ahead of time what to say.

Learn effective strategies to help teens refuse peer pressure while maintaining friendships. Discover communication techniques and teenage refusal skills that build confidence and promote healthy decision-making in social situations.

05/31/2025

This information is slowly becoming more available to the public. Each industry guards its health risks; it took a very very long time for general acceptance about cigarette risks too. Alcohol is the latest to be aware of.

01/06/2025

Important information

IMPORTANT POLICY ANNOUNCEMENT: Governor Healey Signs Bill Making Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Support More Affordable and Accessible

This is a HUGE win for the entire recovery community! Advocates have worked tirelessly to get these policies passed - job well done!

What a wonderful way to end 2024!

12/04/2024

This is remarkable!!

BOSTON — To***co and ni****ne products would eventually become banned in Massachusetts, under a regulatory trajectory that a trio of lawmakers hope will become law next session.Sen. Jason Lewis and Reps. Tommy Vitolo and Kate Lipper-Garabedian...

05/22/2024

Some people use drugs to help them cope with stress or mental health challenges, which can lead to substance use disorder (SUD). SUD is not a personal failing; it's a treatable condition. And you’re worth it. Start here: https://bit.ly/3QNh6Sa

05/14/2024

The MA Overdose Prevention Helpline has a new name! ***The helpline number remains the same: 1-800-972-0590.
The new website is: www.safe-spot.me***

"The rebranding to SafeSpot represents an evolution in our identity while staying true to our core mission of offering a safe and supportive space for those using drugs. The new name embodies the sanctuary and reassurance that we strive to provide to everyone who seeks assistance.
The transition to SafeSpot will accompany updated branding, including a new logo and website, to reflect the organization's fresh identity."

05/12/2024

If you need support . . . Here it is!