September 14 and September 22 A group of five young people worked on researching, filming, interviewing, and editing a documentary-style short film about youth substance use. This group was part of the Gateway to Opportunity summer work-learning project in Westbrook, Maine. Gateway to Opportunity provides paid learning opportunities to young people, focusing on developing 21st […]
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Why do teens drink?
Teens drink for a variety of reasons. Some teens want to experience new things. Others feel pressured into drinking by peers. And some are looking for a way to cope with stress or other problems. Unfortunately, drinking will only make any problems a person has already worse, not better. When teens drink alcohol, they may […]
Is it worth it to host a teen party?
Jenna looked so excited before heading off to graduation. While she knew it would be bittersweet, she was looking forward to seeing her friends especially Ben, one of her closest friends throughout her school years. Ben’s parents had agreed to throw a big bash after graduation. Everyone seemed to be going! After all, this had […]
We need systemic change to address prescription misuse in Maine
Westbrook Partners for Prevention Program Director, Janet Dosseva, MPH, PS-C, provides a commentary about prescription medication misuse. Published in The Portland Press Herald on Drug Take Back Day, April 24, with insight from Westbrook Recovery Liaison and WPP coalition member, Danielle Rideout, this piece asks us to remember the role each of us plays in […]
It’s Time for Spring Cleaning – Don’t Forget Your Medicine Cabinet!
The days are getting longer and warmer. Snow has melted and flowers are starting to bloom. There’s no mistaking it– Spring is here! And if you’re like others, chances are springtime puts you in a cheerier mood and gets you thinking about your “To-Do list.” Clean the windows, rake the yard, go through the closets, […]
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Is your New Year’s resolution to quit vaping? You are not alone!
Teens who are looking for help to quit vaping can text MAINE to 88709. It’s free, confidential, no judgment, and available 24/7. If you feel like you’ve been sucked in by vaping, you can get tips from real teens and young adults who have quit. They only need your first name and your age and […]
Thank you Chief of Police Janine Roberts
Over the years, Westbrook Chief of Police Janine Roberts and the entire department have spearheaded efforts to keep Westbrook youth safe and substance-free. We thank her for her dedication and leadership and wish her all the best. We will certainly miss her, but we look forward to working with incoming Chief of Police Sean Lally […]
Introducing Westbrook Partners for Prevention’s New Logo!
One of our youth coalition members who attends Westbrook High School created this wonderful new logo to reflect our new(ish) name, Westbrook Partnership for Prevention. It represents our multi-sector approach to substance use prevention and how it takes all members of the community working together to address this important issue.
Not Just Blowing Smoke: Free Virtual Presentation
Join us on December 10th at 5:30 PM. Westbrook Partners for Prevention is hosting a virtual parent presentation covering youth vaping of nicotine and marijuana. We will cover topics including youth use, addiction, the adolescent brain, and marketing of these products. A brief Q&A will follow. RSVP: HTTPS://ZOOM.US/J/95294343574?PWD=QWJSQ2DCCNBOZ24ZM3VIDLPGUKYVZZ09 MEETING ID: 952 9434 3574 | PASSCODE: […]
